Finding the right rental property in Southampton can be challenging, but our friendly lettings team is here to make the process simple and stress-free. At Let’s Rent & Let’s Sell Southampton, we help tenants find suitable homes across Southampton and the surrounding areas. From your first enquiry and viewing through to referencing, tenancy agreements, move-in payments and key collection, we will guide you every step of the way.
Looking for a property to rent in Southampton or the surrounding areas? At Let’s Rent & Let’s Sell Southampton, we make finding your next home simple, straightforward and stress-free.
You can view our latest rental properties on our property listings page. If you see a home you would like to view, simply use the enquiry form on the individual property details page to arrange a viewing or ask us a question. Alternatively, you can call our friendly lettings team, who will be happy to help.
If you have a specific type of rental property in mind, we can take details of your requirements, including your preferred location, budget, move-in date, number of bedrooms, parking needs and any other important criteria. We can then contact you when a suitable property becomes available.
Once you have viewed a property and would like to proceed, our team will guide you through the next steps, including the holding deposit, referencing, tenancy agreement, move-in payments and deposit options.
To make your move even easier, we can also offer support with utility switching and helpful move-in guidance. Where available and subject to landlord approval, tenants may also have access to Reposit, a deposit alternative scheme designed to reduce the upfront cost of moving compared with a traditional cash deposit.
Whether you are renting for the first time, relocating, upsizing or looking for a new home in Southampton, our experienced lettings team is here to support you from your first enquiry through to moving day.
Before your tenancy can begin, all applicants will need to complete tenant referencing and Right to Rent checks. This may include employment checks, income verification, landlord references, identity checks and proof of your legal right to rent in the UK.
Please let us know straight away if you have any credit issues, CCJs, adverse credit history, a new job, probation period, self-employed income or any other information that may affect your application. Telling us early helps avoid delays and allows us to advise you properly.
In some cases, a guarantor or additional supporting information may be required. Our team will explain what is needed and guide you through the process from application to move-in.
Once the terms of the tenancy have been agreed by both parties and satisfactory references have been completed, the tenancy documents will be prepared for signing by you and the landlord.
Your tenancy agreement will set out the key terms of your rental, including the rent amount, tenancy start date, responsibilities, payment details and any agreed conditions. We will guide you through the signing process and ensure all required documents are completed before move-in.
An inventory and schedule of condition will also be prepared before the tenancy begins. This records the contents, fixtures, fittings and overall condition of the property at the start of the tenancy. Both you and the landlord will receive a copy, helping to provide a clear record for the duration of the tenancy and at check-out.
Our aim is to make the process clear, organised and straightforward, so you feel fully informed before moving into your new rental property.
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Before your tenancy begins, we will clearly confirm the move-in payments required and when these need to be paid.
In most cases, this will include a security deposit equivalent to 5 weeks’ rent, unless an approved deposit alternative is being used, and the first rental payment due under the tenancy.
Your security deposit will be protected with the Deposit Protection Service (DPS), a government-approved tenancy deposit protection scheme. This ensures your deposit is safely registered and protected for the duration of your tenancy.
We also offer a deposit alternative option through Reposit, subject to landlord approval and availability. Reposit may allow tenants to move into a property without paying a traditional 5-week cash deposit, helping to reduce the upfront cost of moving. If this option is available for your chosen property, our team will explain how it works, what fees apply and what cover is provided to the landlord.
In line with current rental legislation, rent payments must be handled correctly and will only be requested at the appropriate stage of the tenancy process. Once the tenancy agreement has been signed, tenants may be asked to pay up to one month’s rent in advance, depending on the agreed tenancy terms.
Our team will provide a clear breakdown of all payments before move-in, including any rent due, deposit amount, Reposit option, holding deposit deductions and payment deadlines, so you know exactly what is required before your tenancy starts.
We offer a deposit alternative option through Reposit on selected rental properties, subject to landlord approval and availability. https://www.reposit.co.uk/
Reposit gives tenants the option to move into a property without paying a traditional 5-week cash deposit. Instead, tenants pay a non-refundable Reposit fee, which can help reduce the upfront cost of moving.
