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10 Best Rental Websites London Has to Offer

Finding a rental property in London at a reasonable price can be extremely tough ordeal if you don’t know where to look. The problem is that decent flats in London are few and far between and there are always many others looking for that perfect place.

Speaking from experience, finding a flat to rent in London can be awful. Things can sometimes move so quickly that the place you visited that morning may be off the market by the afternoon – so if you decide you like somewhere you’ve got to move fast.

Finding a flat that’s clean, in the right neighbourhood, with proper amenities, and affordable is difficult. It could take days or sometimes even weeks of flat viewings for you to find a place you can call home. What is also true is that, not everyone has the option to physically go flat hunting. Many residents planning to live in London come from elsewhere in the UK, or from overseas.

What this means is that they don’t have the chance to physically inspect and run around all of London’s nook and crannies searching for a flat to live in. This is where online rental website come in very handy. In this article, we talk about the best property rental websites that London has to offer.

Take note that large property hunting sites are a great start to determine which areas are in your price range. Here are a few tips on how you can find a great flat using property hunting sites.

Tips How To Find A Great Flat in London using Property Hunting Sites

  • Research the Area

Use London property rental websites more as a guide on which area you should start looking in. This tip is particularly useful if you’re coming from a different country and not exactly familiar with London. Do careful research on the location you’re considering. Some factors it’s important to think about are budget, culture and transportation. Once you have singled out certain areas, use the property rental website’s search filter tool to see the available properties for rent.

  • Be realistic with your budget

Let’s get one thing out in the open, living in London is pretty expensive. The average cost of living in the city is considerably higher than living costs in other parts of the UK. When you’re searching for a flat, set a realistic budget that you’re willing to pay for rent. Yes, it can be nice to daydream sometimes, but don’t fall into the trap of considering places that would eat up more than 70% of your income. Doing so would only leave you with very little for all your other living expenses such as food, transportation. Use the search filter tool of your chosen website to set a max amount so you don’t waste time checking flats that are too expensive for you.

  • Decide whether you want it furnished or unfurnished

When looking for a flat, you may come across this dilemma. Both options have pros and cons. When you rent a furnished flat, obviously you won’t have to spend extra buying furniture. However, the trade-off is that you won’t be able to have the living space that you’re envisioning. It would be tough to redecorate as most landlords have in the contract that furnished flats not be renovated, unless for repairs. Additionally, any harm done to the furniture will come out of your deposit.

On the other hand, unfurnished flats may seem like an inexpensive choice but it’ll require additional investment furnish it. You also have to consider other factors such as length of stay, for example it wouldn’t be a wise investment to buy furniture for a flat that you’ll be staying in for just a year. 

  • Contact legitimate Real Estate Agents

If a place it seems like it’s too good to be true, it probably is. Don’t be fooled by cheap rental properties. If the price is too low for that area, there’s probably a catch. When you’re ready to commit to a property only deal with legitimate estate agents so they can help you with your search. 

Top 10 Best Rental Websites in London

Here are the top 10 best rental websites that London has to offer. Best of luck!

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Ben Sutton-Jones

By Ben Sutton-Jones

Ben has worked in the storage industry for over a decade. His expertise and knowledge is often called upon by colleagues and customers alike. He has a passion for writing, and so branching out into blogging was a natural move. Ben is a keen reader and also follows many sports, especially football. He is a beekeeper in his spare time and enjoys tending to his bees. If he's lucky he may even get to harvest a little honey from time to time.

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