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Letting agents in Southwark

SE1 covers Bankside, Borough, Bermondsey, the South Bank and Waterloo, and its rents are among the highest in south London, so every percentage point of an agent's fee costs more. 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

15.8%

Published range

0.0%–21.6%

75 listed branches

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Letting in Southwark

What to check before you pick an agent in SE1.

On a high 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.

Southwark or Lambeth?

Most of SE1 is in Southwark, but Waterloo and the South Bank are in Lambeth. Each council runs its own licensing schemes, so check which covers your address.

Flats come with building rules

Most SE1 lets are flats. Check the lease and building rules on letting, and ask the agent how they work with the block's managing agent on repairs.

The area

Why renters look at SE1.

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

Zone 1 on the doorstep

London Bridge, Waterloo, Borough, Southwark and Bermondsey stations put the City, the West End and Canary Wharf within minutes. It's a big draw for professionals.

Borough Market and the river

Borough Market, the Thames Path, Tate Modern and the South Bank's theatres and galleries are all within walking distance of most of SE1.

Bermondsey's warehouses

Bermondsey Street's restaurants and galleries and the converted warehouses around Shad Thames give the east of SE1 its own character and loyal tenants.

Professional tenants

Hospitals, universities and big employers nearby mean steady demand from professionals and relocating staff, who often want a well-managed, furnished flat.

Questions

Letting agents in SE1, explained.

How much do letting agents charge in Southwark?

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 SE1?

It depends on whether your address is in Southwark or Lambeth, 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.

Is the comparison free?

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