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Nearly 41% of shared rental listings in London lack living rooms, pushing renters to adapt socially due to rising costs and housing shortages.
In the UK, a growing number of rental homes—especially in London—lack traditional living rooms, with nearly 41% of shared listings in early 2025 having no lounge.
Rising rents and high demand push landlords to convert lounges into extra bedrooms, forcing young renters like Ella Murray and Hannah Carney to adapt by using kitchen tables or small rooms for socializing.
While lower rent helps affordability, many report increased isolation and higher social costs.
Experts warn the decline of communal spaces may hinder friendships and community building, with housing shortages and financial pressures limiting alternatives.
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Casi el 41% de los listados de alquileres compartidos en Londres carecen de salas de estar, lo que empuja a los inquilinos a adaptarse socialmente debido al aumento de los costos y la escasez de viviendas.