How much is rent in City Centre, Oxford?

A 1-bedroom apartment in City Centre costs £1,610 - £2,000/month (second-hand contract) or £1,390 - £1,720/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from £2,190 - £2,730/month, and a 3-bedroom from £2,800 - £3,480/month.

Is City Centre safe for expats?

City Centre has a safety rating of 4/5 (Safe). It is generally considered a safe area for expats and families.

How long is the commute from City Centre to Oxford center?

The commute from City Centre to Oxford city center takes approximately 8 minutes by walk.

What is City Centre like to live in?

City Centre in Oxford gives newcomers a central, walkable, restaurants base with practical access to the city core. The neighborhood is known for being central, walkable, restaurants.

City Centre, Oxford 2026: 1BR Rent £1,610-£2,000/mo

Commute to Center

8 min

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Safety Rating

4/5

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Rent in City Centre

Monthly rent in GBP (£). First-hand contracts come straight from the landlord or housing company. Second-hand contracts are sublets, and they usually cost more.

Apartment Size	First-Hand Rent	Second-Hand Rent
1 Bedroom	£1,390 - £1,720/mo	£1,610 - £2,000/mo
2 Bedrooms	£1,910 - £2,380/mo	£2,190 - £2,730/mo
3 Bedrooms	£2,430 - £3,020/mo	£2,800 - £3,480/mo

Questions people actually ask

How much is rent in City Centre, Oxford?: A 1-bedroom apartment in City Centre costs £1,610 - £2,000/month (second-hand contract) or £1,390 - £1,720/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from £2,190 - £2,730/month, and a 3-bedroom from £2,800 - £3,480/month.
Is City Centre safe for expats?: City Centre has a safety rating of 4/5 (Safe). It is generally considered a safe area for expats and families.
How long is the commute from City Centre to Oxford center?: The commute from City Centre to Oxford city center takes approximately 8 minutes by walk.
What is City Centre like to live in?: City Centre in Oxford gives newcomers a central, walkable, restaurants base with practical access to the city core. The neighborhood is known for being central, walkable, restaurants.

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15 min transit to center

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22 min transit to center

1BR from £1,140/mo

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