Business Details
Award-Winning Letting Agents in Scotland
At 1Let, we are redefining property management across Scotland through a commitment to personal service, innovation, and transparency. Established to address the evolving needs of both landlords and tenants, our approach prioritises building lasting relationships over transactional interactions. With a dedicated team of Property Managers, we ensure landlords experience peace of mind while tenants find homes that are safe, well-maintained, and welcoming. Our expertise spans property marketing, tenant vetting, compliance management, and maintenance coordination, supported by a 24/7 online portal for landlords. Recognised as multi-award-winning letting agents, we serve clients throughout Scotland from our Edinburgh base, combining local market knowledge with industry-leading practices. Our rigorous tenant-matching process guarantees reliable occupants who respect properties, while regular property inspections and photographic reports provide landlords with ongoing assurance. By maintaining proactive communication and transparent fee structures, we uphold our reputation as a trusted partner in property management, evidenced by consistently positive tenant and landlord testimonials.
Services
Property Management
Tenant Placement
Landlord Services
Property Sourcing
Investment Advice
Served areas
- Edinbugh EH1 - EH50
Highlights and features
- We provide dedicated Property Managers for personalised service
- Our 24/7 online portal ensures landlord transparency and control
- Proactive compliance management with regular property inspections
- Rigorous tenant vetting process for reliable, respectful occupants
- Award-winning expertise in Edinburgh's residential property market
Associations and certifications
- Client Money Protection Certificate
What people say
Exceptional service
Highly recommend
Stress-free process
Proactive communication
Swift resolution
Services
Property Management
Our comprehensive property management service ensures landlords maintain compliant, well-maintained properties while tenants enjoy comfortable living conditions. We handle maintenance coordination, regular inspections with photographic reports, and compliance documentation updates. Dedicated Property Managers provide ongoing support for both landlords and tenants.
Tenant Placement
We implement a rigorous tenant vetting process to secure reliable occupants who respect properties. Our service includes reference checks, affordability assessments, and matching tenants to suitable properties based on detailed criteria. This reduces void periods and ensures long-term tenancies.
Landlord Services
Landlords receive 24/7 access to an online portal for property management updates, financial statements, and communication. We provide compliance guidance, market performance reports, and proactive advice to help property owners maximise returns while meeting legal requirements.
Property Sourcing
Our property sourcing service identifies investment opportunities that meet specific yield and growth criteria. We analyse rental yields, tenant demand, compliance requirements, and future resale potential to help investors make informed decisions about Edinburgh's residential market.
Investment Advice
We offer free property investment consultations covering market analysis, rental yield projections, and portfolio expansion strategies. Our experts help investors balance immediate returns with long-term growth while navigating Edinburgh's evolving property landscape.
People
Katharine
Property Manager
With 20 years' experience at 1Let, Katharine specialises in property compliance and tenant relations. Her expertise ensures landlords meet legal requirements while maintaining positive tenant interactions through regular property inspections and clear communication.
Rosalind
Property Manager
Rosalind manages tenant and landlord communications, excelling in coordinating repairs and common maintenance projects. Her proactive approach ensures swift resolution of property issues while maintaining excellent tenant satisfaction ratings across multiple tenement properties.
Zefron
Lettings Consultant
Zefron handles property viewings and tenant applications with exceptional communication skills. His market knowledge helps clients find suitable properties quickly, supported by detailed guidance throughout the letting process for both tenants and landlords.
Ken
Client Liaison
Ken serves as primary contact for landlord inquiries, providing informal consultations about property management. His extensive local market knowledge helps landlords understand investment opportunities and service benefits through face-to-face meetings and detailed advice.
Questions
What areas do 1Let cover for property management?
We operate throughout Scotland with our Edinburgh base managing properties in Edinburgh, East Lothian, and surrounding regions.
How does 1Let handle property maintenance requests?
Tenants can report issues online with our dedicated Property Managers coordinating swift resolution of maintenance concerns.
What makes 1Let different from other letting agents?
Our dedicated Property Managers, 24/7 landlord portal, and rigorous tenant vetting process ensure superior service quality and tenant satisfaction.
Can overseas landlords use 1Let's services?
Yes, we support international property investors with local management services including property sourcing and compliance management.
How does 1Let ensure property compliance?
We provide regular property inspections, photographic reports, and proactive compliance updates to ensure all legal requirements are met.
