Students' Union's lettings agency now open
Research conducted by the Students’ Union, in their annual ‘Rate your Landlord’ survey, has shown that students living in rented accommodation within the Brighton area are often left dissatisfied.
The research points to high fees for ‘sub-standard’ properties and ‘poor communication’ from lettings agents as key contributors for this dissatisfaction.
In response, the Students’ Union has launched its own letting agency, based in Falmer House. Properties that are managed by the lettings agency will have to adhere to a set of standards that ensures that students get a fair deal for good-quality accommodation provided by reputable landlords.
David Cichon, the President of the Students’ Union said: “We are aware of the difficulties involved in renting properties, especially for the first time; the idea of the new agency is to make sure students are supported through the process and that they get a fair deal.”
Lettings Manager David Beaken, who has over 10 years’ experience of the Brighton and Hove property market, added: “Unlike most agents we do not charge any fees to students.”
To find out more, call 01273 677365 or E d.beaken@sussex.ac.uk.