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Letting agents in Highgate

Highgate sits at the top of Highgate Hill on the north-east corner of Hampstead Heath, and N6 is split between Camden, Haringey and Islington. Across London, published full-management fees run from 12% to 20.4% of the rent including VAT. Enter your address and we'll check the agents near your property, then email you a free side-by-side report.

Typical management fee

14.3%

Published range

6.0%–19.2%

17 listed branches

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Letting in Highgate

What to check before you pick an agent in Highgate.

The headline rate is only the start. These four checks show what each agent will really cost you.

The fee in pounds, with VAT

Most landlords can't reclaim VAT on residential lets, so compare the VAT-inclusive rate. On a London rent, the gap between 12% and 20.4% is worth about £2,350 a year.

The extras on top

Tenancy paperwork fees, monthly compliance charges and fees for serving the yearly rent increase notice can add hundreds of pounds. Ask for the full fee schedule in writing.

Which council you're in

Highgate is divided between Camden, Haringey and Islington. Haringey and Islington both license shared homes borough-wide, and the rules differ between the three. Check which council covers your address before you let or switch agent.

Reviews, and how many there are

A 4.9 rating from 20 reviews isn't the same as a 4.9 from 1,000. Your comparison shows the rating and the number of reviews behind it.

The area

Why renters look at Highgate.

Knowing what draws tenants to the area helps you and your agent pitch the listing, and set the rent, to the right people.

Highgate Cemetery

The Victorian cemetery, where Karl Marx and George Eliot are buried, is Highgate's best-known landmark.

The Heath and ancient woods

The eastern part of Hampstead Heath, three ancient woods and Waterlow Park are all within the area, so most homes are close to green space.

Highgate village

The village centre is a cluster of Georgian shops, pubs and restaurants around the High Street and Pond Square, with views across central London from the hill.

Three Northern line stations

Highgate, Archway and East Finchley stations on the Northern line serve the area, with direct trains to central London.

Questions

Letting agents in Highgate, explained.

How much do letting agents charge in Highgate?

Across London, the agents we checked publish full-management fees of 12% to 20.4% of the rent including VAT. Your comparison shows the published fees of the agents that cover your address.

Do I need a licence to let in Highgate?

It depends which council covers your address. Haringey and Islington both license shared homes borough-wide and run selective licensing in parts of the borough, and Camden sets its own rules. Check the right council before you let or switch agent.

Can I change letting agent mid-tenancy?

Yes. Check your contract's notice period, exit fee and any commission on tenants the agent found. If your agent is the named licence holder, speak to the council first, because a licence can't be transferred.

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