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Use our simple quick search to display our current property listings for rent and for sale in South London and surrounding areas. Our team are passionate about property and our local area! We offer an experienced, flexible and friendly service, where your individual requirements are carefully matched against our extensive knowledge base to achieve the best results.

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Mark set up Leonard Leese in 2003, and right from the very beginning, knew he wanted the business to be different. We know our staff are our most important asset. Which is why we regularly invest in them, their training and the technology we use. We believe that happy, confident staff equals a happy, confident service.
Our team are passionate about property and our local area! We offer an experienced, flexible and friendly service, where your individual requirements are carefully matched against our extensive knowledge base to achieve the best results.

As Borough residents for over 10 years we want to share all that insiders knowledge, so we have curated our favourite bits about each area and put it into a handy guide to help you decide where you might move next!Customers rate us #1 in SE1, and in the top 100 estate agents in the UK, 96% of them would recommend Leonard Leese to a friend.
We understand how tough it can be when you're trying to find somewhere to live that's right for you -and at the right price. From concerns about the condition of the property, to the location, to your landlord, looking for a property to rent can be a process that is full of stress. At Leonard Leese, we're dedicated to helping you find your ideal place as we believe that renting a property is no reason to accept anything less than perfect for you.
Please take into account the following fees, which will be applicable once an offer has been put forward to rent a property. Holding Deposit - One week's rent, which will be offset against your initial rental payment upon commencement of your tenancy.

Replacement Tenant Fee (for each replacement tenant) - 50.00 (inclusive of vat) which will cover references, registering the new deposit (if held by Leonard Leese) and preparation of the new tenancy agreement.If there are any other costs incurred by Leonard Leese in order to facilitate the change of tenant, these costs will be provided to the tenant and invoices provided to confirm such costs.
Whether you're looking to find tenants for a family home or a second property/buy-to-let investments, Leonard Leese can help you ensure that your property won't be vacant for long. We'll maximise your rental income and won't rest until we've placed the right tenant in your property.

