Headingley Property Services

Headingley Property Services operates as a family-run property letting agency situated in central Headingley, Leeds. The firm specializes in student letting, providing accommodation to students in Leeds for 15 years. Its portfolio includes a range of houses and flats primarily within the Headingley area. Due to demand, the company has expanded its operations to include properties in Hyde Park and Woodhouse, where it has undertaken several refurbishment projects.

The company's office is located at 24/24a Ash Road, Headingley, Leeds LS6 3JF, with most of its properties positioned within a five-minute walk, facilitating easy access for tenants. The company maintains a focus on offering quality accommodation, which it either owns or directly manages. This approach ensures that tenants are supported by Headingley Property Services throughout their tenancy, rather than being transferred to a third-party landlord. The properties are consistently renovated to a high standard, incorporating features such as double glazing, central heating, burglar alarms, and zoned fire alarms as standard installations.

The firm's portfolio encompasses a variety of property sizes, ranging from one-bedroom flats to houses with up to ten bedrooms. Additionally, Headingley Property Services offers luxury accommodations, including flats and houses with en-suite bedrooms, some of which have undergone renovation within the last two years. " Headingley Property Services maintains an in-house construction firm, 'Whitkirk Construction', which plays a role in the ongoing upkeep and renovation of its properties. This integrated approach ensures a year-round team of contractors is available to address repairs and maintenance requirements.

Whitkirk Construction regularly undertakes full renovations of the properties, updating them with new kitchens, bathrooms, and fitted bedroom furnishings. This arrangement allows the company to offer newly refurbished homes to its tenants. The firm aims to respond to repair requests promptly, with a goal of same-day repair for issues reported during office hours. This direct management and maintenance model is a core aspect of the company's operational strategy.

Headingley Property Services has established a reputation within the student letting sector in Leeds. The company has been recognized in the Unipol Landlord Awards, achieving the 2nd Place Runner-up position in 2017 and consistently featuring in the top two winners of the Landlord of the Year awards with Unipol. The firm also holds Unipol Golden Owner status, reflecting its commitment to standards in student accommodation. A notable aspect of the company's operations is its tenant retention, with many students choosing to extend their stay for a second year in the same property or moving to another of the firm's houses if their group size changes.

The company manages all aspects of the tenancy directly, including setting up rent, handling deposits, and managing repairs, ensuring a consistent point of contact for its tenants.