Private rent scheme

Our scheme is a free, fast and flexible route to letting. As a landlord you will become part of the growing community of landlords helping to meet local housing demand.

Our private rent scheme matches you with tenants who are in a good position to start a long-term tenancy in private housing. You can manage your property and choose from the tenants we nominate.

The contract will be a standard Assured Shorthold Tenancy agreement between you and the tenant. The rent is not guaranteed from the council, however we can offer a bond or deposit. The property can be rented furnished or unfurnished.

Benefits

• Your own choice of tenant
• No fees
• We carry out affordability and suitability checks
• Free photographic inventories, conducted by an independent company, for check in and check out where there is a bond
• Free AST/licence agreements
• Bond/deposit scheme available
• Unfurnished or furnished
• A quick turn-around time for allocating tenants
• A dedicated Landlord Liaison Officer who will provide support and guidance for any landlord enquiries
• Long term tenancies
• Dedicated prevention and support team for any tenant issues

Deposit bond

A deposit bond is like a deposit. It is an agreement with us and no money provided upfront. You do not need to use a deposit protection scheme. At the end of the tenancy you can liaise direct with us to make any claims.

If we can help you any further, please get in touch at privaterent@basingstoke.gov.uk or complete the form below.

Landlord enquiry form