How to apply for privately rented accommodation
Homes for rent are sometimes advertised in shop windows or on notice boards, and you could put an ‘accommodation wanted’ card up on one of these yourself. You could look in local newspapers or use social media to find house/flat share opportunities. You could also ask your friends, family and colleagues if they have a spare room available. We can advise them on rent and any impact this may have on tax or benefits.
Useful accommodation websites include:
These websites allow you to search for a home based on the area, type of property and amount of rent you can afford. If you do not have access to the internet, you could go to your local library to use the internet facilities.