A traditional cash deposit may still be available and, where taken, will be protected with the Deposit Protection Service (DPS). If Reposit is available for your chosen property, our team will explain both options clearly so you can decide which route works best for you.
Reposit is not a deposit and does not remove your responsibility for rent, damages or any other tenancy obligations. At the end of the tenancy, any valid charges may still be payable in line with the tenancy agreement.
Whether you are a landlord looking to let your property or a tenant searching for your next home, our lettings FAQs are here to help answer some of the most common questions. From property management and referencing to deposits, maintenance and moving in, our experienced Southampton letting agents provide clear guidance and support throughout the process.
Once the tenancy has been signed and rents & deposits have cleared, the tenancy can proceed. You can now collect the keys to your new home.
Affordability is usually assessed against the monthly rent. The exact income requirement can vary depending on the referencing provider, rent amount and whether a guarantor is involved.
Our team can guide you on affordability before you apply, helping avoid unnecessary delays.
If you find any problems with the property you are renting, you should contact us immediately. Once we have been informed of any issues/faults we will instruct the landlord and await their instruction.
You must consult us prior to carrying out any changes to the property. We will contact the landlord and await his permission.
As a tenant you will be responsible for any utility bills like water, gas, electric as well as council tax, unless there is a special arrangement with the landlord of the property. You will also be responsible for a TV license at the property, if you watch TV without a license you risk being fined. Please check the tenancy agreement details.
The landlord of the property is responsible for insuring the building and any furnishings that come with it. You will be responsible for insuring your own contents/personal possessions stored within the rented property.
No. You must use the property solely for residential purposes unless specifically agreed in advance, in writing.
As a tenant, you are responsible for:
Some properties may offer a deposit replacement option, such as Reposit, subject to the landlord’s agreement and the tenant meeting the required criteria. This can reduce the upfront amount needed before moving in.
Our team can confirm whether this is available for the property you are applying for.
At the end of your tenancy, you will need to return all keys, remove your belongings, clean the property and leave it in line with your tenancy agreement and inventory. A check-out inspection will then be completed.
This inspection compares the condition of the property at move-out against the original inventory, allowing for fair wear and tear.
When applying to rent a property in Southampton, tenants will usually need to provide documents for identity checks, affordability checks, referencing and Right to Rent checks.
Most tenants will be asked to provide:
In England, landlords and letting agents must check that every adult tenant has the legal Right to Rent before the tenancy starts. British and Irish citizens can usually prove this with a passport or passport card, while some tenants may need to provide a Home Office share code.
At Lets Rent & Lets Sell Southampton, we guide tenants through the application and referencing process clearly, helping make renting a property in Southampton as smooth and stress-free as possible.
People Before Property.
How much rent you can afford in Southampton will usually depend on your income, regular financial commitments and the referencing criteria used by the landlord or letting agent.
As a general guide, many referencing companies require tenants to earn around 30 times the monthly rent per year. For example, if the rent is £1,000 per month, you may need an annual income of around £30,000 to pass affordability checks.
If you are applying with another tenant, your combined income can usually be used. If your income is slightly below the required level, you are self-employed, on probation, have a zero-hour contract, or receive benefits, you may be asked to provide a guarantor or pay rent in advance, depending on the landlord’s requirements and current legislation.
Before applying for a rental property in Southampton, it is worth checking your income, monthly outgoings and any credit commitments so you know what rent level is realistic.
At Lets Rent & Lets Sell Southampton, we help tenants understand the application and referencing process before they apply, giving clear guidance from viewing through to move-in.
People Before Property.
Once the tenancy has been signed and rents & deposits have cleared, the tenancy can proceed. You can now collect the keys to your new home.
Affordability is usually assessed against the monthly rent. The exact income requirement can vary depending on the referencing provider, rent amount and whether a guarantor is involved.
