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Redbrick Properties (Leeds) Ltd Receives National Recognition at the EA Masters 2024

Redbrick Properties (Leeds) Ltd has attained the high standards necessary to be awarded with the property industry's most prestigious mark of excellence.

Student House Hunting Tips In Leeds

Discover expert tips for stress-free student house hunting in Leeds. Learn how to make your student house feel like home, what essential steps to take before moving in, and top strategies to keep your student house safe. Whether you're a first-time renter

Looking For A 2 Bed Flat To Rent In Leeds?

Find your perfect 2 bed flat to rent in Leeds with our comprehensive search tool. Browse listings and book viewings online today!

A Comprehensive Guide to Letting Agents Services in Leeds

Looking for a reliable letting agent in Leeds? Look no further! Our comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about letting agents services in Leeds.

Looking For A Lettings Negotiator Job In Leeds? - We're Hiring!

Looking for a job in property in Leeds? We are currently looking to fill a Lettings Negotiator role to work within our awesome team and deliver a service above what is expected from our clients.

Student Finance - Managing Your Finances During Challenging Times

Managing your student finances during a cost of living crisis can be a daunting task, but with the right strategies and tools, it can be done. Discover ways to stay on top of your budget today!

What Are The Important Questions To Ask Your Letting Agent?

When it comes to selecting a letting agent, the right questions will help you find the best one for your needs. Here’s a list of the most important questions to ask your potential agents.

How to Find the Perfect Rental Property

Looking for the perfect rental property? Check out this guide to learn how to find a great rental that fits your needs when renting a property!

Do Landlords Really Need To Register With The ICO?

Do landlords need to register with the UK Information Commissioner's Office (ICO)? Learn about how GDPR affects landlords and how it can be beneficial for them.

Choosing the Right Student Letting Agent in Leeds

Thinking of renting a student property in Leeds? Choose the right letting agent with this comprehensive guide to choosing the best student letting agents in Leeds.

5 Common Self-Assessment Tax Mistakes Landlords Make

The self-assessment time of year can be a stressful period for landlords. To make sure you don’t make any costly mistakes, watch out for the following five common errors made by landlords during their self-assessment

Leeds Student House Hunting Has Started!!!

Looking for a student property to rent in Leeds? We have properties in Headingley, Hyde Park, Woodhouse, Burley, Meanwood, Leeds City Centre...

Carbon Monoxide Alarm Legislation Changes For 2022

In order to protect tenants from carbon monoxide poisoning, the government has passed new legislation in 2022. Learn more about these changes here!

9 Best Areas To Live In Leeds

There are many great places to live in Leeds, but these are the best ones.

Top 5 Tips on Moving Into Your New Property

Here at Redbrick Properties we have been moving students into their new homes for years. 19 years to be exact, and we have learned quite a bit along the way, especially when it comes to managing your expectations. Here are our Top 5 Tips for Moving I...

Buy-To-Let Of The Week - Headingley - Potential Yield Circa 8%

What makes this such a good investment? Well, in our opinion the property is currently under-let, which means a higher rent may be achieved, and therefore a much higher yield, especially with a little re-investment.

We Are Recruiting

Are you interested in becoming a Lettings Negotiator within Redbrick Properties? If so, please get in contact as we would love to have a chat with you!

More Choice For Buyers & Renters

More choice is returning to the Leeds housing market, with agents reporting a rise in new instructions in both the sales and lettings markets.

Buy-To-Let Of The Week - Leeds City Centre - Current Yield of 7%

Every so often we use our expertise to search the local property market for good potential investments, not only for new landlords looking to dive into the residential property market but also portfolio landlords looking to bulk up their portfolio.

Buy-To-Let Of The Week - Hyde Park - Yield Circa 6%

What makes this such a good investment? Well, the potential yield for Leeds is a decent one, and with the other benefits, such as a third room, a good EPC rating and its location, you could be onto a winner.

Looking For A 1 Bed Flat To Rent In Leeds?

Looking for 1 bed flats to rent in Leeds? We have a fantastic selection right here!

Looking For A 4 Bed Property To Rent In Leeds?

Looking for 4 bed houses and flats to rent in Leeds? We have a fantastic selection right here!

Looking For A 5 Bed Property To Rent In Leeds?

Looking for 5 bed houses and flats to rent in Leeds? We have a fantastic selection right here!

Looking For A 6 Bed Property To Rent In Leeds?

Looking for 6 bed houses and flats to rent in Leeds? We have a fantastic selection right here!

Looking For A 3 Bed Property To Rent In Leeds?

Looking for 3 bed properties to rent in Leeds? We have a fantastic selection right here!

Looking for a Room in Student Accommodation?

This all bills included shared student accommodation in Headingley, Leeds, boasts; a gym, bar, games room, common room, study room, incredible beautiful grounds, and excellent transport links to the Universities.

Looking For A 2 Bed Property To Rent In Leeds?

Looking for a 2 bed property to rent in Leeds? Look no further as we have a great selection of houses, apartments and flats to rent in Leeds. We'll even do a little personal shopping for you if you prefer. Happy House Hunting.

What is a Section 48 Notice?

A S48 Notice may not be the most riveting subject, but get it wrong and you'll wish you'd read up about it! This 2 minute read tells you all you need to know to ensure you are entitled to your rent.

