As a student, choosing Tenant Link as your letting agent in Southampton is the best option for several reasons.Â
Tenant Link has been operating in Southampton for over 30 years and has established a strong reputation for providing high-quality housing to students. We have a wide range of properties available, from studios to shared houses, to meet the needs of different students.
 Additionally, Tenant Link is a member of ARLA Propertymark, which means we follow strict codes of practice and adhere to the highest standards of professionalism.Â
We also offer a 24/7 emergency helpline for managed tenants, ensuring that any issues are addressed promptly. Tenant Link is committed to providing a fair and transparent service, with no hidden charges or fees for tenants.Â
Tenant Link’s experience, professionalism, and commitment to quality make them an excellent choice for any student looking for a letting agent in Southampton.
​Established originally by ex-students in 1994
Students can feel assured that we are in touch with their wants and needs and are always on hand to offer our expert advice. In three decades we have successfully matched thousands of students to their ideal properties in all areas of Southampton. With our wealth of experience in Student lettings we offer a premier service to students across the South.
I found both of my student properties via Tenant Link. I would say never use anyone else’
Tenant Link was established originally by ex-students who recognized the need for an agency with a more student-friendly approach to letting property. We pride ourselves on being the first letting agency in Southampton designed for students by ex-students.
With a portfolio of hundreds of properties, we offer the most extensive range of quality student property in the region. We offer quality student accommodation in all areas of Southampton, therefore catering for all Institutes of Higher Education in the City.
Many of our staff have studied at University in Southampton and have first-hand knowledge and experience of letting student property; therefore, we can offer extensive advice and guidance to tenants and landlords alike.
Some Common questions answered
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When should I start looking for accommodation?
Our student list is released around the middle of October for the following July’s availability; therefore October and November is the ideal time to start looking for student properties. Generally we do have properties being added throughout the year but this is not always guaranteed.
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What will I have to pay and when?
If you find a property you wish to let through Tenant Link, you will be required to pay a holding fee of one week’s rent. Once we have received the holding fee payment, we will remove the property from the market and start the vetting process on each tenant. The property will then be held for 15 days which is when the remainder of the full deposit balance is due. You will be provided referencing forms for you and your guarantor to complete online within 24 hours so that we can complete the required references on all parties within the 15 day timeframe. All students will require a guarantor (someone residing in the UK, is a UK homeowner and is in full time employment). The guarantor must earn 35 x the individual tenants rent. If you do not have a guarantor you will be expected to pay six months rent in advance to be held on the back end of the contract.
If your guarantor is self employed or retired, we may be required to complete additional affordability checks and therefore it is best to check with us before proceeding with any tenancy of our requirements.
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what are my responsibilities as a tenant?
As a tenant, first and foremost, you will be expected to pay your rent on time. You will also be expected to conduct yourself in an appropriate manner throughout the tenancy and to adhere to the terms and conditions detailed within your tenancy agreement. You will be required to pay all the utility bills at the property plus the TV licence, Internet and telephone.
Who do I turn to if I have a problem?
At Tenant Link we offer different services to Landlords. Some properties we manage and for these properties if there were any issues or maintenance requirements we would deal with them directly with you. For our let only serviced properties these issues and problems would be dealt with directly with the landlord. We will be able to confirm for you which service your property comes under at the time of confirming the tenancy.Â
