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Letting agents in New Cross

New Cross is one of south-east London's busiest markets for student and sharer lets, and the agents covering it publish very different fees. 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

18.0%

Published range

12.0%–21.6%

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Letting in New Cross

What to check before you pick an agent in New Cross.

Shared houses need more management, so the right agent matters more. These four checks show what each one 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.

HMOs and licensing

If three or more unrelated people will share your property, it's likely to be an HMO. Ask the agent whether it needs a licence from Lewisham Council and how they'll manage it.

Fees on every new tenancy

Student and sharer lets often turn over every year. Check what the agent charges each time it finds new tenants, not just the monthly rate.

The area

Why renters look at New Cross.

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

Goldsmiths

Goldsmiths, University of London, is at the heart of New Cross, bringing a large student population and plenty of demand for shared houses.

Two stations

New Cross Gate has the Windrush line and Southern trains to London Bridge, and New Cross has Southeastern trains and its own branch of the Windrush line.

Telegraph Hill

Telegraph Hill's park and big Victorian houses sit just south of the high street, and its views over the city are a draw for tenants.

Pubs and music

New Cross's pubs, music venues and cafés give it a lively scene that appeals to students and young professionals alike.

Questions

Letting agents in New Cross, explained.

How much do letting agents charge in New Cross?

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 New Cross?

Possibly. Lewisham runs selective licensing in parts of the borough, and shared houses often need an HMO licence. Check Lewisham 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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