What is Article 4 Direction?

This is essential reading for any landlord looking to rent out a property to more than two tenants, in Leeds. Do you have the correct permissions to do so?

Article 4? Never Heard Of It!

This is essential reading if you are a landlord developing a property in Leeds, or in the process of purchasing a buy-to-let property. You need to ensure the property is licenced to let.

5 Common Roofing Problems And How We Diagnose Them

Watch our new drone in action as it surveys the damaged roof of one of our landlords rental properties in Leeds. Just one of the 5 common roofing problems we encounter and diagnose.

We Are Recruiting!

Do You Work In Property Lettings And Looking For A Change Of Scene? If So, Get In Contact As We Are Looking For Our Next Property Manager To Join The Team.

Quick And Easy Rent Calculator

If you've ever wondered how much rent your Leeds property could achieve, here is a quick and easy rent calculator. Based on real data of properties we have let in Leeds.

Landlords Expected To Expand Portfolios Over Next Two Years

Just over 17.5% of landlords who responded to the 2021 Landlord Trends Survey stated they expected to expand

74% Of Builders Have Increased Their Costs

What is Causing The Increase In Building Costs In The UK? A Mixture Of Increased Costs & A Shortage In Labour Is Having A Negative Impact. But What Has Caused This?

Styling Your Property For Rental

When you're first starting out as a landlord, it can be tricky to know how to style your property in order to make it attractive to potential tenants. Read more for some tips on how to dress up your rental and make it stand out from the competition!

New EPC Regulations. What does this mean for Landlords?

Find out about the proposed changes to EPC ratings for rental properties, and how it could affect you as a landlord.

Still Not Found Your Perfect Leeds Student Property?

We have added more fantastic Leeds student properties to out current portfolio. Check them out here!

Are Green Credentials Relevant To Renters?

Not only are Green Credentials more relevant to tenants than you would think, but more so, landlords!

Acceleration in Tenant Demand

Rental properties are finding a tenant quicker than ever before, with quite an astounding average!

Property Price Growth Predictions

Property prices are predicted to grow into 2020, but by how much are the experts predicting? And, what has been driving these increases?

Newly Listed Properties Are Flying Off The Shelves!

According to DataLoft, newly listed properties for sale are flying off the shelves. The majority (78%) of estate agents in the latest Dataloft subscriber poll said that homes, once listed, are selling in as little as 28 days. 22% of agents that took ...

Buy-To-Let Of The Week - Central Hyde Park - Current Yield Of Circa 7%

Every so often at Redbrick Properties we use our expertise to search the local property market for good potential investments, not only for new landlords looking to dive into the residential property market but also portfolio landlords looking to bul...

Who Lives In Private Rented Homes?

We've been doing some research at Redbrick Properties and discovered that across the UK one fifth (21%) of all privately rented homes are occupied by families. Furthermore, using DataLoft Rental Market Analysis of new tenancies since the start of 202...

Buy-To Let Of The Week - Hyde Park - Current Yield of 6.96%

Tenant Demand is Rising, Significantly!

It's that time of the year again, where tenant demand is rising substantially as the busy season is approaching. Redbrick Properties have already experienced an increase in viewings in May and we are ahead of ourselves on lets this month already. For...

Rental Demand is Building (except in London)!

UK rental growth outside London has hit a 4 year high, as average rents across the UK rose by 1% in the three months to the end of March, taking annual rental growth to +3%, marking the highest level of rental growth in 4.5 years, amid a build in ren...

Thinking of Letting your Property?

A Safeagent accredited firm such as Redbrick Properties is the sure sign for landlords of protection and professionalism. When you decide to let your property, employing an agent to handle the letting for you can give you peace of mind. You can trust...

Strongest Annual Growth in Property Price Since October 2014

There are many reasons people consider moving home, such as lifestyle change, wanting to be close to family and friends, reducing running costs, or simply wanting a larger house. Whatever your reason, now is the time to act as demand for property is ...

Consumer Confidence Bouncing Back

And now for a little good news... The PwC consumer confidence index is at its highest level since the index started in 2008. The first quarter of 2021 marks the first time the index has been in positive territory since pre-pandemic. The index stands ...

What Redbrick Properties and our Landlords have learned whilst 'Working From Home'

As restrictions start to ease across areas of the UK, just 1 in every 7 businesses proposes using increased home working as a permanent business model, and a further 19% of businesses 'unsure'.* Whilst Redbrick Properties is slowly returning to a ful...

Tenants Will Pay More for Larger Properties in Towns and Suburbs

Recent research from Hamptons International suggest tenants are leaving cities and heading for more spacious homes in towns and suburbs. "Renters have joined homeowners in the race for space by rushing to the suburbs where the number of tenants looki...

Join Our Team! We're Recruiting

Would you relish the opportunity to join our successful winning team as a Property Co-Ordinator?At Redbrick Properties every member of the lettings team really does make a difference. We're keen to reward hard work and commitment, and value every opi...

New Fire Regulations On The Horizon

It has been reported by the Home Office that new measures are on the horizon to strengthen fire safety in HMOs and multi-tenancy buildings. The new measures, announced as part of the government's response to the Fire Safety Consultation, will come in...

Boutique Student Apartments To Rent In Headingley, Leeds.

