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Letting agents in Kennington

Kennington is a short hop from Westminster and the City, and its rents reflect it, so the gap between agents' fees is worth a lot here. 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

17.4%

Published range

16.0%–19.2%

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Letting in Kennington

What to check before you pick an agent in Kennington.

On a central London rent, a few percentage points make a big difference. 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. The higher your rent, the more each percentage point is worth in pounds.

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.

Lambeth or Southwark?

Kennington is mostly in Lambeth, with its eastern edge in Southwark, and each council runs its own licensing schemes. Check which covers your address.

Period homes need care

Many Kennington homes are Georgian or early Victorian, some of them listed. Ask how the agent handles repairs on period homes before you sign.

The area

Why renters look at Kennington.

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

Northern line

Kennington and Oval stations are on the Northern line, putting Westminster, the West End and the City within a few stops.

The Oval and Kennington Park

The Oval cricket ground is Kennington's landmark, and Kennington Park gives the area a large green space on its doorstep.

Georgian squares

Kennington's Georgian terraces and garden squares feel quiet and residential despite being so close to the centre.

Professional tenants

Being close to Westminster, the South Bank and the City brings steady demand from professionals and people working in government.

Questions

Letting agents in Kennington, explained.

How much do letting agents charge in Kennington?

Across London, the agents we checked publish full-management fees of 12% to 20.4% of the rent including VAT. Big-name agents sit at the top of that range and local independents usually charge less. Your comparison shows the published fees of the agents that cover your address.

Do I need a licence to let in Kennington?

It depends on whether your address is in Lambeth or Southwark, as each runs its own schemes. Check the right council's scheme for your exact address 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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