Private renting
Pages in Private renting
- 1. Private renting and the Renters' Rights Act
- 2. You are here: Where to find rental properties
- 3. Help with the cost of renting
2. Where to find rental properties
Where can I find private accommodation to rent?
Local letting agents
Most local letting agents have websites advertising properties with their details and photographs. You can search for properties in specific areas. Some popular letting agents in this borough include the following:
| Name | Local Branches |
|---|---|
| Andrews | Horley and Reigate |
| Choices | Horley, Caterham, Coulsdon, Crawley and Redhill |
| Cubitt & West | Banstead, Caterham, Crawley, Dorking, Horley, Redhill and Reigate |
| Eastons | Epsom |
| Gatwick Homes | Crawley |
| James Dean | Horley and Reigate |
| Leaders | Crawley, Dorking, Epsom, Leatherhead, Redhill and Reigate |
| Priory Park Properties | Reigate |
| Ralph James | Dorking, Reigate and Redhill |
| White & Sons | Dorking, Horley and Reigate. |
Websites
There are many websites available which advertise properties to rent on a weekly basis, whether you are looking to rent a flat, house or room share. You can search within your preferred area. Some of these sties are more open to consider your situation if you are receiving benefits. Some sites include:
Other
- Newspapers: Properties are also advertised in local newspapers. Newspapers can be viewed for free at your local library, find your local library (or on the internet), such as:
- Redhill and Reigate Life (www.redhillandreigatelife.co.uk)
- Surrey Mirror – Published on Thursdays. (www.surreymirror.co.uk)
- The Croydon Advertiser Group – Published on Fridays. (www.croydonadvertiser.co.uk)
- Notice boards at newsagents, supermarkets etc: Some private landlords tend to put up adverts for properties on shop noticeboards.
It can be frustrating but don’t give up
It can be hard trying to find somewhere to rent, particularly in this area because of the high cost of rented accommodation and the increasing number of people also looking for accommodation.
However, it’s important you don’t give up too easily.
- Be persistent with your search
- Get friends and family to keep an eye out for anyone looking for a lodger/roommate.
Be proactive by using other methods such social media (e.g. Facebook) to find properties.
Remember – be safe
- When viewing properties for the first time, take somebody with you or let someone know where you’re going.
- If you enquire for any potential properties to rent (e.g. on social media) do not give out any personal details about yourself or your situation that could put you at risk.
If you require any further information or have any queries regarding information call our Housing Advice team on 01737 276 790. Alternatively you can contact us via email on: housing.advice@reigate-banstead.gov.uk