Once again, Redbrick Properties are very excited to be given the opportunity to let the awesome Mary Morris House student development in Headingley. So, what's so special about these apartments? Well, apart from: Rent rebate if University d...

Leeds Sees £1,554,820,852 Worth of Property Sales in 12 months

A recent study by DataLoft has revealed that the surge in property sales is showing no sign of slowing down. In fact, an estimated 121,640 transactions completed in January alone, the highest January total since 2007 and a 24.1% increase on 2020. Acc...

Just How Desirable Is Private Outdoor Space To Renters?

Since the end of the first lockdown in May last year we have definitely noticed a shift towards viewers requesting properties with some amount of outside space, whether it be a balcony on a city centre apartment, or a garden for a house in the suburb...

Increase in Housing Market Demand Since the Start of 2021

A recent study by Dataloft, into activity in the housing market since the first lockdown began in March 2020, shows how demand for housing gained momentum from the when the housing market re-opened in May, and then tailed off towards the festive peri...

Top 10 Locations Where Landlords Can Potentially Make The Most Money

Brighton has retained its crown as the most profitable place to be a landlord for the second year running, new findings have claimed in an article by Jane Denton. Following Brighton is Bangor, Portsmouth and Leeds. At the other end of the spectrum, S...

Featured Development | Centenary House Leeds

Located to the north of the city centre, Centenary House is an architecturally striking part new build and part refurbishment of a Grade II listed building. Due to Centenary House’s perfect location, residents will benefit from unparalleled access ...

Can I Still View Properties In Lockdown?

How on earth I am supposed to view any houses?Following the Prime Minister's recent announcement, and news that we have entered into another national lockdown, in the middle of the 2021 - 2022 student house-hunting season, you could be excused f...

08/01/2021 - COVID-19 UPDATE FROM REDBRICK PROPERTIES (LEEDS) LTD

Following the Prime Minister's recent announcement, and news that we will be entering another national lockdown, we wanted to let our customers know we are still here for you. The property industry has been allowed to continue trading, meaning that p...

The 3 Most Popular Tenants Blogs

We've written some very useful tenant blogs over the years, offering a plethora of great information for tenants of all shapes and sizes. So, if you have a little time this lockdown, why not re-cap on some of the most read tenant blogs on our website...

The 5 Most Popular Landlord Articles

We've written some very useful Landlord articles over the years, offering a plethora of great information for landlords of all levels. So, if you have a little time this Xmas, why not re-cap on some of the most read articles on our website. Here is a...

Boutique Student Living is Back!!!

Once again, we are very excited to be given the opportunity to let the awesome Mary Morris House student development in Headingley. So, what's so special about these apartments? Well, apart from: No DepositAll Unlimited Bills Included (That...

A Very Different Student House Hunting Season

Student house-hunting is well underway, but this season is like no other with many viewers reserving their properties from 360° Virtual Viewing Tours alone, from the comfort of their own homes. Physical viewings are down to an absolute minimum as he...

Could Virtual Viewings Become The Only Viewings?

Over a seven week period in Spring the property market was in total lockdown and the only way potential tenants were able to view properties was via their phone or computer. This was the one innovation that kept us going and as a result we let 67% mo...

14/05/2020 - COVID-19 UPDATE FROM REDBRICK PROPERTIES (LEEDS) LTD

As of Wednesday 13th May 2020, the Government announced that property sales and lettings activity can resume within England, under The Health Protection (Coronavirus, Restrictions) (England) (Amendment) (No2) Regulations. As delighted we are with thi...

With Virtual Viewings, It's Very Much Business As Usual!

This time last month, both letting and estate agents were hit with the news that no more property viewings should take place, as part of the Government’s attempts to help prevent the spread of Covid 19. Despite the cancelled viewings, it is still v...

Redbrick Properties Landlord & Tenant Update

With the COVID-19 pandemic causing all manner of disruption and uncertainty to our everyday lives, we just wanted to assure you we are very much open for business and our remote team is working hard to make sure that all of our customers receive a hi...

24/03/2020 - COVID-19 UPDATE FROM REDBRICK PROPERTIES (LEEDS) LTD

BRANCH CLOSUREWe have been carefully watching the development and media surrounding the spread of the Covid-19 virus. To protect our landlords, tenants, contractors and team members we would like to make the following statement. As you would expect, ...

16/03/2020 - COVID-19 UPDATE FROM REDBRICK PROPERTIES (LEEDS) LTD

COVID-19 UPDATE FROM REDBRICK PROPERTIES (LEEDS) LTD We have been carefully watching the development and media surrounding the spread of the Covid-19 virus. To protect our landlords, tenants, contractors and team members we would like to make the fol...

Exciting Times Ahead For UK Landlords

New research from The National Landlord Investment Show has indicated that the residential property market is continuing to show signs of improvement, with renewed investor confidence in the sector. Out of the landlords that attended the buy-to-...

Electrical Safety Check Regulations To Become Mandatory In England

Detailed regulations for enforcing mandatory five-year electrical safety checks in the private rented sector have been proposed by the Government. They require approval from both the House of Lords and the House of Commons before they come into forc...

Still Not Found Your Perfect Student Home?

We've been incredibly busy over the last few week but we still have some really fantastic student properties to let for the next academic year. So, if you still haven't found your next student property don't panic. There is still lots of time and l...

We've Added More Excellent Student Properties To Our Website!

