Enter your property details and this tool will write a rental listing description you can copy and post to Rightmove, Zoopla, or any other platform. Edit the generated text before publishing.
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How to use this tool
- Enter the property type, number of bedrooms, and location.
- Fill in the tenancy terms: rent, deposit, available date, and furnished status.
- Select the features that apply to the property.
- Click Generate listing. The tool will produce a draft description you can edit and copy.
Understanding your results
The generated text is a starting point, not a finished listing. Edit it to add any details specific to the property that are not covered by the form. Remove anything that does not apply. Most letting platforms have a character or word limit — check this before copying.
Describe only what the property actually has. Listing features the property does not have is a misrepresentation and can lead to disputes or complaints from prospective tenants.
Legal context
Rental listings in England must comply with the Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008. A listing that makes a false statement of fact — for example, describing a property as having central heating when it does not — may constitute a misleading commercial practice. From June 2025, the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024 also applies stricter requirements on material information in property listings. The Renters’ Rights Act 2025, in force from 1 May 2026, restricts landlords from marketing a property to multiple tenants simultaneously once an offer has been accepted in principle.
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Frequently asked questions
What information must a UK rental listing include by law?
Landlords and agents advertising a residential property in England must include the council tax band, the EPC rating, the deposit amount, and any conditions attached to a holding deposit. The Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008 also requires that all material information affecting a tenant’ decision is disclosed. Rightmove and Zoopla enforce these as listing requirements.
What are Rightmove’ listing requirements for rental properties?
Since May 2022, Rightmove requires agents to include the property’ council tax band, deposit amount, and EPC rating as mandatory fields. Listings without these fields may be rejected or marked as incomplete. Rightmove also requires a minimum of one photograph and a full address or postcode.
What types of photos increase enquiry rates on rental listings?
Natural light photography of the main living areas, kitchen, and bathroom drives the highest enquiry rates. Rightmove’ own research has shown that listings with seven or more photos receive significantly more leads than those with fewer. An outdoor shot and a floor plan are both strong additions. Avoid using photos from a previous tenancy that do not reflect the current condition.
How do I describe the location of a rental property accurately?
Use factual distances and journey times rather than vague terms like “close to” or “convenient for”. For example: “0.3 miles from Brixton Underground station (Victoria line, Zone 2), 8 minutes on foot.” State the TfL zone explicitly if relevant. Avoid describing an area as something it is not, as this can result in complaints under the Consumer Protection from Unfair Trading Regulations 2008.
When should I mention the TfL zone in a listing?
Always include the TfL zone for properties in Greater London, as it directly affects commute cost and journey time estimates. Zone boundaries affect annual Travelcard prices by hundreds of pounds. For properties near zone boundaries, state the nearest station and its zone clearly rather than referencing the borough name alone.
What language is prohibited in rental listings under the Equality Act 2010?
The Equality Act 2010 prohibits discrimination based on age, disability, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation. Listings must not include phrases such as “no DSS” (targeting Housing Benefit claimants), “professionals only”, or any language that excludes a protected group. Shelter and the EHRC have published guidance on compliant listing language.
Can I advertise a deposit above the legal cap?
No. Under the Tenant Fees Act 2019, the security deposit for most assured shorthold tenancies in England is capped at five weeks’ rent where annual rent is below £50,000. Advertising a higher deposit is a prohibited payment. Any deposit received above this limit must be returned to the tenant and the landlord cannot enforce the tenancy until it is.
What fees are prohibited under the Tenant Fees Act 2019?
The Tenant Fees Act 2019 bans landlords and agents from charging tenants for referencing, credit checks, inventory, admin, check-in, or professional cleaning (unless restoring the property to its check-in condition). A listing must not mention or imply any such fee as a condition of application or occupation. Permitted payments are rent, deposit (within the cap), holding deposit (one week’ rent), and certain default fees.
Does an EPC reference have to appear in the listing?
Yes. The Energy Performance of Buildings (England and Wales) Regulations 2012 require that the EPC rating is stated in any commercial property advertisement, including online listings. Rightmove and Zoopla enforce this as a mandatory field. The full EPC certificate must be provided to a prospective tenant before they sign the tenancy agreement.
What is a holding deposit and what conditions apply to it?
A holding deposit is a payment made by a prospective tenant to reserve a property while referencing is completed. Under the Tenant Fees Act 2019, it is capped at one week’ rent. The landlord or agent must repay it within 15 days unless the tenant provides false information, fails a right to rent check, withdraws, or fails to take reasonable steps to enter the tenancy. All conditions must be stated upfront in writing.