Letting Agents in Southampton

Residential lettings, full property management and landlord services across Southampton, Portswood, Shirley, Bitterne, Eastleigh and the surrounding area. Personal service, transparent pricing, 5★ results.

2019

Serving Hampshire Since

4.9★

Google Rating

800+

Landlords & Tenants Helped

9%

Full Management Fee

Your Southampton Letting Experts

Southampton is one of the South Coast’s largest and most dynamic cities, with a thriving rental market driven by a large port workforce, a growing tech and professional sector, two major universities, and excellent transport links to London and beyond.

Umbra Lettings manage properties across Southampton including Portswood, Shirley, Bitterne, Hedge End, Woolston, Eastleigh and the city centre. We bring the same personal, attentive service that has earned us a 5★ reputation in Gosport and Portsmouth to every property we manage in Southampton.

Whether you have a flat in the city centre, a family home in Hedge End, a professional let in Shirley, or a student property near the university, we have the right service for you. One dedicated account manager, direct access, no hidden fees.

Tenant Find

Professional photography, Rightmove & Zoopla listing, social media marketing, tenant referencing and tenancy agreement preparation.

Full Management

Rent collection, 24-hour maintenance, regular inspections, full legal compliance and a dedicated account manager. All for 9% per month.

Guaranteed Rent

Rent paid every month whether the property is occupied or not. No void periods, no chasing tenants. Ideal for hands-off landlords.

Student & HMO Lettings

Specialist student and HMO lettings near Southampton’s universities. We handle licensing, compliance, tenant find and full management.

Why Landlords in Southampton Choose Umbra Lettings

One Point of Contact

You will always deal with the same dedicated account manager — not a call centre or a different person every time you ring.

No Hidden Fees

Full management is 9% per month. No renewal fees, no inspection fees, no hidden charges. Everything agreed upfront.

Available When You Need Us

Available Monday to Saturday, 9am to 8pm. Reach us by phone, email or WhatsApp — and you will always get a real response.

Frequently Asked Questions — Southampton

What areas of Southampton do you cover?
We cover Southampton city centre, Portswood, Shirley, Bitterne, Hedge End, Woolston, Eastleigh and the surrounding area. If you are unsure whether we cover your specific location, please get in touch.
What types of property do you let in Southampton?
We let and manage all types of residential property in Southampton — flats, houses, professional lets, family homes and student properties. Whether you have a single apartment or a portfolio, we have the right service for you.
How much does property management cost in Southampton?
Our full management service is 9% of the monthly rent, with no hidden fees. We also offer a Tenant Find only service for a one-off fee. Contact us for a free valuation and a full, transparent breakdown of costs.
What rental yields can I expect in Southampton?
Southampton typically achieves gross rental yields of 5 to 8% depending on property type and location. Student properties near the universities can achieve higher yields. Contact us for a free valuation based on current market data.
How quickly can you find a tenant in Southampton?
Most Southampton properties are let within 2 to 4 weeks of going to market. We use professional photography, Rightmove, Zoopla and social media marketing to maximise exposure and attract quality tenants quickly.
Why choose Umbra Lettings over a local Southampton agent?
We offer the personal service of a local agent with the reach and resources of a larger agency. You will always have a dedicated account manager, direct phone and WhatsApp access, and transparent pricing. We are available Monday to Saturday, 9am to 8pm.

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