The Leeds Student Letting season is in full flow and we're letting properties like never before. As we're dedicated to finding you your perfect house we're also taking on new properties like never before. We have loads of them. All different sizes an...

They're Back! Boutique Student Apartments In Leeds

That's right, the Mary Morris House boutique student apartments are back! Why did we let these so quickly last house-hunting season? Because they have... No Deposits All Unlimited Bills Included Individual Tenancy Agreements Locks On Bedroom D...

Looking For A Rather Stunning Leeds Student House?

Can you believe it's that time of the year again? The Student House Hunting Season seems to be underway with many Letting Agents releasing their full lists for 2020 - 2021 already. So, when in Rome... We've been adding many fantastic student prope...

Moving Out 30th June 2019 - Important Information!

If your tenancy ends on the 30th June 2019 you will find the following information and tips really helpful to ensure an easy, stress-free transition. Clean, Clean, Clean...It's really important that you clean your property to a good standard when y...

Online Rental Fraud Warning To Tenants

What is rental fraud?Prospective tenants are being warned about online rental scams that are becoming all too common of late. Rental fraud happens when prospective tenants are tricked into paying a fee to rent a property when in fact the property do...

"This House Isn't Fit For Human Habitation!"

I wouldn't let a dog live in there!I must admit, I've heard this on more than one occasion over the years. And you'd be within your right for thinking it's due to leaking pipes and damp rooms rather than a door-bell not working, or a blown light-bulb...

Another Fantastic Student Letting Season For Redbrick Properties

It's been a fantastic few months at Redbrick Properties and we've hit 2019 where we left 2018, with a bang, to say the least. With 61% more viewing enquiries generated than in Nov 2017, which in turn led to a whopping 194% increase in properties let than

Student House Hunting On A Budget?

With the Student House Hunting season now in full effect we are receiving calls every day from students looking for properties of all rents. Check them out below. We've sourced some very competitive 'bills included' packages also, so please do...

Boutique Student Development To Rent In Headingley

Once again, we are very excited to be marketing this awesome student development in Headingley. That's right, Mary Morris House is back! So, what's so special about these apartments? Well, apart from: No Deposit No Signing Fees All Unlimited B...

The Student House-Hunting Season Is Back!!!

The Student House Hunting Season is definitely underway now with many Letting Agents releasing their full lists for 2019 - 2020 already. The viewings have been flowing through the door and we've met some really great viewers, with many finding th...

Sneak-A-Peak! Our Hottest Student Properties Are Coming Soon

Sneak-A-Peak It's that time of the year when we like to give you a sneak-peak at some of the Limited Edition student properties about to hit the market for the next academic year 2019 - 2020. Just as last year, we expect them to be signed for as s...

Need Some Extra Cash?

We're fast approaching the busy student lettings season, with our prospective tenants gearing up for the 2019/2020 academic year. So we're on the lookout for temporary lettings negotiators to help us navigate through November, December and Januar...

80% Of Landlords Plan To Increase Their Portfolios Over The Next 12 Months

1.95 Million Investors A recent survey commissioned by The Property Hub, an investor forum and advice website, has reported that nearly 80% of landlords intend to increase their portfolios over the next twelve months, equating to 1.95 million invest...

New Section 21 Rules Now In Full Force

Let-Only Landlords Take Note!Again, this is really one that our Let-Only landlords need to give their full attention to as we have this covered for our Full-Management landlords; it's all part of the service. So Let-Only landlords, as of the 1st Octo...

For Our Let-Only Landlords - The Deregulation Act 2015 Revisited

As you'll know by now, we're keen to keep you up to date with any new regulations coming into effect which could have ramifications for our landlords. This latest one is really for our Let-Only landlords that resign tenancies themselves a...

Don't Be Caught Out By New HMO Licensing Rules

You may not be aware but in just three weeks there is to be a rather monumental change to the current HMO licensing rules.As it stands, a property with five or more tenants from separate households requires an HMO licence if it has three or more flo...

Leeds Universities In Top 10 Student BTL Hotspots

With students currently heading back to university, demand for student housing is still high, but where can buy-to-let landlords investing in the student property market achieve the highest yields?A new study highlighted on the Landlord Today webs...

Property Remains A Solid Long-Term Investment

A recent study by property investment platform British Pearl which analysed typical five-year investments made over the past half-century has found investors would have made money during the vast majority of investment periods. The study has also re...

Want to join our successful winning team as a Lettings Co-ordinator?

Want to join our successful winning team as a Lettings Co-ordinator? Want the opportunity to join our successful winning team? We are always interested in hearing from the best people in the market.

Buy To Let Of The Week - Hyde Park - Gross Yield 8%

Brand New 1 & 2 Bed Apartments To Rent In Headingley

We have just taken on these really fantastic 1 & 2 bedroom professional apartments to rent, located in Headingley, on the site of the lost Zoo & Botanical Gardens of Leeds. Yes, you read that correctly, Headingley once had a zoo & botan...

City Of Leeds Identified As A Property Investment Hotspot

According to an article on the Landlord Today website, recent research of the world's leading property markets by the property investment company IP Global has identified The Northern Powerhouse cities of Leeds, Manch...