Reviews (21)
Tariq Oakman
Jun 04, 2022
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We were moving from London to Edinburgh which made viewings difficult but from the outset, Ken showed real understanding for our situation and did all he could to make the process as smooth as possible. After moving in, our property managers Kim and Beata were always on hand to deal with any maintenance issues we had. No arguing, just positive, customer focused responses with repairs carried out promptly at no charge to us. Having rented through agencies before it was a pleasant surprise to deal with one that actually cares about their customers. Highly recommended.
Maz McCulloch
May 25, 2022
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I was with 1Let for a year and was really happy with the service. Flat itself was lovely and was rented in a very good condition. Kim our property manager was always really friendly and resolved any maintenance issues quickly. We had a complicated roofing issue but Kim was always really receptive to giving us updates on the situation until it was resolved. When I moved out, Scott and Kim were really helpful in giving me clear information about doing an inconsistent move out (one tenant leaves one stays) which was much appreciated as it was a stressful time! Thank you~
Forouzan Jahanbin
May 10, 2022
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I rented a flat through 1 Let and the service I received was 5 star. Members of staff are very professional, friendly and helpful. They supported us throughout the whole process, including providing us with information on extra services. If I need to rent a place again in the future, 1 Let would be my first choice.
Megan Cassells
Apr 16, 2022
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My partner and I had great service with 1let, we rented through them for a year and our property manager was Kim Reid. Communication was good and prompt and any issues that arose (though there weren't many!) were dealt with in a timely, professional and efficient manner by Kim. She made moving out such a breeze as well and kept us well informed and updated throughout! Wouldn't hesitate to rent with them again if we're ever back in the area!
G. Atkins
Apr 13, 2022
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A dishonest and deceptive company. They most certainly don't put tenants first. Staff members are lazy and ignorant, in particular Kim and Beata, never delivering on their promises, even when stated on email. No extractor fan in the bathroom in our property, then we were billed for anti mould paint and blamed for not notifying them that there was no extractor fan - even though safe deposits (also a terrible biased company) themselves recommend an extractor fan being present.
Flat itself overall, was tired and grubby - mattress was in a sorry state and the sofa worn out with stains before we moved in - then when we left, we were billed for the cleaning of both. Completely dishonest, money grabbers. They let us the property with a garage included, yet when we moved in we didn't have access to the garage for over 6 weeks. When we demanded a rebate due to the lack of garage, they tried to fob us off and blame covid. They only coughed up once we threatened legal action. Absolute cowboys. Avoid this company at all costs.
Flat itself overall, was tired and grubby - mattress was in a sorry state and the sofa worn out with stains before we moved in - then when we left, we were billed for the cleaning of both. Completely dishonest, money grabbers. They let us the property with a garage included, yet when we moved in we didn't have access to the garage for over 6 weeks. When we demanded a rebate due to the lack of garage, they tried to fob us off and blame covid. They only coughed up once we threatened legal action. Absolute cowboys. Avoid this company at all costs.
Cecilie Dohm
Apr 04, 2022
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Best letting agency in all of Edinburgh, hands down! We rented from 1Let for two years, and the service and support we received from them has been absolutely outstanding. I have rented from a few different agencies in the past, but no other agency has come close to reaching the professionalism of 1Let. Whenever we had an issue, such as a broken washing machine or a sketchy boiler, the team at 1Let dealt with it extremely quickly and there was never any hassle. Particular thanks to Ken and Kim, who have always been super nice and who made us feel like we were in very safe hands. In conclusion: we cannot recommend 1Let enough!
A. Ka
Apr 03, 2022
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Great experience with this agency recently while looking for a pet-friendly rental in Edinburgh. Tina was very accommodating and it all went smoothly, including signing the contract. I would definitely recommend them.
Ilaria Rucco
Jan 22, 2022
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There are no words to describe the great experience that I had with 1Let Agency! They have always been kind, available to sort out any kind of issue, and very quick in answering to all the questions. In particular I would like to mention and thank Kim and Beata for their professionalism. If you want to rent very nice flats, or if you are a landlord, please choose 1Let and you will be relaxed and surely satisfied!
