Best Student Letting Agencies in York
Only agencies and landlords with a verified Google rating of 3★ or above — honest reviews, key details and practical tips to help you find your perfect student home near the University of York or York St John.
Before you search
Best Areas
Heslington and Tang Hall suit University of York students. Heworth, Hull Road, and the city centre are popular with York St John students.
Average Rent
Shared houses: £105–£145/week per person. Private studios: £160–£240/week. Bills add roughly £25–40/week on top.
When to Look
October–November for a September move-in. York is competitive — the best Heslington and Tang Hall properties go well before Christmas.
Deposit Rules
Max 5 weeks' rent as a deposit. Must be protected in a government-approved scheme within 30 days of payment.
Letting Agencies — rated 3★ & above on Google
Savills York is the top-rated letting agency on this list with a 4.9★ Google rating from 130 reviews. While primarily known for higher-end property, their lettings department is highly rated for dedicated customer care and professional management — including premium student rentals in the city centre. An excellent option for students seeking high-quality, well-managed accommodation.
Martin & Co York holds a 4.8★ Google rating from 97 reviews. This branch handles a significant number of student lets and is consistently praised for professional communication and efficient handling of tenancy applications. A well-regarded national franchise with a strong local team.
Hudson Moody holds a 4.8★ Google rating from 287 reviews — one of the highest-confidence ratings on this list given the volume. Frequently praised for their responsive service, they manage a high-quality portfolio of student-suitable homes in the city centre and surrounding areas. An independent agency with a strong local reputation built over many years.
Reeds Rains York holds a 4.8★ Google rating from 276 reviews. Part of a national network, this branch is highly rated for its local expertise and commitment to customer service. The combination of a high rating and large review count makes this one of the most reliably well-reviewed agencies in York's student market.
Ashtons holds a 4.7★ Google rating from 187 reviews. A well-established local agent with a strong city centre presence, noted for professional property management and an extensive range of houses suitable for students. A solid independent choice with a well-evidenced track record in York's student market.
Quantum Estate Agency holds a 4.6★ Google rating from 86 reviews. Located on Walmgate, they manage several student-specific rentals and are noted for their straightforward, no-nonsense approach to letting. A well-regarded independent agency in a convenient central location for students looking in east York.
City Lets York holds a 4.5★ Google rating from 221 reviews. A local agency managing various property types including student shares, noted for their central office location and strong local expertise. The review volume gives solid confidence in a consistently positive tenant experience.
Linley & Simpson York holds a 4.4★ Google rating from 732 reviews — by far the largest review count of any letting agency on this list. A well-known regional agency with a dedicated student team, praised for making the search process simple and stress-free for both domestic and international students. The sheer volume of reviews at 4.4★ gives unusually high confidence in the rating.
Belvoir York holds a 4.2★ Google rating from 84 reviews. An award-winning family-run specialist highly rated for their prodigious lettings service and strong local expertise across major student areas including Heslington, Tang Hall, and Heworth. A solid choice for University of York students targeting properties close to campus.
IG Property holds a 3.8★ Google rating from 185 reviews. Established for over 30 years, they manage over 500 properties annually and are noted for their fully managed services and membership in professional accreditation schemes including SAFEAGENT. The review count gives a solid evidenced picture — read recent reviews to get a current view of the service.
Specialist Student Landlords — Google-verified ratings
These providers manage their own exclusive portfolios rather than acting as traditional letting agencies — meaning you deal directly with the landlord. They are consistently among the most highly rated in York's student market. Google review counts were not available for all providers.
Winner of multiple "Best Landlord" awards and consistently ranked at the top of local Rate Your Landlord lists, Egdell Properties is noted for providing a personal, agency-free service with exceptional repair efficiency and customer care. No middlemen — you deal directly with the landlord throughout your tenancy.
Direct contact — search "Egdell Properties York" to find current listings and contact details.
Highly regarded for managing a quality portfolio of 13+ properties with a strong focus on tenant wellbeing. Tony Seccombe is frequently cited by York students as one of the most responsive and trustworthy landlords in the city — a standout option for students who want a direct, personal relationship with their landlord.
Direct contact — search "Ryedale Properties York Tony Seccombe" to find current listings.
Highly rated for providing well-equipped homes and maintaining high standards for student tenants throughout the tenancy. Better Student Homes is recognised for going beyond the basics — properties are consistently well-presented and management is attentive to tenant needs.
Search "Better Student Homes York Prospect Property" to find current listings and contact details.
Noted for being extremely responsive with maintenance and particularly helpful during the application phase. York Student Accommodation is a well-regarded specialist provider with a direct, student-first approach that many tenants find more personal than dealing with a larger agency.
Search "York Student Accommodation" to find current listings and contact details.
Praised for repair efficiency and a focus on security across their student housing portfolio. Joseph Moore is a well-regarded direct landlord in York — consistently cited for keeping properties in good condition and responding promptly when issues arise.
Search "Joseph Moore York Student Properties" to find current listings and contact details.
A highly-regarded provider known for attentive management and the quality of accommodation offered to student tenants. Velorum Property is consistently well-reviewed for maintaining high property standards and being genuinely responsive throughout tenancies.
Search "Velorum Property York" to find current listings and contact details.
Student renting tips
6 things every York student should know before signing
Start in October. Heslington and Tang Hall properties near the University of York go fast — the best houses are often gone before Christmas.
Consider a direct landlord. York has some of the UK's best-rated specialist student landlords. Direct lets often mean better communication, faster repairs, and a more personal service.
Always inspect in person. Check for damp, adequate heating, bike storage, and a valid HMO licence for groups of 3 or more unrelated people.
Check deposit protection. Your deposit must be registered in a government-backed scheme within 30 days. Ask which one before you pay anything.
Document everything. Timestamped move-in photos protect you from unfair deposit deductions — do it room by room before you unpack a single thing.
Check your bus route. York is compact but the University of York campus is east of the city — check bus frequency and cycling distance from your property to campus before committing.