We're Adding Even More Incredible Student Properties To Our Website

The Leeds Student Letting season is in full flow and we're letting properties like never before. As we're dedicated to finding you guys your perfect house we're also taking on new properties like never before. In fact, we have loads of them. All dif...

Student House Hunting On A Budget? Then Check These Out!

With the Student House Hunting season now in full swing we are receiving enquiries every single day from students looking for properties of all rents. We've sourced some very competitive 'bills included' packages also, so please do not hesitate to ...

The Awesome Mary Morris House Student Development Is Back!

Once again, we are incredibly excited about being given the opportunity to market this awesome student development in Headingley. That's right, Mary Morris House is back!So, what's so special about these apartments? Well, apart from:No DepositNo...

We've Just Added More Fantastic Student Properties To Our Website

Can you believe it's that time of the year again? The Student House Hunting Season seems to be underway with many Letting Agents releasing their full lists for 2018 - 2019 already. So, when in Rome... The viewings have been flowing and we've met so...

Fancy Earning Some Cash Around Your Studies?

We're fast approaching the busy student lettings season, with our prospective tenants gearing up for the 2018/2019 academic year. So we're on the ...

The Big Reveal 2018 - Student Property List Out Soon

We are only a couple of weeks away from releasing our Student Property List for the 2018 - 2019 Student House Hunting Season. Although we have had a h...

The Northern Powerhouse - Leeds Rents Set To Grow

I read a really great report recently called A Property Investor's Guide To The Northern Powerhouse written by RMP Property based in London. They had ...

House Price Index - South East Records Annual Fall

The Rightmove House Price Index was released this morning and gives a national picture of activity and house prices over the past few weeks. Here are...

Britain To Become A Nation Of 'Forever Renters'

A recent study by The Urban Collective has revealed that many young people in the UK are increasingly giving up hope of ever getting on the property l...

Important Changes To Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards - 1st April 2018

As from the 1st April 2018 there is to be a requirement for any properties rented out in the domestic private rented sector in England and Wales to ha...

House Price Index - Northern Markets Motoring Ahead

The Rightmove House Price Index was released to the media this week giving a national picture of housing activity over the last month. Here are a ...

Buy To Let Sector Still Going Strong

The Paragon Group of Companies has reported a strong performance in its new buy to let lending. For the first six months to the end of March this year...

Leeds Graduates To ‘First’ Tier For Investor Potential

Investing In Leeds? Research experts at high-end agency Savills say a total of £5.3 billion is expected to be invested in the student accommodation s...

North Leeds Residential Letting Update

As a landlord you can gain a wealth of knowledge and relevant stats from our Live Market Insights. One of those stats being just how popular the dema...

REDBRICK PROPERTIES MAKES THE SHORTLIST IN BIGGEST AWARDS FOR LETTING AGENTS

Redbrick Properties has once again been recognised for its outstanding customer service to its clients by the biggest award scheme in the UK residenti...

Looking For A Room In A Shared Student Apartment?

If you are looking for a room in a shared student property for the next academic year we have some great news! The lovely people at Mary Morris House ...

Are You A Typical Landlord?

New research from the Council of Mortgage Lenders has revealed significant insights about landlords' profile, motivations, and plans for the future. ...

Landlord Knowledge Survey Reveals Alarming Lack Of Awareness

The importance of letting agencies assisting landlords through the 'minefield' of the private rental sector has been highlighted in the findings...

We've Added More Fantastic Student Properties To Our Website

The Student Letting season is in full swing and we're letting properties like never before. And as we are dedicated to finding you guys your perfect ...

An Investor Calls - High Tenant Turnover

I had a landlord call to pick my brains a couple of years back. He was becoming a little despondent with his property portfolio as he seemed to be str...

Letting Agents Save Landlords On Average £1910.00 Per Year

The result of a new survey into 500 landlords carried out by insurance firm Endsleigh suggests widespread misconceptions among landlords about the va...

Time On Your Hands To Search For Your Next Student Home?

It's beginning to look a lot like Xmas. We've got Michael Bublé on vinyl and the Otley Run office parties seem to be ramping up to new levels with ...

We're Taking On More Quality Student Properties Each Week!

We've had another brilliant week at Redbrick Properties with some excellent landlords bringing us new properties to rent, lots and lots of viewings...

Check Out The Latest Leeds Student Properties On Our Website!

Since releasing more properties onto our website last week we've had an manic few days of viewings and lets. So much so that we have decided to rele...

Briggs House In Hyde Park - This Stunning Leeds Student Development Is Back!

One thing that sticks out about the new student development at Briggs House in Hyde Park is that you're not just renting an apartment, you're actual...

More Fantastic Leeds Student Properties Added To Our Website!

Can you believe it's that time of the year already? The Leeds student house hunting season seems to have kicked off with many Letting Agents advertis...

Mary Morris House - This Brand New Student Development Is Back!

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Student House Hunting Season Just Around The Corner

Can you believe it's that time of the year already? No sooner have we checked all of our tenants in, tackled all their maintenance and left them smil...

Our Hottest Student Properties Are 'Coming Soon'!

In the next few weeks, many of our hottest limited edition properties are going to hit the market - and we fully expect them to be signed with days ...

Redbrick Launch New Instant Online Yield Calculator

we've been working feverishly behind the scenes to improve our service to landlords. This week we have added an Instant Online Yield Calculator to ou...