Iva Doncheva-Noyce
Jan 17, 2022
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I have rented twice from 1Let and both times I was delighted of the team's professionalism, quick and efficient responses and quality service and processes. They were always very tentative to our needs as tenants, trying to accommodate our requests, make us feel comfortable and happy. We are already missing relying on them and if we move again, this is going to be the first agency to look at!
Maximinomezzapittorr
Jan 02, 2022
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Absolutely brilliant service from 1let, and a special thanks to Scott Melvin! Thanks to prompt and clear communication he has been able to assist with a replacement of a faulty fridge, just a few days before Christmas! Really impressed, absolutely recommended!
Ror Preston
Dec 20, 2021
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My experience of 1Let so far as a landlord has been superb, and a particular thanks to Ken Bell, who has been brilliant. They've been extremely prompt getting back to me, always clear in letting me know what's going on, and just obviously highly competent. Their maintenance man even hung around for about an extra hour and a half to take late delivery of a fridge-freezer to the property (thank you Richard!). Impressed, and highly recommended on all fronts!
Sally P.
Nov 13, 2021
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Best property management agency in Edinburgh! Rented for 2 years and all property managers were prompt to reply, repairs were fixed quickly, departure process was easy. I hope to rent from them again in the future!
Chan Hong
Oct 01, 2021
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It is a very good experience with 1Let and they helped me to have a good start of my life in Edinburgh.
Cetin Ozdemir
Sep 24, 2021
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Great service! Even though I just arrived in Edinburgh, I had talked to many agents and can easily say that 1LET was the only one that actually care. A fast and smooth process was provided for the flat search. A special thanks to Tina.
Thomas Frost
Aug 27, 2021
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Generally, like a lot of tenants, my experiences of letting agencies have rarely been positive. However, 1Let were excellent for the the year I was with them - very quick to communicate, rapidly attending to any issues in the property, and I was never made to feel like I was just another 'asset' in someone's portfolio! Would happily recommend highly.
Amber Strachan
Aug 20, 2021
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Was a tenant with them for 9 months and were efficient and helpful thought my time there. After not being a tenant with them for a year and a half they still kindly provided a reference for me and with a very quick response.
Maria Kousantaki
Mar 27, 2021
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Had an amazing experience with the agency! Everything went super well, fast and smoothly. Especially Tina, the kind lady we were talking to throughout the whole process, was very helpful, responsive and friendly to our needs. Definitely recommend them for letting property, they make the already stressful process of moving very easy and quick. Very reliable!
Andrew B.
We have been clients of 1LET for over a year. We had been with another Edinburgh-based agency for over 10 years, but moved to 1LET seeking a more appropriate balance between the needs of ourselves as landlords as those of the tenants. 1LET have struck just the right balance and provide confidence that our home is being taken care of in a professional manner. Their communication, both personal and on the bigger picture of what is happening in the rental sector, has been excellent. Responses to requests or queries have been prompt and efficient within a service that manages to provide a personal touch. They have provided good guidance throughout and have earned our trust. We recommend 1LET highly
Matt A.
An excellent company to lease from. Any issues had quickly sorted out either with a phone call or email and instant reply/problem fixed. Very fair and understanding. Would definately recommend! Have now leased 2 different properties from them, and always found both Ken and 1let as a whole to be excellent and extremely helpful.
Diana
When I first considered using an agency to let our flat I was a bit aprehensive and unsure. After my first meeting with Ken Bell I knew it was the right choice. He is really friendly and personable and instills complete confidence in you that 1let do a superb job. I have to say I agree 100%. We got in touch with 1let in December and our flat was rented in less than a month -fantastic! Beata is also fantastic to liase with about our flat.
She deals with any email correspondance required on the running of our flat and always replies really quickly and deals promptly and effectively with anything needing dealt with. She liases with both the tenants and myself and seems to do a fabulous job making everyone happy. Thank you! Best decision we could have made and worth every penny of the 12% commission. If you are considering using an agency I have no hesitation reccomending this one.
She deals with any email correspondance required on the running of our flat and always replies really quickly and deals promptly and effectively with anything needing dealt with. She liases with both the tenants and myself and seems to do a fabulous job making everyone happy. Thank you! Best decision we could have made and worth every penny of the 12% commission. If you are considering using an agency I have no hesitation reccomending this one.
Gemma Lessells
I couldn't be happier with 1let. Moved into a property last month and any wee problem has been sorted super quickly. Great efficient, friendly, helpful staff. Can't recommend highly enough!