Cambridge Rental Prices Update: How to Reprice Your Property with Confidence

In 2025, Cambridge’s rental market is shifting, and landlords who rely on outdated pricing risk losing income—or tenants. With a competitive market driven by high demand and evolving tenant expectations, knowing when and how to adjust your rent is critical.

Cambridge Rental Trends in 2025

Rents in central Cambridge for one- and two-bedroom flats remain strong, driven by professionals and postgraduates, while family homes in CB3 and CB5 continue to attract steady demand. HMOs in CB1 and CB4 are achieving strong yields but face higher turnover. Outskirts areas offer more affordable rents but require sharper marketing to fill vacancies.

Signs You Need to Reprice

If your property sits empty for weeks, receives few enquiries, or tenants sign up almost instantly without negotiation, it’s time to review your rent. Long voids or a flurry of fast offers both signal that your price point isn’t aligned with current market demand.

How to Research the Market

Regularly check Rightmove and Zoopla for comparable listings in your area and property type. Better yet, use Cambridge Stays’ in-house rental data, which tracks real-time performance across CB1–CB5 for both short lets and ASTs. This insight ensures your pricing reflects actual demand, not guesswork.

Pricing Strategies for Different Let Types

For ASTs, review rents annually, aligning with market shifts and tenant expectations. Short lets benefit from dynamic pricing tools that adjust nightly rates based on season, local events, and occupancy trends. HMOs may require more frequent rent adjustments due to turnover and changing tenant demographics.

Avoiding Legal Issues with Rent Increases

Stay compliant by following AST notice periods, honouring contractual clauses, and using Section 13 notices correctly when raising rents mid-tenancy. Short lets are more flexible but still need transparent communication to avoid disputes.

Get Expert Help to Price Right

The right rent keeps your property competitive and your returns optimised. Book a free rent review with Cambridge Stays to benchmark your property against the latest market data and secure the best possible income.