Clerkenwell sits in that sweet spot between the City and Islington. Close to everything but not as hectic as Shoreditch next door. Barbican and Old Street stations are both about five minutes’ walk, and between them you get the Northern, Metropolitan, Circle and Hammersmith & City lines. That covers most of London without changing trains. Exmouth Market and Whitecross Street are great for lunch, and the Barbican Centre has free exhibitions, concerts and a tropical conservatory tucked inside. UCL, City University and LSE are all a short commute away.
There’s a good mix here. En suite rooms if you want flatmates and a shared kitchen, studios if you prefer your own space, and two-bed apartments if you want a middle ground. The building has a cinema room, games room, karaoke room and a free gym, plus study areas spread around for quieter working. Your rent covers all bills, Wi-Fi and contents insurance, with round-the-clock security on site. No surprise costs.
Room options at iQ City for 2026/27 are listed below. Prices range from £419 to £519 per week across 7 room types. All prices include bills, Wi-Fi, and contents insurance. Register your interest below to secure your preferred room.
This is an en-suite room measuring approximately 13m² . The room has a comfortable ¾ double bed, a desk area and private bathroom, and plenty of room for storage. There is free Wi-Fi in each bedroom and throughout the building. You will also have access to the communal living and kitchen areas which you will share with your flatmates.
Available from: 01 Sep 2026 - 31 Aug 2027
This is an en-suite room measuring approximately 13m² . The room has a comfortable ¾ double bed, a desk area and private bathroom, and plenty of room for storage. There is free Wi-Fi in each bedroom and throughout the building. You will also have access to the communal living and kitchen areas which you will share with your flatmates.
Available from: 01 Sep 2026 - 31 Aug 2027
This is an en-suite room measuring approximately 13m² . The room has a comfortable ¾ double bed, a desk area and private bathroom, and plenty of room for storage. There is free Wi-Fi in each bedroom and throughout the building. You will also have access to the communal living and kitchen areas which you will share with your flatmates.
Available from: 01 Sep 2026 - 31 Aug 2027
This is an en-suite room measuring approximately 13m² . The room has a comfortable ¾ double bed, a desk area and private bathroom, and plenty of room for storage. There is free Wi-Fi in each bedroom and throughout the building. You will also have access to the communal living and kitchen areas which you will share with your flatmates.
Available from: 01 Sep 2026 - 31 Aug 2027
This is an en-suite room measuring approximately 13m² . The room has a comfortable ¾ double bed, a desk area and private bathroom, and plenty of room for storage. There is free Wi-Fi in each bedroom and throughout the building. You will also have access to the communal living and kitchen areas which you will share with your flatmates.
Available from: 01 Sep 2026 - 31 Aug 2027
This is an en-suite room measuring approximately 13m² . The room has a comfortable ¾ double bed, a desk area and private bathroom, and plenty of room for storage. There is free Wi-Fi in each bedroom and throughout the building. You will also have access to the communal living and kitchen areas which you will share with your flatmates.
Available from: 01 Sep 2026 - 31 Aug 2027
This is an en-suite room measuring approximately 13m² . The room has a comfortable ¾ double bed, a desk area and private bathroom, and plenty of room for storage. There is free Wi-Fi in each bedroom and throughout the building. You will also have access to the communal living and kitchen areas which you will share with your flatmates.
Available from: 01 Sep 2026 - 31 Aug 2027
Interested in this residence? Complete the form below and our team will be in touch to discuss availability.
Room prices at iQ City range from £419 to £519 per week for the 2026/27 academic year. All prices include bills (electricity, water, heating), Wi-Fi, and basic contents insurance. Standard contracts are 51 weeks.
All rooms include electricity, water, gas/heating, Wi-Fi, basic contents insurance, 24/7 on-site security, and access to communal facilities. There are no additional charges on top of the listed weekly rent.
iQ City has self-contained studios (private bathroom and kitchenette), en suite rooms (private bathroom, shared kitchen). Room tiers go from Bronze (entry level) up to Platinum or Diamond (premium), with higher tiers meaning larger rooms, better views, or upgraded furnishings.
iQ City is at 11 Bastwick Street, London, EC1V 3AQ. The nearest stations are Barbican station, Old Street station. Most central London universities are within a 20-25 minute commute.
Students from UCL, City University of London, LSE live at iQ City. Other London universities are also accessible by tube and bus.
Residents have access to cinema room, games room, karaoke room, free gym, social spaces, study areas. All facilities are included in the rent.
Complete the registration form on this page and our team will contact you to discuss availability and walk you through the booking process. A £350 deposit is typically required to secure a room.
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