With the brilliant network of transport routes available, Kensington attracts families and international tenants who want a quick journey into Central London for shopping and cultural activities. Here are five top tips for letting a property in Kensington.

1. Research the market, compare your property with others, and take advice from your agent on the price you can realistically achieve. Your property should be attractive and well-priced compared with its competitors so that it stands out in the minds of prospective tenants when they are viewing and looking more closely at the details.

2. Keep properties clean and dressed for viewings – it’s a basic point, but first impressions will always count. Also, if your property lacks storage, add it where you can. Adequate storage can be a deal-breaker for potential tenants and having it will always add to the list of positives.

3. Create a warm welcome. In colder months consider setting the heating to come on for a short time before a viewing – it can make a huge difference to how welcoming a house or flat feels.

4. Kensington has some wonderfully grand first and second-floor apartments, but their magnificent high ceilings can make changing a light bulb difficult. Nonetheless, it's crucial to replace any dead bulbs before viewings – consider paying a contractor to do this for you.

5. Holland Park and Kensington Gardens are on the doorstep, so in winter months consider having photos of these beautifully green spaces on display so that any potential tenants can fully appreciate them. Also, there is a growing trend for tenants to have at least one pet, so if you’re hoping to attract a tenant quickly, it’s best to keep an open mind about animals.

Further information

For more information on letting your property see Landlords Step-by-Step Guide

Contact the Savills Kensington office for more details.