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renting with us

renting with us

Rent it like you
own it

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Life is more enjoyable when
there's less to worry about.

Renting from Placefirst is the stress-free way to have a great new home. It's yours for as long as you enjoy living there, and everything is taken care of for you.

Benefits of a placefirst home

Stay as long as you love

With long term, flexible leases available it's your home for as long as you enjoy living there.

No need to hide the dog

We're more than happy for you to have pets in your home and have a flexible policy to accommodate most pets.

A breath of fresh air

From private gardens to communal spaces, every neighbourhood features green spaces for you to enjoy.

Benefits of a Placefirst home

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Stay as long as you love

With long term, flexible leases available it's your home for as long as you enjoy living there.

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No need to hide the dog

We're more than happy for you to have pets in your home and have a flexible policy to accommodate most pets.

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A breath of fresh air

From private gardens to communal spaces, every neighbourhood features green spaces for you to enjoy.

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Getting started

We guide you through the process of finding and moving into your perfect home.

Step 1: Find Your Ideal Home

Start by finding the home that feels right for you. Schedule a viewing, and our team will show you around and answer any questions you might have.

Step 2: Complete Your Application

Once you've found the one, fill out our online application form with all the details about your household. It's super quick and easy.

Step 3: Pay the Holding Deposit

After we review your application, you’ll pay a holding deposit through our portal. Our team is available if you have any questions along the way.

Step 4: We’ll Take Your Home Off the Market

With your holding deposit in place, we’ll remove your home from the market and start the referencing process. Our third-party referencing agency will reach out for any additional information they need.

Step 5: Sign Your Documents

Before move-in, you’ll get a copy of your Tenancy Agreement and other documents to sign and return through our Resident Portal.

Step 6: Move In

We’ll arrange a time and date to meet you, hand over your keys, and make sure everything’s ready for you to settle in!


We're here to help you

Your new home can be more than just a great house. From servicing and maintaining your home, to keeping the streets and gardens looking great our dedicated team are always on hand to help.

Lettings Team

Our in-house lettings team ensure a smooth process from your initial enquiry through to your move in date.

Resident Services Team

Each Placefirst neighbourhood has a dedicated Resident Services Manager who's there from your first viewing, for every step of your journey with us.

Placefirst Maintenance team

On-site Maintenance Team

Our homes are designed and built specifically for rent, but should any maintenance needs come up, our team are on-hand.

Energy efficient homes

Energy efficiency is a huge priority for us and for our residents. Having energy efficient homes not only improves the quality of the homes for the residents but also lowers energy consumption and lowers bills. This contributes towards the stress-free renting experience that Placefirst is known for.

EPC ratings - and how they benefit renters

We're focused on achieving high EPC ratings for our homes. There are real benefits to living in a home with a higher EPC rating, and the rating itself can help you understand how energy efficient your home will be.

The key thing to know is that the higher the EPC rating, the lower your energy bills will be. It also means that homes with a higher rating are able to achieve a lower carbon footprint.

We've got the repairs sorted!

At Placefirst, you never have to worry about repairs. Our dedicated on-site maintenance teams are ready to handle any issues quickly and efficiently. Simply log a maintenance ticket through the Placefirst app so you can focus on enjoying your home.

We also have some handy how-to videos available, explore them below.

Don't just take our word for it

Testimonials

Affordability Calculator

Use our quick calculator below for an indication of the monthly rent you may be able to afford. Annual household income before tax*

Our neighbourhoods

We're committed to transforming our locations into aspirational neighbourhoods of high-quality, well-maintained homes that delight residents and realise the area’s full social value.

Welsh Streets property

Welsh Streets, Liverpool

Welsh Streets is one of our flagship projects, delivering a mix of thoughtfully developed Victorian terraces and modern new build homes.

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Sky Edge Property

Skye Edge, Sheffield

Located just outside Sheffield City Centre with incredible hilltop views, Skye Edge is a neighbourhood of 113 3 and 4 bedroom homes.

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Elevate property

Elevate, Manchester

A 53 apartment scheme in Manchester, Elevate completed in April 2022 and has been incredibly popular.

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