How much is rent in Edinburgh?

As a guide, a one-bedroom property in Edinburgh typically lets for around £1,075 pcm, a two-bedroom for around £1,495 pcm and a three-bedroom for around £1,975 pcm. Rents vary considerably by neighbourhood.

Do I have to pay letting agent fees in Edinburgh?

No. Charging tenants any fee beyond rent and a refundable deposit is unlawful throughout Scotland. You will pay rent and a deposit, and nothing else.

How much deposit will I need in Edinburgh?

Deposits in Scotland are capped at two months' rent. We take one month, which on a typical two-bedroom property in Edinburgh would be around £1,495. It is lodged with an approved tenancy deposit scheme within 30 working days.

Edinburgh's skyline at dusk: the Balmoral clock tower, the Scott Monument and the castle in silhouette

City of Edinburgh Council

Property to rent in Edinburgh

Edinburgh is the tightest rental market in Scotland. Good property lets fast and at strong rents, but the compliance bar is higher here than anywhere else in the country, particularly around short-term lets and HMO licensing.

Demand comes from four universities, a large financial and legal sector, the Scottish Government and a substantial tech employer base. The Festival distorts August badly. Tenancy start dates need planning around it. City of Edinburgh Council operates a short-term let control zone covering the whole council area, so a change of use to short-term letting requires planning permission.

Neighbourhoods in Edinburgh

Renting in Edinburgh

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Common questions

Renting in Edinburgh

How much is rent in Edinburgh?: As a guide, a one-bedroom property in Edinburgh typically lets for around £1,075 pcm, a two-bedroom for around £1,495 pcm and a three-bedroom for around £1,975 pcm. Rents vary considerably by neighbourhood.
Do I have to pay letting agent fees in Edinburgh?: No. Charging tenants any fee beyond rent and a refundable deposit is unlawful throughout Scotland. You will pay rent and a deposit, and nothing else.
How much deposit will I need in Edinburgh?: Deposits in Scotland are capped at two months' rent. We take one month, which on a typical two-bedroom property in Edinburgh would be around £1,495. It is lodged with an approved tenancy deposit scheme within 30 working days.