Renting in Edinburgh
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Every listing in Edinburgh is checked against these rules automatically.
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Region
- Scotland
- Currency
- British Pound (GBP)
- How rent is paid
- Monthly
- Deposit cap
- Up to 2 months' rent
- What tenants can be charged
- Security deposit
Scotland: deposit up to two months' rent, protected in an approved scheme. Any other charge to tenants is unlawful.
General information, not legal advice. Rules change; always check your tenancy agreement.
What you'll need to rent here
- Your passport, and in England a share code that proves your right to rent if you have a visa
- Proof of income: a job offer, contract or recent payslips
- References, or a UK guarantor if you have no UK rental history
- The deposit and the first month's rent
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