Why choose Sulets?
Sulets are the only student accommodation agency trusted & recommended by Loughborough University.
Join Sulets’ growing landlord network and benefit from their exempt status under the Renters’ Rights Act. Sulets is a unique not-for-profit student lettings agency providing everything a landlord needs.
Sulets offer landlords a comprehensive Leased Service which guarantees your rental income, with over 90% of their landlords recommending them in their 2025 landlord survey.
Sulets Leased Service
The Leased Service from Sulets - You lease your property to Sulets for a fixed term, and Sulets guarantee your rent.
There is no set up fee or management fee. Instead, Sulets keeps the difference between the rent reserved by the lease and the rent payable by the students. See how this compares to typical lettings agents.
An ethical student lettings agency
Sulets is a charitable, not for profit student accommodation agency. Sulets work to the highest standards in the industry to ensure student tenants and landlords get the best possible service levels. Check out Sulets’ awards and accreditations for more info.
Trusted provider
Sulets have a proven track record operating in Leicester and are the largest student accommodation agency in Leicester with backing from The University of Leicester & De Montfort University.
Landlords have great things to say about Sulets. The 2025 landlord survey had over 90% of landlords recommending Sulets! Check out some of their landlord reviews here.
| Feature | Sulets (Leased Service) | Typical Student Lettings Agent |
|---|---|---|
| Service type | Leased | Fully Managed |
| Tenancy | Fixed 44 or 48 week tenancy | Periodic - 2 months’ notice can be given |
| Renters’ Rights Act Status | Exempt from the Renters’ Rights Act | Not exempt; subject to the Renters’ Rights Act |
| Rent | Guaranteed rent, paid direct by Sulets | Not guaranteed; collected from tenant |
| Possession | Guaranteed by Sulets. Non‑assured tenancy covers any size of property. | Requires Ground 4A possession. Applies only to 3+ bed properties. Does not cover 1–2 bed properties. |
| Letting cycle | Advertising from October | Can not advertise before January to use Ground 4A possession |
| Fee | 10% no VAT for first tenancy signed; 15% + VAT thereafter | 12.5% management fee + VAT + 15% additional setup fee + deposit registration fee + VAT |
Contact Sulets
Join Sulets' landlord network & start letting your property today. Contact their team for a free valuation today.