What's On In Leeds? - The Left Bank Cider Festival 2016

"Where's the Left Bank?" I hear you ask. Well, it's rather conveniently located in Hyde Park about halfway down Cardigan Road, and it's quite an ...

Demand For Rental Properties Riding High

ARLA (Association of Residential Letting Agents) have recently released their August 2016 Private Rented Sector Report and the overall outlook is that...

We're Throwing Grace & Abi Out Of An Airplane!

For the last ten years we have been supporting Strongbones Children Charitable Trust and have raised a considerable amount of money for this fantastic...

What's On In Leeds? - Light Night 2016

Light Night 2016 Thursday 6 and Friday 7 October, 6 – 11pm As darkness falls, come and see the city in a new light…The 12th anniversary of Leeds

How To Avoid Losing Your Deposit

You can have the best relationship ever with your landlord during your tenancy, but come deposit return time it can all go horribly wrong, especially ...

Buy To Let Of The Week - Current Yield Of 10.7%

Every so often we use our expertise to search the local property market for good potential investments in Leeds, not only for new landlords looking to...

Redbrick Launch New Instant Online Rent Calculator

We've been doing a huge amount of work behind the scenes here at Redbrick Properties with the aim of distinguishing ourselves from the competition an...

Redbrick Share Local Market Insights

You might think we're crazy for hanging it all out there, but today we've just launched our LIVE marketing reports suite for landlords.

Fantastic Brand New Student Development In Hyde Park!

We are really rather excited about being given the opportunity to market a brand new student development in Hyde Park, a stone's throw away from the ...

Countdown To The Horsforth Walk Of Art

Mark Phillipson, Director of the event sponsors Redbrick Properties said, "Horsforth is an area that I am particularly passionate about. Having lived...

More Success For Redbrick Properties (Leeds) Ltd At Property Awards

Following on from a Gold Award at the Estate & Letting Agents Of The Year Awards 2016 (ESTAS 2016), Redbrick Properties have now enjoyed more indu...

Student Property Investors Far From Put Off By New Tax Rules

Despite the hammering buy-to-let landlords have been taking of late a new report has stated that over a third of property investors intend to increase...

We've Some Fantastic Student Summer Deals New On The Market!

To kick start what I believe is to be the Summer of all Summers (don't quote me on that) we have release a few rather fantastic 'Half Summer Rent' ...

Yorkshire Rental Growth Remains Steady

Homelet's April 2016 Edition of their Rental Index has been published and is showing a steady rise in rents in all regions of the UK except for the N...

Want to join our successful winning team as a Lettings Negotiator?

We are on the hunt for our next Lettings Negotiator to join us at our Headingley branch and help drive the company forward into the next stage of grow...

Redbrick Properties retain the Harrison Willis Cup

After winning last year's Harrison Willis Cup, Redbrick Properties returned to Leeds University Sports Centre yesterday to go on and retain the Cup, ...

Buy To Let Of The Week - Potential Yield Of 8.5%

This spacious 6 bed mid-terraced house is located in Hyde Park, a very popular student districts of Leeds, on the door-step of lots of fantastic shops...

Susan's Story - Bidding For Property From Overseas

In this latest blog from Susan, one of our portfolio landladies, we hear how she recently purchased her last property through a property auction, from...

Top Tax Issues for Buy to Let Landlords

Our tax specialist Rob Durrant-Walker, from Garbutt & Elliott is back with another important and interesting blog on tax issues facing buy-to-let ...

10,000 Facebook Likes!

It's been an excellent weekend for Redbrick Properties! Not only did we win a Gold Award for the Best Letting Agents In Yorkshire as voted by Tenants...

Redbrick Properties (Leeds) Ltd Win Gold At The ESTAS Awards 2016

Redbrick Properties (Leeds) Ltd have won a Gold Award for the Best Letting Agent In Yorkshire as voted by Tenants at The ESTAS, the most prestigious e...

An Investor Calls - High Risk v Low Risk Investments

We took a call from a potential investor last year who contacted us on a recommendation from one of our current landlords. He had money to invest but ...

New Energy Efficiency Regulations From 1st April 2016

Firstly, no this is not an April Fools' joke. It is simply ANOTHER regulation applicable to privately rented properties. Unfortunately it is about as...

Calling All Landlords and Property Investors!

We're giving you the chance of winning 'The Complete Guide To Property Investment' by best selling author Rob Dix.

We've Loads More Professional Properties To Rent In Leeds

We've lots of professional properties to rent in Leeds, adding more and more to the list each week, all with excellent landlords. Check out the list ...

Redbrick Properties Shortlisted In The ESTAS 2016 Awards.

As an award winning letting agent in Leeds we have again been shortlisted for Best Letting Agent (as rated by Landlords) AND Best Letting Agent (as ra...

Quick Guide To New Stamp Duty Charges

Landlords are soon to be hit with new stamp duty costs from April 1st 2016 when an additional 3% stamp duty charge is to be introduced. This increase,...

Is Burley Bouncing Back?

An area guide for Burley, Leeds. Home to some fantastic Leeds restaurants, shops and bars. Offering a variety of professional and student properties i...

The Student House Hunting Season Is Officially Here!

The viewing enquiries are flooding in and the phones are ringing off the hook, which can only mean one thing, that the Leeds student house hunting sea...

Looking For Something A Little Special?

