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Let Only · Bronze tier
Vetted tenant in, we step out.
Our entry-level service for self-managing landlords. We do the parts that are hard to DIY — professional marketing, rigorous tenant vetting, the tenancy paperwork — and hand the keys over. 100% of one month's rent inc. VAT (£900 minimum), paid once when the tenant signs. Ongoing compliance remains with the landlord — the optional Compliance Add-On (£480 inc. VAT per year) gives you ongoing Renters' Rights Act support without a tier upgrade.
- 14Day average time to let
- 386Pre-registered tenants
- 100%Right to Rent verified
- 100%Of one month's rent (inc. VAT)
What's included
The whole tenant-find package, in eight steps.
Same referencing standards we apply on every Fully Managed tenancy — the difference is that on Let Only (Bronze), we hand the completed tenancy over to you on day one and you take it from there.
Soft launch to our 386-strong tenant database
Pre-registered, already-verified tenants get a private heads-up before the public listing — often results in a let in the first week.
Accompanied viewings only
Senior team member at every viewing. No tenants left to wander unaccompanied. Same-day feedback to you on every applicant.
Multi-stage tenant referencing
Credit check (with CCJ + bankruptcy + financial associations), employment verification with payslip review and direct employer contact, previous landlord reference verified by phone, affordability assessment against our threshold.
Right to Rent verification
Documentation checked, retained and recorded for every adult occupant. Your obligation under the Immigration Act 2014 — handled correctly.
Tenancy agreement preparation & signing
ASTs drafted to current legislation (Renters' Rights Act compliant), signed, deposit registered with the Tenancy Deposit Scheme, prescribed information served.
Pre-tenancy safety checks coordinated
Gas Safety Certificate, Electrical Safety (EICR), EPC, smoke and CO alarm regulations — we line up the contractors and confirm compliance before move-in.
Independent inventory & check-in
Third-party inventory clerk produces the report so it's defensible at end-of-tenancy. Check-in coordinated, keys handed over, you're up and running.
Who it's for
Let Only suits three kinds of landlord.
Hands-on landlords who self-manage
You're comfortable handling rent, repairs and tenant communication yourself — but want professional marketing and tenant vetting because the cost of getting referencing wrong dwarfs the saving.
Landlords with a single, well-located property
Demand is strong, voids rarely a problem, and Fully Managed adds more cost than you need. Let Only drops a vetted tenant in and gets out of your way.
Landlords with the time and the experience
You've let before, you know what compliance looks like, and you've got time during the day for tenant calls. Use us for the bit you can't easily DIY: reaching qualified tenants and vetting them properly.
When let only isn't enough
Six signs you'd be better off on Fully Managed.
Let Only works brilliantly for the right landlord — but if any of these apply, the maths usually tilts toward our Fully Managed tier or above instead.
- You don't have time during business hours to handle tenant calls
- You'd rather not be on the phone to contractors at 9pm on a Saturday
- You're not confident on Renters' Rights Act compliance and possession procedure
- You own multiple properties and are spending too much time on management
- You've had a bad experience with a tenant and want professional buffer for next time
- You live a long way from the property and visiting in person is a hassle
How quickly can you find a tenant?
A well-priced, well-presented property lets in around 12 days on average from instruction to tenant move-in, with qualified viewings often booked in the first week, supported by 386 tenants actively registered and searching today.
What happens if my tenant fails references?
We don't proceed. References either pass our criteria or they don't — we won't push through a marginal applicant. If the original applicant fails, we re-market immediately at no additional cost; the Let Only commission is only payable once a verified tenant moves in.
Do I have to handle rent and maintenance myself?
Yes — Let Only (Bronze) is a one-off service that ends at move-in. From there you collect rent, respond to maintenance, manage the tenancy and handle ongoing Renters' Rights Act compliance directly. The optional Compliance Add-On (£480 inc. VAT per property per year) gives you ongoing compliance support without a tier upgrade. If at any point you'd rather we took the management over, we can transition you onto Silver / Gold / Platinum at any tenancy renewal.
What if I want to move into Fully Managed later?
Easy. We can switch the same tenancy onto Silver, Gold or Platinum at any renewal, or even mid-tenancy with the tenant's agreement. The Let Only commission already paid stays paid — you'd start the management percentage from the date you switch (a £180 inc. VAT Management Take-over fee covers the document handover and deposit re-registration).
Are pre-tenancy safety certificates included in the fee?
We coordinate the contractors and confirm compliance, but the cost of the certificates themselves (gas safety, EICR, EPC) is paid separately by you. EICR pricing on our preferred contractors starts from £240 inc. VAT for a studio / 1-bed (assuming a single consumer unit). Renewal cycles vary: gas annually, EICR every 5 years, EPC every 10 years.
Is the inventory cost included?
No — third-party inventory and check-in is a separate one-off charge sized by property: from £132 inc. VAT (£110 + VAT) for a studio up to £300 inc. VAT for a 5+ bed unfurnished. The full size table is on our /landlords/landlord-fees page. We organise it on your behalf; you pay the inventory company directly. The independent report makes deposit disputes defensible at end-of-tenancy.
What landlords say
5.0Across 257 verified reviews
“We had a fantastic experience renting through Kings Estate Agency. The whole process was smooth, well organised, and handled very professionally from start to finish. A special thank you to Mike, Fiona and Matt, who were incredibly kind, understanding, and always willing to help. Their friendly and supportive approach really made a difference. I previously rented through W&P and found out they’re an other extreme. It’s great to deal with an agency that genuinely cares about its tenants, are fair and treats people with respect. We are very grateful for their help and would highly recommend Kings Estate Agency to anyone looking to rent or buy.”
“Thank you to the Kings team for all your help with my recent sale and purchase. The service I received throughout was excellent, friendly and professional from first contact to completion. Kings involvement played a large part in the outcome of my move, to which I am very grateful. I could not conclude this review without a massive thank you to Lauren who was consistently amazing. A very good selling and purchase experience and I would have no hesitation recommended Kings and their services to others.”
“Just had our home valued and I can truly say Kings Estate Agents are a breath of fresh air. Zero pressure and had a wonderful meeting with Gemma. We went through all options and there wasn’t any rush either, so I could comfortably relax and go through everything in great detail. I can highly recommend this family run company. Thank you.”
“I cannot recommend Mike and his team at Kings highly enough! From start to finish, their professionalism, responsiveness, and dedication were outstanding. They found excellent tenants and handled the entire process smoothly, making my experience stress-free. Communication was clear and timely, and their knowledge of the market was second to none. If you want a reliable and efficient agent who genuinely cares about both landlords and tenants, this is the one to choose! Thank you.”
“We listed our house in July with Kings and within 2 weeks we had accepted an offer. Tom, Gemma and Lauren have all been absolutely amazing throughout the whole sale and even after completion, they are still helping us with tying up the last few loose ends eg post forwarding! We couldn’t be happier with the service they have provided - thank you so much to all at Kings Estates.”
“Sold our apartment within a week of going on the market. Seamless communication, and a real pleasure to deal with throughout.”
“Absolute 10/10 experience. As first-time buyers we were a little lost — Lauren and the team guided us through every step.”
“Smooth, well-organised and professional from start to finish. A special thanks to Raj and the lettings team.”
“Listed in July, accepted an offer in two weeks. Tom, Gemma and Lauren have been amazing throughout the entire sale.”
“Zero pressure and a wonderful meeting with Gemma. We went through every option — a breath of fresh air for an estate agent.”
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