6 Tenants for Every Rental Property – Why Our Listings in Edinburgh Move Fast

New figures from Propertymark confirm what we’re seeing every week here at The Property Experts in Edinburgh: rental demand continues to significantly outpace supply — with an average of six applicants vying for every available property nationally and much higher here in Edinburgh.

Propertymark's June market report shows that although there was a slight drop in the number of new tenants registering (down to 57 per branch), the number of homes available to rent fell even further — averaging just 9.75 properties per branch. That equates to 6 serious applicants per listing, all competing to secure a home in a market that remains fiercely competitive.

But here’s the difference: our listings often receive offers within the first week of going live. Why? Because we don’t just list properties — we launch them.

🏡 Our Lettings Move Fast — And It’s No Accident

At The Property Experts, we’ve built our approach around maximising exposure and responding fast, with:

• Professional photography & standout listings on all major portals

• Social media campaigns targeted to local and relocating tenants

• A growing database of pre-qualified renters ready to move

• Evening and weekend availability to book viewings without delay

This is exactly why many of our Edinburgh rental properties go under offer within days, often with multiple high-quality applicants to choose from.

📈 High Demand, Low Supply — A Landlord’s Market

Nathan Emerson, Chief Executive of Propertymark, summed up the national trend well:

This supply shortage isn’t just a headline — it’s something landlords in Edinburgh are experiencing firsthand. And with fewer people moving due to lack of choice, it’s never been more important to have a letting agency that works quickly, efficiently, and with zero downtime.

📆 Available When Tenants Are Looking — Not Just 9 to 5

While many traditional agents close at 5pm and switch off over the weekend, we stay open and responsive:

✅ 7 days a week availability ✅ Evening viewing slots ✅ Real-time response to enquiries ✅ Hands-on support from instruction to move-in

In a market where timing is everything, our agility gives our landlords a real edge.

🧑‍💼 Supporting Edinburgh’s Landlords

Phil Spencer, from Move iQ, also stressed the need to support private landlords and encourage new investment. We agree — and we’re doing our part by making the letting process smoother, faster, and more profitable for our landlords in Edinburgh, South Queensferry, and Linlithgow.

If you’re a landlord in Edinburgh looking to reduce void periods and secure reliable tenants quickly, get in touch. 

At The Property Experts, we don't just put your property on the market — we put it in front of the right people and help it let fast.

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