Best Student Letting Agencies in Leicester
Only agencies 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 Leicester or De Montfort University.
Before you search
Best Areas
Clarendon Park, Stoneygate, and Knighton are most popular with University of Leicester students. DMU students often look in Highfields and the city centre, within easy walking distance of campus.
Average Rent
Shared houses: £80–£115/week per person. Private studios: £120–£180/week. Leicester is one of the UK's more affordable student cities. Bills add roughly £25–40/week unless included.
When to Look
October–November for a September move-in. Clarendon Park properties fill quickly — don't leave it until after Christmas or your best options will be gone.
Deposit Rules
Max 5 weeks' rent as a deposit. Must be protected in a government-approved scheme within 30 days of payment. Always ask which scheme before you pay.
Letting Agencies — rated 3★ & above on Google
Knightsbridge holds a 4.8★ Google rating from 781 reviews — by far the strongest combination of rating and review volume on this list. A long-standing firm with deep local expertise in the Leicester rental market, covering both student and residential lettings. A 4.8★ score across 781 reviews is an exceptional signal of consistent, sustained quality across a large volume of tenants.
Sulets holds a 4.6★ Google rating from 459 reviews. The only agency officially recommended by both the University of Leicester and DMU Students' Unions — a dual endorsement that is rare and meaningful. Noted for a transparent service with no hidden agency fees, they are a safe and well-evidenced starting point for any Leicester student beginning their housing search.
Bosworth Properties holds a 4.6★ Google rating from 58 reviews. Frequently cited by DMU students as a top-tier agency for maintenance responsiveness and overall support, they have built a strong reputation among De Montfort students in particular. A well-regarded independent specialist with a loyal student following.
First 4 Lettings holds a 4.4★ Google rating from 374 reviews. Based in Clarendon Park — the heart of Leicester's most popular student area — this independent agency is highly praised for a smooth renting process and friendly, responsive staff. A well-evidenced choice with a large review base that gives high confidence in a consistently positive service.
Livingstone Lettings holds a 4.4★ Google rating from 61 reviews. Specialising in the popular student hubs of Clarendon Park, Knighton, and Stoneygate with over 25 years of experience, they bring unmatched local knowledge to Leicester's most in-demand student areas. A well-regarded independent agency with deep roots in the city's student market.
Danvers holds a 4.2★ Google rating from 723 reviews — the second-highest review count on this list, giving very high confidence in the rating. Recognised for detailed website guides and a wide range of properties located close to both university campuses, they are a well-evidenced, broad-coverage option for students at either UoL or DMU.
Leicester Student Lettings holds a 3.2★ Google rating from 67 reviews. A specialist for central modern rooms — the lowest-rated agency on this list, though it clears the 3★ threshold. Tenant feedback is noted as mixed, with some reviews highlighting administrative delays. The 67-review base gives a well-evidenced picture — read recent reviews carefully before committing.
Student renting tips
6 things every Leicester student should know before signing
Start in October. Clarendon Park and Stoneygate properties fill up fast — the best houses near University of Leicester are gone before Christmas every year.
Try Sulets first. The only agency recommended by both UoL and DMU Students' Unions — no hidden fees, transparent process, and the safest starting point in Leicester.
Know your area. Clarendon Park, Knighton, and Stoneygate suit UoL students. DMU students are often better placed looking in Highfields and the city centre — check walking and bus times to your faculty first.
Check deposit protection. Your deposit must be registered in a government-backed scheme within 30 days. Ask which one before you pay — and document the property with timestamped photos on move-in day.
Check for HMO licensing. Any house shared by 3 or more unrelated people requires a valid HMO licence. A reputable agency will produce it without hesitation — if they don't, walk away.
Budget for bills carefully. Leicester's older terraces can be draughty and expensive to heat. Always ask for an estimate of average monthly energy costs before signing — or look for properties with bills included.