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Top Tenant & Renter Rights in Southampton

This page lists 5 businesses that help tenants and landlords in Southampton (Hampshire): 1 housing solicitor, 1 letting agent, 1 property manager, 1 housing adviser and 1 surveyor or inspector. Each profile shows the services offered, the office address and how to get in touch.

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5 renting service providers are listed in Southampton: 1 housing solicitor, 1 letting agent, 1 property manager, 1 housing adviser and 1 surveyor or inspector. Southampton City Council deals with private renting problems such as serious disrepair, licensing and illegal eviction in Southampton. For free advice, contact Citizens Advice or Shelter on 0808 800 4444.

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Renting in Southampton

The Renters' Rights Act rules for private renting in England apply in Southampton, including the end of section 21 "no-fault" evictions from 1 May 2026. Southampton City Council deals with private renting problems such as serious disrepair, licensing and illegal eviction in Southampton.

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Local help in Southampton

  • Southampton City Council deals with private renting problems such as serious disrepair, licensing and illegal eviction in Southampton.
  • Citizens Advice gives free, confidential advice on renting, benefits and debt.
  • Shelter's free housing helpline is 0808 800 4444.
  • Check solicitors on the SRA register before you instruct them.

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Tenant and renter rights in Southampton: common questions

How many renting service providers are listed in Southampton?

5 are listed at the moment: 1 housing solicitor, 1 letting agent, 1 property manager, 1 housing adviser and 1 surveyor or inspector. The list updates as providers join or update their details.

Who do I contact about a problem with a private landlord in Southampton?

Start by raising the problem with the landlord or letting agent in writing. Southampton City Council deals with private renting problems such as serious disrepair, licensing and illegal eviction in Southampton. Free advice is available from Citizens Advice and Shelter's helpline on 0808 800 4444.

Do the Renters' Rights Act rules apply in Southampton?

The Renters' Rights Act rules for private renting in England apply in Southampton, including the end of section 21 "no-fault" evictions from 1 May 2026.

How can I check a solicitor or letting agent in Southampton?

Check solicitors on the Solicitors Regulation Authority register. Letting and managing agents in England must belong to a redress scheme, so ask which one and check its member list. Ask for fees and terms in writing before you agree to anything.

Which areas near Southampton are covered on this site?

You can also browse providers in Brighton, Portsmouth, Oxford, Milton Keynes, Canterbury and Chichester. Many firms also work outside the town where their office is.

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