Intermediate Rent

Rent a new or refurbished home at a rate lower than the open market price, but higher than for social rented accommodation.

The scheme is also known as sub market rent or discounted market rent. You are likely to pay around 70 per cent of the local market rent for the type of property you live in. The accommodation is provided by a registered affordable housing provider.

What type of homes can I get?
Most are new properties. But sometimes older properties are bought and refurbished by housing associations. You may also get a property that has previously been let on this scheme.

Am I eligible?
This scheme has traditionally been for key workers. But help can now be provided for other groups who do not qualify for social rent homes and who cannot afford to buy a home of their own outright.

How do I apply?
Contact your HomeBuy Agent. For East London, you must register with Housing Options. To register: call 020 8920 7777 or visit the Housing Options website.