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Lettings and property management across Portswood, Highfield, Ocean Village, Shirley and Bitterne — student and professional specialists, with a free valuation in 24 hours.

SO14–SO19
Postcodes covered
2 Universities
Strong student demand
9%
Fully managed fee
£599 
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Lettings in Southampton

A city with two rental markets, and we know both

Southampton is really two markets in one. The student belt around Portswood, Highfield and Bevois Valley feeds off the University of Southampton and Solent University, and shared houses there rarely sit empty. Meanwhile Ocean Village, Bedford Place and the waterfront draw professionals working in the port, marine and digital sectors.

That split matters when you set a rent and choose a tenant type. We help landlords decide whether a property is better placed as a professional let or a student share, and we manage the very different compliance each one carries. Shirley, Bitterne and Woolston round out a dependable family-home market on both sides of the Itchen.

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Areas we let across Southampton

From student shares to waterfront apartments, we know where your property fits.

Portswood & Highfield

The heart of the student market, walking distance to the University of Southampton. Strong year-on-year demand.

Ocean Village & waterfront

Premium apartments for professionals, marina views and modern spec — top-of-market rents.

Bedford Place & city centre

Stylish flats popular with young professionals who want to be near the bars and the station.

Shirley & Freemantle

Reliable family and sharer lets with good transport links and steady tenant demand.

Bitterne & Woolston

Affordable family homes east of the Itchen, popular with longer-term tenants.

HMOs & student houses

Licensed HMO management with article-4 and compliance know-how built in.

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Why Umbra in Southampton

Student-savvy, professional-ready

  • Specialists in both student HMOs and professional lets
  • We handle article-4 and HMO licensing complexity
  • Ideal for landlords who live away from the city
  • Transparent fees — 10% fully managed, no renewal charges
  • Client money protected and Property Ombudsman members
Southampton lettings FAQs

Questions landlords ask us

Do you specialise in student lettings?

Yes — Portswood, Highfield and Bevois Valley are strong student areas, and we manage shared houses and licensed HMOs with all the extra compliance they need.

How much can I let my property for?

Ocean Village and Bedford Place command professional rents; Portswood performs for student sharers. We give a free valuation within 24 hours on live SO-postcode demand.

Which areas do you cover?

Portswood, Highfield, Bevois Valley, Bedford Place, Ocean Village, Shirley, Bitterne and Woolston, across SO14–SO19.

Can you manage if I live away?

Yes — fully managed is built for remote landlords. We handle everything and pay your rent over monthly with a clear statement.

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