Guaranteed rent · Dundee
Guaranteed rent in Dundee for landlords
Guaranteed rent in Dundee means leasing your property for 3 years or more to a vetted guaranteed rent provider, such as a housing association, council or supported housing provider. Dundee City Council is the local authority for the city on the north bank of the Tay. Rent is paid monthly as your signed agreement sets out.
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How do guaranteed rent schemes work in Dundee?
A vetted guaranteed rent provider leases your Dundee property for 3 years or more and pays the agreed rent monthly. We find the organisation and negotiate the lease for you.
Dundee sits on the north shore of the Firth of Tay. Dundee City Council is the local authority for the city.
We work with Dundee landlords who want a steadier arrangement than open-market letting, through a lease of 3 years or more with a vetted provider. We work with landlords across England, Scotland and Wales from our office in Watford.
Can I lease my property to the council or a housing association in Dundee?
Yes. Through Social Ready you lease to a vetted guaranteed rent provider, such as a housing association, council or supported housing provider. The local authority in Dundee is Dundee City Council.
You sign a lease with that organisation; you are not renting to the council's tenants directly, and the organisation is responsible for the people who live in the home. We vet and financially check every provider before we introduce them.
What is a social housing lease in Dundee?
It is a lease of 3 years or more to a housing organisation, which pays you monthly rent and handles occupiers as the agreement sets out.
- → A lease of 3 years or more, with terms set out in writing
- → Rent paid monthly by BACS, as agreed
- → The provider handles tenant management and routine maintenance as set out in the agreement
- → Independent legal advice before you sign
Property types
Which property types do you take in Dundee?
We consider studios, 1 to 4 bed homes, HMOs and blocks of flats in Dundee. Demand varies by street and property type, so we'll give you an honest view.
Studios
Studios are often sought for single people. If you own a self-contained studio in Dundee, send us the details and we'll tell you honestly whether a provider is looking.
Guaranteed rent for studio flats →1 bed
One-bed homes are often sought for single people and couples. A well-kept 1 bed flat or house in Dundee may suit a provider.
Guaranteed rent for 1 bed properties →2 bed
Two-bed flats and houses can suit small families or shared supported living. Tell us about your Dundee 2 bed and we'll give you an honest view.
Guaranteed rent for 2 bed properties →3 bed
Three-bed houses are often sought for families. If you own one in Dundee, a provider may want it on a long lease.
Guaranteed rent for 3 bed houses →4 bed
Four-bed homes are often sought for larger families, and some suit shared supported living. Send us your Dundee 4 bed and we'll look at it honestly.
Guaranteed rent for 4 bed houses →Is there HMO guaranteed rent in Dundee?
HMOs can suit supported-living providers who house several people in one home. You deal with one leaseholder instead of individual room lets.
Scotland has its own HMO rules: HMOs need a licence from the council, and private landlords must register with the council. Check with Dundee City Council what applies to your address.
HMO guaranteed rent for landlords →Blocks of flats
Whole-block leases can suit providers who want several units in one building. Each case depends on the building and provider demand in Dundee.
Guaranteed rent for blocks of flats →What should Dundee landlords know locally?
The local authority is Dundee City Council. Scottish housing law applies.
- → Dundee City Council handles landlord registration and HMO licensing in the city.
- → Broughty Ferry is within the Dundee City Council area; Monifieth and Arbroath are in Angus.
- → Dundee has a large student population, so some properties are already set up as HMOs.
- Local authority
- Dundee City Council
- Region
- Scotland - Tayside, Scotland
LawScotland has its own housing law. Private lets that began on or after 1 December 2017 are generally private residential tenancies under the Private Housing (Tenancies) (Scotland) Act 2016, private landlords must register with their local council, and HMOs need a licence from the council. The Renters' Rights Act applies to England, not Scotland. This is general information, not legal advice: take Scottish legal advice before you sign.
Which areas near Dundee do you cover?
We also look for property in the towns and boroughs around Dundee, including Broughty Ferry, Monifieth, Arbroath.
- Broughty Ferry
- Monifieth
- Arbroath
- Perth →
- Aberdeen →
We work with landlords in Dundee and the surrounding areas from our Watford office.
Dundee guaranteed rent FAQs
It may be. It needs a valid HMO licence from Dundee City Council and must meet the provider's standards. Tell us how it is set up now.
Yes, including towns such as Monifieth and Arbroath. Those addresses are in the Angus Council area.
Yes. Register with Dundee City Council before you let or lease the property.
Leases run for 3 years or more. The exact term, rent review and any break clause are set out in your signed agreement.
It is free to join with no obligation, and there are no management fees on guaranteed rent. Each lease is agreed individually.