Let Only Service

Get your property let quickly and PROFESSIONALLY, then LOOK AFTER THE day-to-day management yourself.

ExcellentRated 4.8

British Property Awards 2024-2025

Gold Winner

Over 80 years of COMBINED exPERIENCE

Let only service for hands-on landlords

Our Let Only Service secures a fully referenced tenant and handles all the essential paperwork, including the tenancy agreement, inventory, and deposit collection, before handing the ongoing management back to you.

Manage the tenancy your way

Made for landlords who prefer to stay hands-on.

Let Only is ideal for landlords who are happy to look after their property day to day but want expert help getting a reliable tenant in place, correctly and compliantly.

  • Secure a quality tenant: Benefit from comprehensive marketing and full referencing to find dependable, well-suited tenants.
  • Start on solid legal footing: Receive a professionally prepared Assured Periodic Tenancy Agreement that reflects current legislation.
  • Protect your investment: Get an inventory and schedule of condition to safeguard your property from the outset.
  • Take over with confidence: Collect your first months rent and deposit through us, then manage the tenancy directly once it begins.
  • Trust local expertise: Work with a family-run, RICS and Propertymark registered agency dedicated solely to lettings across Suffolk.

Designed for landlords who want control of the tenancy but need the setup handled professionally and securely.

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Who can benefit from our let only service?

Ideal for all types of landlords

Let your property securely

What our let only service includes.

Our Let Only Service covers all of our Tenant Find services, plus the additional steps that get your tenancy started on the right foundation:

  • A free, no-obligation market appraisal
  • Comprehensive marketing of your property
  • Full tenant referencing including right to rent checks
  • Preparing the approved Assured Periodic Tenancy Agreement
  • Providing an inventory and schedule of condition of the property
  • Collection of the deposit and first month’s rent
  • Transfer of the first months rent and deposit to you, with optional registration of the deposit with the TDS (The Dispute Service) for an additional charge

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We aim to make your letting experience as stress free and 
as smooth as we can.

As an independent, local business we are able to provide a personal yet professional service to all our tenants and landlords. We have been successfully letting and managing property in Stowmarket, Needham Market, Ipswich, Bury St Edmunds and the surrounding areas for many years.

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What our customers are saying

I had a fantastic experience renting with Shorts property people. Dan, in particular, was incredibly helpful always responsive, professional and sorted any issues out immediately. It made the rental process smooth and stress-free. Highly recommend!

Shannon Leggett

Dan the new Shorts guy is excellent. A pleasure to do business. Problem with my hot water found an electrician who arrived within 4 hours. Found problem within 5 minutes. Unfortunately need a new pump and a plumber. But excellent in a respects . Highly recommended !!!!

Steve Mcguire

I have rented out a property through Shorts for the past 6 years and always found them to be very professional, understanding and easy to deal with. My property has been occupied the whole time and they deal with any issues in the house swiftly using professional tradesmen. I can’t fault them and it has been a pleasure doing business with them. Their commission is worth every penny.

Tina Alexander

Shorts Property People is lead by very knowledgeable and professional agents who are always at hand to support you to let your property or to find you a suitable accommodation. I always have found them very helpful and accessible. Their services are highly recommended and they have have been very helpful in supporting me as a landlord. They are also very competitive in price which is a bonus.

Kuvy Seenan

Had a great experience renting with Shorts Property People. Dan was fantastic throughout, always quick to sort out any issues and handled everything in a professional and efficient way. Would definitely recommend.

Filipa Silva

We would like to thank Shorts Property People for providing excellent service when we are looking for a house to let. From start to finish they provide exceptional professionalism in their work. We felt supported and confident throughout the entire process, thanks again to their expertise and friendly approach.

Joan Belen

I started the tenancy with Joseph in 2023 and during my tenancy i had Dan helping me alongside Joseph.They property work professionally and listens to tenants concerns. They are always on the spot for any concerns and resolve them immediately. At the end of my tenancy in 2026, no hustles, everything went smooth

Gomba Bruce

I rented with Shorts for over 4 years and they were always very helpful with any problems. Especially Dan one of the managers, he was the best person I dealt with.

Nathan Johnson

Great communication. Very informative. Any issues at all they deal with very promptly and efficiently. Couldn’t ask for anything more. Great estate agents.

Olivia Hinchley

Shorts Property People have been amazing in supporting me to rent my new home. It’s been a brilliant experience from start to finish. Both Joseph and Dan have been incredibly attentive and responsive throughout. It’s been a refreshing experience. They clearly care and do all they can to take the stress out of renting. Highly recommend.

Natasha Pepper

I have used Dan at Shorts to let my house out. Dan has been outstanding! I could not ask for more from a letting agent, he has made the process so easy and has been there every time I have needed to call upon him. If you you are looking for one of the best agents out there, then look no further, Dan at Shorts was amazing!

luke frost

Shorts are a very professional estate agency. We rented for 3 years and had great service throughout. Dan was especially helpful and professional at the end of our tenancy.

Liv

Excellent estate agent to rent a house from. The process was easy. Communication Excellent. A special thank you to Dan for his great professionalism and kindness. The process was easy to follow and both Dan and Joseph were very supportive throughout with any queries. I would definitely recommend Shorts Property People.

Tania Aquino

Renting through Shorts Property is excellent. Professional, efficient, and clear information when moving in on how to set up all utilities. Dan is brilliant and quick with communication. Highly recommend.

Vicky Keers

I can highly recommend Shorts Property People. They have provided professional, friendly and helpful services throughout my tenancy. Quick replies and action on requests stand out as admirable qualities! Thanks Guys! 🙏🏻

Sarane Brennan

I have been renting with Shorts for the past year and their service has been fantastic. I am a tenant renting one of their properties and the whole process of renting with them has been seamless. They provide a really friendly and personable touch unlike larger faceless estate agents where the process feels cold. Any issues or concerns I have faced as a tenant have been dealt with professionally and promptly. I highly recommend Shorts Property People and would like to thank them for their service over the past 12 months.

Abby Palman

Great & helpful experience using shorts property! Thank you Dan! 100% will be recommending:)

Amy Wardley

I was renting a property through Shorts Property People, all the staff which works there are very usefull.
I was in contact with Joe and Sarah, they helped me from beginning when I searched for a property up to the end of the tenancy.
If I asked for something they sort it out in short time frame.
They are looking very well after tenants people.
I would like to say thank you for everything and I recommend to anyone who is looking to find a good property from a good estate agency.
All the best to all the staff.

Cornel Olaru

We had a superb experience finding our new home. The entire process was hassle-free, and the service was both friendly and professional. We were assisted by Dan, who was an absolute pleasure to deal with. Thank you for making this such a smooth and enjoyable experience!

Pierre Assaf

Get in Touch With Our Team

Whether you’re a landlord looking to let your property or a tenant searching for a new home, our team is here to help. Contact us today and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.

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01449 616 666

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