Our team can guide you on affordability before you apply, helping avoid unnecessary delays.
If you find any problems with the property you are renting, you should contact us immediately. Once we have been informed of any issues/faults we will instruct the landlord and await their instruction.
You must consult us prior to carrying out any changes to the property. We will contact the landlord and await his permission.
As a tenant you will be responsible for any utility bills like water, gas, electric as well as council tax, unless there is a special arrangement with the landlord of the property. You will also be responsible for a TV license at the property, if you watch TV without a license you risk being fined. Please check the tenancy agreement details.
The landlord of the property is responsible for insuring the building and any furnishings that come with it. You will be responsible for insuring your own contents/personal possessions stored within the rented property.
No. You must use the property solely for residential purposes unless specifically agreed in advance, in writing.
As a tenant, you are responsible for:
Some properties may offer a deposit replacement option, such as Reposit, subject to the landlord’s agreement and the tenant meeting the required criteria. This can reduce the upfront amount needed before moving in.
Our team can confirm whether this is available for the property you are applying for.
At the end of your tenancy, you will need to return all keys, remove your belongings, clean the property and leave it in line with your tenancy agreement and inventory. A check-out inspection will then be completed.
This inspection compares the condition of the property at move-out against the original inventory, allowing for fair wear and tear.
When applying to rent a property in Southampton, tenants will usually need to provide documents for identity checks, affordability checks, referencing and Right to Rent checks.
Most tenants will be asked to provide:
In England, landlords and letting agents must check that every adult tenant has the legal Right to Rent before the tenancy starts. British and Irish citizens can usually prove this with a passport or passport card, while some tenants may need to provide a Home Office share code.
At Lets Rent & Lets Sell Southampton, we guide tenants through the application and referencing process clearly, helping make renting a property in Southampton as smooth and stress-free as possible.
People Before Property.
How much rent you can afford in Southampton will usually depend on your income, regular financial commitments and the referencing criteria used by the landlord or letting agent.
As a general guide, many referencing companies require tenants to earn around 30 times the monthly rent per year. For example, if the rent is £1,000 per month, you may need an annual income of around £30,000 to pass affordability checks.
If you are applying with another tenant, your combined income can usually be used. If your income is slightly below the required level, you are self-employed, on probation, have a zero-hour contract, or receive benefits, you may be asked to provide a guarantor or pay rent in advance, depending on the landlord’s requirements and current legislation.
Before applying for a rental property in Southampton, it is worth checking your income, monthly outgoings and any credit commitments so you know what rent level is realistic.
At Lets Rent & Lets Sell Southampton, we help tenants understand the application and referencing process before they apply, giving clear guidance from viewing through to move-in.
People Before Property.
When you apply to rent a property through Let’s Rent & Let’s Sell Southampton, you may be asked to pay a holding deposit equivalent to one week’s rent. This payment reserves the property while your application is processed, referencing is completed and the tenancy paperwork is prepared.
Once received, the property will usually be marked as let agreed, subject to contract and satisfactory references.
If your application proceeds successfully, the holding deposit will normally be deducted from your first rent payment due under the tenancy.
The holding deposit may be retained if an applicant provides false or misleading information, fails a Right to Rent check, withdraws from the application, or does not take reasonable steps to complete the tenancy within the required timescale.
Before any holding deposit is taken, our team will confirm the amount payable, what it covers, how it will be treated and the circumstances where it may not be refundable.
The tenant fails the right to rent check regardless of when the deposit was accepted, this means it is not legally possible for the rental agreement to take place.
The tenant provides false or misleading information, which the landlord may consider in deciding whether or not to grant the tenancy because this affects their suitability to rent the property.
The tenant notifies the landlord or letting agent before the deadline for agreement that they have decided not to enter into the tenancy agreement, and wish to withdraw from it.
The tenant fails to take all reasonable steps to enter into a tenancy agreement. When you rent a property with us, we take a Holding Deposit equivalent to one week’s rent for the property.
