Find a property

Useful websites

Landlords and lettings agents mainly advertise on Rightmove, Zoopla and On The Market. 

You can also can look for available rooms on Easy Roommate or Spare Room.

Before you start looking:

• Gather your references 
• Understand recent right to rent legislation.

Letting agents

With so many letting agencies to choose from, we encourage all students to ensure they have done sufficient research about what these agencies offer.

Affordability requirements

• UK-based, employed guarantor is required for all tenants (unless paying up front)
• Guarantors are joint & severally liable
• 6-12 months’ rent in advance in the absence of a UK-based guarantor
• The University is launching a guarantor scheme for students. More information on how to access this service will be provided in February 2022.

Upfront costs

• First month’s rent
• 5 weeks rent as a security deposit
• Holding deposit equal to one weeks rent per property, deducted from first months rent.