Our Limited Edition Range is a dedication to representing those properties which stand a cut above the rest. Many of these properties have been let bu...

We've Just Added Even More Fantastic Student Properties To Our Website

Xmas is over and New Year's Eve is nothing but a distant headache. And now it's back to business. The business of finding you guys a perfect student...

5 Excellent Energy Saving Tips To Keep Your Bills Down

Don’t dread the colder months. See how these tips could help you make your home warmer this winter. You could soon be sitting comfortably all year r...

Exciting New Development For An Exciting New Year!

We are really rather excited about being given the opportunity to market a brand new student development in Headingley, in the new year. We cannot giv...

Buy To Let Of The Week - Gross Yield 9.5%

Every so often we use our expertise to search the local property market for good potential investments, not only for new landlords looking to dive int...

Time On Your Hands To Find Your Next Student Property?

It's beginning to look a lot like Xmas. Michael Bublé is blasting through the speakers and I've lost count of how many inebriated elves that have ...

We're Taking On More Fantastic Student Properties Each Week!

Redbrick Properties have taken on some more fantastic student houses in Leeds. Check them out here:

Check Out This Week's Release Of Student Properties On Our Website!

Well, since releasing more properties onto our website last week we had an insane few days of viewings and lets. So much so that we have decided to re...

We've Just Added More Fantastic Student Properties To Our Website.

Can you believe it's that time of the year again? The Student House Hunting Season seems to be in full swing with many Letting Agents releasing their...

Limited Edition 6 Bed Student House In Headingley Coming Soon!

If you are looking for a huge house in a cracking Headingley location, with an exceptional landlord (just ask his tenants) then look no further. Locat...

Limited Edition 6 Bed Student House In Hyde Park Coming Soon!

It's a win, win, win with this property. Fantastic location - Refurbished to an incredible standard - And according to his tenants, an amazing landlo...

Earn Some Flexible Cash Around Your Studies

We're on the lookout for temporary lettings negotiators to help us navigate through November, December and January.

Stunning 6 Bed in Headingley Coming Soon

St Michaels Lane in Headingley is a desirable location - match that with a lovingly refurbished interior and a large garden.

The Cost of Not Using a Letting Agent

Many of the landlords we speak to are concerned about using the property management services of a property management company, but have you considered...

Our Hottest Properties are Coming Soon - Get them before they're gone!

Grab one of our hottest properties as soon as it hits the market.

New Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Alarm Regulations Update 2015

as of the 1st October 2015 new regulations were introduced in England that require both smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms to be installed in ren...

Fantastic Opportunity To Join Redbrick's Team As A Lettings Co-ordinator

Want the opportunity to join our successful winning team? We are always interested in hearing from the best people in the market. Redbrick Properties ...

How To Rent A Property (Updated Dec 2020)

Unbeknown to many, since June 2014 there has been an incredibly informative guide circulated by The Department for Communities and Local Government ...

New Rules - The Section 21 & Retaliatory Eviction

As of October 1st, the Government introduced a load of new legislation relating to Landlord's legal responsibilities of which one of those is changes...

Buy-To-Let Of The Week - Potential Yield Of 10%

Every so often we use our expertise to search the local Leeds property market for good potential investments, not only for new landlords looking to di...

Come Join Us On Facebook!

Our Redbrick Properties (Leeds) Ltd Facebook Page Has Over 9300 Likes And Is Steadily Building A Fan-base Of Tenants & Landlords Interested In What We...

Buy-To-Let Of The Week - Potential Yield Of 10%

Every so often we use our expertise to search the local Leeds property market for good potential investments, not only for new landlords looking to di...

Introducing Jess Simmons, Our New Lettings Administrator.

Please join us in welcoming Jess Simmons who has recently joined our award winning Redbrick Properties team, as a Lettings Administrator.

The Search for our Next Lettings Negotiator

Redbrick Properties have commenced the search for the next member of our winning team - a new Lettings Negotiator to drive the company forward into th...

Redbrick Sponsor 'Walk of Art' in Horsforth!

Redbrick Properties are proud to announce our sponsorship of the inaugural ‘Walk of Art’ Festival – kicking off on Saturday 4th July 2015.

We Are Recruiting!

Redbrick Properties (Leeds) Ltd are looking for a couple of individuals to carry out property inspections and tenant check-ins on Tuesday the 30th Jun...

Buy-To-Let Of The Week - 16/06/15 - Potential Yield Of 9%

Each week we search the local property market for good potential investments, not only for new landlords looking to dive into the residential property...

Landlords Insurance – Why Bother?

Landlords Insurance – what is it? Quite simply, it’s insurance that gives specific protection for rental properties. This could also include ho...

Interested in Joining our Successful Winning Team?

Want the opportunity to join our successful winning team? we are always interested in hearing from the best people in the market. At Redbrick Properti...

Richard's Story - A Buy-To-Let Landlord

In 2013 I started looking for a buy-to-let property in North Leeds, initially looking at Roundhay and Chapel Allerton postcodes as these are the areas...

Properties with the WOW Factor - Limited Edition Range Launched!

A new era and direction for Redbrick Properties - as the go-to letting agents in Leeds for properties with the WOW factor.

4 Important Tax Issues For Non-Resident Landlords

If you are a non-resident landlord, you will have some particular tax issues to consider for your UK letting properties. Here are the top 4 current is...

