Your Local & Trusted Letting Agency for Oxford & Oxfordshire
SLS Residential is a personal, trusted and reliable letting agency for landlords with properties in Oxford and Oxfordshire.
Whether you’re just dipping your toes into the residential letting business for the first time or are a seasoned landlord with a large property portfolio, you can trust that your property, tenants and interests are in skilled and dependable hands.
Why choose SLS Residential as your Oxford letting agency?
We have one clear priority – you, our valued client.
Our approach is built on straightforward principles: Honesty, reliability, exceptional customer service and good communication are at the core of our approach, and these values have helped us build an extensive client base over the years.
Since our founding, we’ve had over 400 properties in our portfolio, managed by 6 highly experienced property managers with unrivalled experience of residential letting and property management in Oxford.
We believe that property is ultimately about people. We invest in our team to provide a dedicated, personal service for landlords and to build lasting working relationships.
Hassle-free residential lettings in Oxford
Our experienced Oxford rental management experts focus solely on you, the client. Our letting services ensure that everything runs smoothly so you can enjoy maximum revenue, reliable guests and swift resolution of any issues.
Whether you’re new to short-term rentals or an experienced host, you can be confident that you, your property and your guests are in safe and capable hands.
Unrivalled experience in residential letting services
With over 15 years of experience in the Oxford and Cotswolds property market, our director, Kelvin Fowler, initially established Short Let Space, the leading Airbnb property management company and furnished holiday lettings agency in Oxford. Our SLS Residential team grew naturally from this success, and we’ve kept the same passion for delivering outstanding customer service ever since.
The SLS Residential team offer tailored lettings and property management services to landlords in and around Oxford. We understand the diverse needs of both commercial landlords with multiple properties and individual property owners.
Our proficient property management team boasts over 20 years of collective experience handling properties of all sizes in and around Oxford.
We manage each aspect of property management on behalf of the landlord, including:
- Collection of rent and secure deposit handling under Client Money Protect
- Professional tenant marketing and viewings to secure the most desirable tenants quickly
- Comprehensive tenant referencing and right-to-rent checks
- Preparation of tenancy agreements and legal compliance documentation
- Arranging safety certificates (Gas, EPC, EICR, smoke alarms, CO detectors etc.)
- Regular property inspections with reports for peace of mind
- Coordination of maintenance and emergency repairs with trusted contractors
- Handling tenancy renewals, rent reviews and end-of-tenancy check-outs
- Guidance on landlord legal obligations and changing regulations
Our Letting Fees Schedule
On identifying and securing a tenant at an acceptable rent and who subsequently completes the Tenancy Agreement our fees will be due as set out as below:
- Let Only: 7% of rent (including VAT)
- Rent Collect: 9% of rent (including VAT)
- Full management of property: 12% of rent (including VAT)
FAQs
At Short Let Space, our priority is simple – you.
Unlike high street letting agents, we’re a local team with in-depth knowledge of Oxford and the surrounding areas. Our property managers live and work locally, so we understand the market and can offer practical, expert advice you can trust. We’re built on honesty, reliability, great communication, and exceptional service – values that have helped us earn the trust of hundreds of landlords.
With over 100 properties managed by six experienced property managers, we combine professional expertise with a personal, people-first approach that makes property management effortless.
We work with all types of landlords – from those letting their first property to experienced investors with large portfolios.
Whether you’re new to residential letting or already managing multiple homes, our local team provides the right level of support and guidance to make your experience smooth and stress-free.
With our local expertise, clear communication, and personal approach, we tailor our service to fit your needs and help you get the most from your property.
We take great care in selecting the right tenants for every property. All applicants go through a detailed referencing process, which includes credit checks, employment verification, previous landlord references, and proof of income. We also meet or speak personally with each tenant to ensure they’re a good fit for the property and the landlord’s expectations.
To minimise risk, we register all deposits with a government-approved scheme and, where appropriate, recommend or include rent guarantee and damage protection cover. Regular inspections and strong communication with tenants throughout the tenancy also help us identify and resolve any issues early.
Our aim is always to secure reliable, respectful tenants and protect your investment as if it were our own.
You have a dedicated property manager who is assigned to look after your property. They will get to know your property in detail and work closely with the tenant. We have a team of property managers to cover out of hours emergencies, and well rehearsed processes to deal with most types of emergency!
Yes. We provide guidance on compliance with all statutory requirements and letting consents.
Our local experts can advise and support you on key areas such as fire safety, gas safety, and electrical inspections (EICR), ensuring your property meets all legal obligations.
With Short Let Space, you get peace of mind knowing your property is managed safely, professionally, and in line with current regulations.
If you would like to discuss how our team can help you with your property, please feel free to call us on 01865 638 634, send us an email or book an appointment with us.
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