If you have a property or a portfolio of properties for let in Oval and Borough we also offer a full property management service which includes registering the deposit; collecting the rent; preparing the tenancy agreement; taking care of maintenance; as well as any other issues that may arise.
Reviews (22)
Aaron Hudsepth
Aaron Hudsepth
Jan 24, 2022
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These are the worst estate agents in the area avoid like the plague!
Claudine who runs lettings is the most unprofessional person I have ever had the misfortune of meeting/ dealing with and have reported her to trading standards. During the pandemic things with my flatmate got very toxic and the police had to get involved. Because my flatmate in his infinite wisdom contacted Leonard Leese first they basically just took his word as gospel and never asked me what happened. I felt like I was completely ganged up on and they made a very toxic situation even worse.
I caught covid just before I was
Gareth Clift
Gareth Clift
Oct 20, 2021
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Spoke to about 6 people at Leonard Leese, all rude and very unhelpful. I rang 6 times to speak to our agent who was conveniently unavailable every time until I said I would hold until they were available in which it then took 30 seconds, so they blatently lie to then not provide a service! Worst company and estate agents I have ever encountered.
Giulia Autuori
Giulia Autuori
Jul 19, 2021
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LACKING COSTUMER SERVICE, RUDE, UNPROFESSIONAL AND NOT CARING. AVOID.
I was due to move in today and dealt with Chloe and after her, Toby.
I could not move in because the previous tenants forgot to drop off the keys and it was impossible to get hold of them. Furthermore, I had requested professional cleaning that turns out it was not carried out either and this caused further delays to my move in date. I had to cancel the movers and I lost £150 and I had to pay another £30 to hold my belonging in a storage for an extra night.
I found out about this on the morning of the move at 8am and I was
Will Larnach-Jones
Will Larnach-Jones
May 31, 2021
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I recently rented a property via Leonard Leese and dealt with Chloe from the team. From the first contact, through to the viewing process and the paperwork, communication was swift and clear.
Chloe was a pleasure to be in touch with, and I am very happy with my experience. I would recommend them to both tenants and landlords/
Chris Bicourt
Chris Bicourt
May 10, 2021
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So far our experience has been great (we're 1 month into the tenancy). Chloe, the rep who showed us the flat and helped seal the deal was extremely helpful, understanding and professional.
Anil Gupta
Anil Gupta
Apr 28, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness, Value
Have dealt with Toby for a number of years. He has provided a professional service with good advice on the rent levels to charge to minimise any vacant period. Charges were explained and I had no hidden costs. I would recommend them
Peter Illingworth
Peter Illingworth
Apr 24, 2021
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I have let out our flat through Leonard Lease for 7 years and have found them to be a very good agent. The staff have all been there for a while, which says something and they friendly and easy to deal with. Any problems with the flat they resolve easily so I can only recomend them.
April
April
Apr 18, 2021
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NIGHTMARE FOR TENANTS!
1. They rip your head off when you request your deposit back even if nothing is broken and the property has been professionally cleaned (yes, I mean the lady called Paige).
2. They pretended to be friendly before you move in. However, they ignore your reporting action about mould (growing before move-in) and even ridiculously charge you, regardless that you’ve tried your best to clean and ventilate the property.
3. No peaceful enjoyment during your stay at all.
Press “Useful” please and I’ll share more stories.
Jayne Wadsworth
Jayne Wadsworth
Apr 15, 2021
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Positive: Professionalism, Quality, Responsiveness, Value
Leonard Leese have managed my rental for many years and always provided a great service with good tenants. Very helpful, thoughtful & supportive service. I would highly recommend.
Isabella
Isabella
Feb 25, 2021
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Tenants beware! There is a reason the vast majority of positive reviews on here are written by landlords and not tenants.
Initially, moving in we had a good experience with Dominic who helped us with the rental process. Unfortunately as our tenancy drew to a close, a different employee, took over the management of our flat. Her behaviour can only be described as utterly disgraceful. Email exchanges were rude and she tried to overcharge us £300 upon leaving the property. When we took the case to DPS, an independent reviewer awarded us (tenants) the money. This is just testament to the fact that
Stevey Wild
Stevey Wild
Sep 20, 2020
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Dom and Toby were really helpful getting my flat tenanted. Likeable and professional guys who took me through the process step by step and then when COVID struck and tenants moved out it didn’t take them long to get new ones in. Thanks guys.
Graciela Prado Rodriguez
Graciela Prado Rodriguez
Sep 02, 2020
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I would recommend to rent with them 💯 . Our agent was the lovely Chloe Dibua, always with a smile on her face. She helped us through the whole process, she was very attentive, approachable and very patient with us. Thanks Chloe! Grace
Sophie Tamang
Sophie Tamang
Aug 25, 2020
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Dominic has been really helpful throughout the process of securing a property. His rapid replies to emails and efficient communication with the landlord made him reliable and ensured that any obstacles were overcome in reasonable time. Thank You! ☺️
Poppy Hallworth
Poppy Hallworth
Aug 20, 2020
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From the moment we met Toby, we felt we were in safe hands selling our London apartment. We had regular communition, and really felt that he (and the rest of the team) were working flat out to find the right buyer for us! Could not recommend them more highly.
Kenny Olatunji
Kenny Olatunji
Aug 20, 2020
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With you I can do all things, especially you, Toby. I am ever so grateful for the excellent letting service and the panache and calmness with which you delivered it. Thank you.
Nikhil Lakhani
Nikhil Lakhani
Aug 07, 2020
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I have used Leonard Leese for a number of years and they consistently provide excellent service - finding tenants and helping with ongoing management. Highly recommended.
Gurpreet Tulsi
Gurpreet Tulsi
Aug 07, 2020
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Great service from Toby and the guys - have been using them for 5 years now. Full understanding of the local market and they know what you need to do in order to get the property let quickly. Thanks guys.
Paola Sartori
Paola Sartori
Jun 28, 2020
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Excellent Estate agents have always used them and will continue to. They have Always gone above and beyond with finding tenants and but even more so now in this Covid time. Hard working team.
Dean Q.
Dean Q.
Sep 12, 2015
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More like Leonard Fleece. These clowns are unprofessional dimwits, bottom-feeders within a classless industry. Avoid these people at all costs, as once they have you locked in they will make your tenancy a living nightmare with their moronic repair quotations and chronic unresponsiveness. I would give 0 stars but can't figure out how.
Sophia M.
Sophia M.
Aug 16, 2015
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After having repeatedly trying to call their offices (and being played the same voicemail message after two rings!), I discovered this particular branch had a couple of different numbers. They did not return my calls or my emails until a week later. I called into the office and dealt with an agent called George working at the Borough High Street branch, I organised a viewing to take place the following day. Out of all the viewing I had had that day, Leanoard and Leese were the only company not to confirm the viewing with me. I waited for half and hour and tried to ring them (on both numbers) and
Jaxon K.
Jaxon K.
Jul 20, 2015
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WARNING!!!!! READ WHOLE REVIEW, YOU WILL CHANGE YOUR MIND ABOUT LEONARD LEESE!!!

In this review I plan to be blunt, and honest. I have had dentist appointments that were more pleasant than dealing with this company. I am shocked that this company is still afloat, it is run by employees who in all honesty are unfit to run a lemonade stand. My experience includes THREE of the most naive, inexperienced and all around unprofessional workers I have ever met, and I have met some very dull-witted employees in my time. These agents' names are GEORGE, CALLUM, and KIERAN. George cancelled on me
Felipe C.
Felipe C.
Oct 02, 2012
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Nice office and attentive staff. However they have very bad practices. One of their officers took us to this great flat just in the location we wanted, and it was rigth in our budget. He told us that it would be 300 per week. We saw it, and really liked it, so we got back to the office with the intention of placing an offer. When we got back, he said that he had made a mistake, and the flat was actually 340 pw. By that point we decide to insist on the original price, and placed our offer with a 300 pound deposit. The Landlor rejected our offer about two weeks ago, and still we dont get a refund