Redbrick's 10 Hottest Properties

A feature we've recently added has been causing a stir amongst our team, so we've decided to share it with you. View our hottest 10 properties!

Susan's Story - An Overseas Landlady

We are overseas landlords and have been living in the USA. Our portfolio of properties is located in Leeds and Redbrick Properties provide excellent...

Redbrick Properties Win Gold Award at the ESTAS 2015

Redbrick Properties (Leeds) Ltd wins the Gold Award for Best Letting Agent In Yorkshire & The Humber at The ESTAS 2015, the most prestigious estate & ...

Redbrick Properties go all the way in the Harrison Willis Cup!

After finishing runners up last year in the Harrison Willis Cup, Redbrick Properties returned to Leeds University Sports Centre yesterday to go one be...

Buy-To-Let Of The Week - 10/04/15 - Potential Yield Of 10%

This week's Buy-To-Let is a 4 bed property located in Hyde Park on the market at £145,000 with a potential yield of 10% when fully let. A great prop...

Buy-To-Let Of The Week - 02/04/15 - Potential Yield Of 10.7%

Buy-To-Let of the week. This rather impressive 8 bed end terraced property is located in the heart of Headingley, Leeds in the popular student distric...

Landlord News Section Revamped

We've revamped our Landlord News Section - as a place to offer informative, content-rich articles and market insights to the landlords of Leeds.

Thinking Of Becoming A Leeds Landlord?

Future Leeds Landlord? Have you ever thought buying an investment property in Leeds is out of reach? Well, with the banks rediscovering their confi...

REDBRICK PROPERTIES MAKE THE SHORTLIST FOR THIS YEARS’ ESTAS AWARDS.

Redbrick Properties has been recognised for its outstanding customer service to its clients by the largest and longest running award scheme in the UK ...

9 Great Tips For Successfully Letting A Property

Maximise Rent, Let Your Property Quickly, Find Good Tenants

Redbrick Properties (Leeds) Ltd Launch New Improved Website

UK landlords report lowest void periods in 2014

According to the latest sector survey, UK landlords experienced a fall in the average void period in 2014. The fourth quarter of the year saw the low...

Much More Choice With Redbrick Properties

A landlord coming on-board with Redbrick Properties will discover much more flexibility as we’ve expanded our range of services.

Redbrick Properties Win Recognition At Industry Awards For The 3rd Year Running

Redbrick Properties have once again won industry recognition, for the third year running, this time at the Sunday Times Letting Agency Of The Year.

New Letting Service For Our Landlords!

Have you ever had to take property maintenance calls from your tenants whilst you're sat by the pool on holiday? Help is at hand.

What Do Tenants Look for in a Rental Property?

We’ve decided to share some of the insights we’ve into exactly what a prospective rental tenant is looking for in a property in our area.

Redbrick Runners Up at Cup Final

After a thrilling season, Redbrick Properties were defeated 7-4 by Squire Saunders in the Harrison Willis Cup Final match.

Reasons for Change

If you are dissatisfied with the service of your current Letting Agent, and feel it’s time for a change, then now is the time.

7 Essential Steps Prior To Renting Your Property

If you are a landlord looking to put your property on the rental market, you may find this step-by-step list helpful.

Leave Leeds Tidy

As a champion of the campaign, Redbrick are working to ensure that our community is a clean place that can be enjoyed by everyone.

Fast Broadband Vital to Property Value

A recent market insight posted on the Guardian website about homebuyers, has some interesting implications for investing in property.

Finding the Perfect Student House

Being Nosey isn’t always a bad thing - the people who know the house best are the current tenants, so don’t be afraid to ask them!

Keeping your House Warm without Breaking the Bank

We all know what winter means, cold and that mean’s sticking the heating on unless you want to shiver away under a duvet not leaving your bed.

Second Award in As Many Years

Redbrick Properties have once again won a Silver trophy in the ESTAS 2013 Letting Awards for Best Letting Agent in Yorkshire & Humber.

Redbrick Celebrates 10th Anniversary

Redbrick Properties have reached a noticeable milestone as we are celebrating our 10th anniversary. We formed Redbrick Properties a decade ago!

Quality Student Accommodation in Leeds

Although student accommodation in Leeds is moving fast here at Redbrick Properties we still have a large selection of student accommodation to let.

Redbrick Director Goes the Extra Mile

A Massive Congratulations to Mark for completing his first ever marathon (Kielder, Northumberland) in early October.

Redbrick Sponsorship Continues for a Second Season

Wortley Football Club are continually striving to develop both their girls and boys junior sections over the coming seasons.

Low interest rates, booming rents and sliding house prices - a landlords dream

A slew of cut-price mortgage deals is tempting many to take the plunge into the market. But further house price falls could hammer unwary investors.

Professional landlords expect to buy more homes to rent

The average professional landlord has increased property holdings by one to 14 over the past three months.

We Won Silver!

Redbrick Properties have earned the status of No.1 Letting Agent in Leeds as well as Yorkshire & Humber No.1 Independent Letting Agent.

Redbrick Properties have been shortlisted for the Estate & Letting Agent Awards 2012

The Estate & Letting Agent Awards, better known as the ESTAS, have announced their shortlist for 2012, and guess what, WE'VE BEEN SHORTLISTED!