Developer Services

Umega Lettings is a forward-thinking letting and property management company and our team have worked in the Edinburgh property sector for over 15 years. We are experienced, knowledgeable and trusted. We’re fascinated with the future of the Edinburgh and UK property market and we’re playing a key role in improving the PRS in Scotland.

Edinburgh developer services

Umega Lettings is an award-winning Edinburgh lettings and property management company here to assist developers active in Edinburgh. Our services include; offering detailed market analysis, advice for new build developers, services for international investors and working with PRS and Build To Rent developers. Contact our developer services team to discuss how we can assist.

Rental Market Analysis

We assist developers and investors by offering our analysis of the Edinburgh rental market and providing advice around specific locations and sites.  Our Edinburgh Rental Data Hub contains detailed information on rent and tenant demand throughout Edinburgh and in-depth analysis in key areas of the city. We have experience working with a range of developers in Edinburgh and can provide rental assessments for sites and buildings within short timescales.

Rental Market Analysis

New Homes Developers

We work closely with a range of developers helping them appraise new residential development sites and, once complete we closely assist their sales teams in marketing and selling apartments. We understand what tenants and investors look for in a new development so are experienced in valuing new developments and successfully taking these to the market. We’re proud to be the recommended letting and managing agent for Quartermile working closely with the development and sales team.

New Homes Developers

International Investors

We manage properties on behalf of international portfolio landlords, assisting them in building and managing their portfolios in Edinburgh. Our thorough knowledge of the Edinburgh development pipeline and developer contacts allow us to advise on the best investment options for international investors looking to invest in Edinburgh property and to give them access to key property deals before they are available to the wider market. The international investor community understands that Edinburgh is one of the best places to invest in residential property in the UK.  Our team will allow international investors to take a hands-off approach with us fulfilling all work ‘on the ground’ for them and work with local funders, solicitors and other suppliers to ensure occupancy is maximised.

International Investors

Private Rented Sector & Build to Rent

We are well placed to advise funds and developers on the emerging PRS and Build To Rent Sector. We have assisted funds and property companies regularly over the past 2 years, including advice on rental and occupancy forecasting for key Edinburgh Build To Rent sites. We have the necessary tenant understanding and block management experience to ensure that schemes are well managed and on budget. Our growing reputation within the Edinburgh tenant community and our ability to maximise occupancy levels makes us a fantastic choice for Edinburgh PRS and Build To Rent letting and management. Our Edinburgh Build To Rent team’s services include;

  • Site appraisal & forecasting
  • Designing Build To Rent Specification
  • Development branding, property marketing and maximising occupancy
  • Tenancy & building management
  • Disposal

A case study relating to our recent Edinburgh Build to Rent consultancy at Lochrin Quay, can be viewed here.

Private Rented Sector & Build to Rent