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Get help to rent privately
We can help you find an affordable privately rented home if you’re facing homelessness.
We can help you find an affordable privately rented home if you’re facing homelessness.
A privately rented property is a good option if you do not want to wait as long as it takes to get a council home.
We can help by:
- giving your landlord money to help secure your private rented accommodation
- helping you to settle in your new home
- helping you prepare to move
- helping you understand your rights and your landlord’s responsibilities
- giving you help to relocate and connect to your new community
- making sure the property meets legal standards
- getting any furniture you need
- in some cases getting you help with removals
- assisting with viewings
See:
- the government guide for people who are looking for a house or flat to rent
- our guide on what to check for when renting privately
Get advice now using our Advice Aid SelfServ tool.
Check affordability
There are a few ways you can check what you can afford. You can:
- check Local Housing Allowance rates by postcode
- use the Turn2us benefits calculator to work out what benefits you may be able to get
- calculate how many bedrooms you can get
- use our Better Off calculator to check your benefit entitlement, rent affordability and for income maximization help
- find out about rent prices in other areas of London
Contact us
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