Properties to Let in Southend-on-Sea

Are you searching for suitable properties to let in Southend-on-Sea? At Hair & Son, we’re proud to be one of the leading letting agents in the city, helping tenants find high-quality rental homes that meet their lifestyle and budget. 

From spacious family homes in popular residential areas to modern apartments close to the seafront, our experienced lettings team can help you find the perfect place to live in Southend.

Why Rent a Property in Southend-on-Sea?

Southend-on-Sea has long been a popular area to rent property, with its attractive coastal location, excellent transport links, and wide range of amenities making it appealing to a broad mix of tenants. Residents can enjoy a wealth of activities, from exploring beaches and parks to visiting shopping centres, restaurants, and cinemas, ensuring there’s always something to do in the city.

Southend-on-Sea is also well-connected, with regular rail services into central London making it a popular choice for commuters. The area also benefits from a range of well-regarded schools, healthcare services, and employment opportunities, making it ideal for a wide variety of tenants.

Flats to Rent in Southend

There’s a strong demand for flats to rent in Southend, particularly amongst young professionals and couples. Our letting agents can help you find the latest flats to rent, whether you’re seeking a modern apartment close to the town centre, a sea-view flat along the seafront, or a character property within a converted period building. Many properties benefit from convenient access to transport links, local shops, and amenities, making them suitable for a range of lifestyles.

Houses to Rent in Southend

For those seeking more space, there are many houses to rent in Southend. From charming, terraced homes and semi-detached properties to larger detached family houses in sought-after residential neighbourhoods, there’s a wide range of options to suit different needs and budgets.

Areas such as Leigh-on-Sea, Thorpe Bay, Shoeburyness, and Eastwood are particularly popular with families due to their strong community feel, access to good schools, and nearby green spaces. Renting a house in Southend provides the opportunity to enjoy coastal living whilst benefiting from larger living areas, gardens, and family-friendly surroundings.

Finding the Right Rental Property

The Southend rental market can be highly competitive, with both flats and houses attracting strong interest from the moment they’re listed. Working with a trusted local letting agent can help you stay up to date with the latest properties to let in the city, increasing your chances of securing the right home quickly.

At Hair & Son, we’re dedicated to helping tenants find the right rental home, offering support throughout the entire process from initial enquiry through to move-in. Get in touch today to explore suitable properties to rent in Southend-on-Sea.

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190 London Road Southend-on-Sea Essex SS1 1PJ

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HARRY STEPHENS

Sales Negotiator

DARYL GARNER

Sales Administrator

HAYLEY COOMBES

Sales Negotiator & Progressor

ADRIAN BARTLETT

Sales Consultant

190 London Road Southend-on-Sea Essex SS1 1PJ

T 01702 341 177

OLIVIA DEDMAN

FARLA

Lettings Manager

JENNIFER STONE

Residential Lettings Accounts Manager

MORGAN FORTUNE

Lettings Negotiator and Property Manager

JULIE BLACKWELL

Property Manager

NICOLE HART

Property Manager

Elizabeth Carter

Property Manager

186 London Road, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS1 1PJ

T 01702 43 22 55

DIANE TAIT

Associate Partner

HAYDEN HARLE

Commercial Property Consultant

JOHN ALLISON

Trainee Commercial Property Manager

LIZ PENNEY

Commercial Property Administrator

186 London Road Southend-on-Sea Essex SS1 1PJ

T 01702 43 22 55

PAUL CUTMORE

Auction Manager

LAURENCE COX

BSc (Hons) MRICS

Partner

ELIZABETH COLBY

Auction Assistant

David Brandajs

BSc (Hons) MRICS

Auctioneer

186 London Road Southend-on-Sea Essex SS1 1PJ

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Marie Corbyn

MTPI AssocRICS

Head of Leasehold Property Management

Kay Gregory

Leasehold Property Manager

Rob Lintern

Leasehold Property Manager

Peter Walsh

Leasehold Property Manager

Chelsea Anderson

Service Charge Manager

Katie Potter

Leasehold Property Administrator

Amy Lane

Leasehold Property Administrator

Jordan Owolabi

Leasehold Property Manager

LUKE BIRD

Management Surveyor

Dean Connor

ATPI

Senior Leasehold Property Manager

6 High Street, Rayleigh, Essex, SS6 7EG

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200 London Road, Southend-on-Sea, Essex, SS1 1PJ

T 01702 39 49 59

LAURENCE COX

BSc (Hons) MRICS

Partner

DAVID BRANDAJS

BSc (Hons) MRICS

Commercial Property Surveyor

Charlie Cox

MSc, BEng (Hons)

Building Surveyor

Melanie Sounes

Survey Administrator

Helen Cosford

Survey Administrator