Looking to rent a flat..how much can you negotiate?

[fizz47]

Hi

As per title. I am about to start looking at flats. Just wanted to know how flexible the prices are. For example if a flat was 1100pcm can I go in with an offer of 950pcm.

What are your experiences?

[andye30m3]

I guess it would depend on if / how long it's been empty and what else is in the area.

My tenets gave me notice a month ago, so we re advertised it for £575 pm expecting £550, It will be empty as of tomorrow so I will be keener to negotiate.

[tobeee]

Years ago a mate and I approached an agent on a flat for £595pcm. I went in and offered £425 (our crappy budget at that time!) and he laughed me in the face, so we walked out. Three weeks later the agent phoned and accepted! So, I guess it really depends on how long it's already been empty, and the prospects of a quick let.

[eybic]

I think in the current climate you wont get anywhere making an offer as there are loads of prospective tenants apparently so it is considered to be a landlords market as apposed to a tenants. Best of luck.

[jimmyjam]

Depends where you looking

[Pickled Piper]

jimmyjam said:

Depends where you looking

No blanket rules. Do your research etc. It's a Landlord's market in many areas.

pp

[fiveoclockhero1]

It all depends on area, I own a number of rental properties on the south coast and some agents there are doing best offers by sealed bids as there is so much demand.

[swiftpete]

Just ask. I've had money off in the past and I've also been denied. Don't ask don't get.

[okgo]

I paid the asking straight away on the current place. Things were giong so quikly.