I have rented a furnished flat in London for 1400 Pounds a month but still a lot of things missing..?

Question

There are no dining chairs, no curtains in the living room, no chairs and table in the balkony, the carpets are filthy, no blankets or pillows.... there is nothing except a sofa, seat and a bed... the landlord said that I should haved for those things before I've rented the flat, and now I have no right to ask for any thing more...

I've just moved in 18 days ago..

Do I have any rights ????

Answer 1

didnt you go through an inventry with the landlord before you signed? I think if you have signed a contract with him without complaining about these things you may have signed away any rights

London Renting tips: "furnished" accommodation is quite common and recommended.

Typically a furnished apartment includes a fridge, bedding, closets, a couch, table and chairs. There will be variations on what is included in "furnished" so make sure you take note what is included when you talk with property agents.

Before you commit yourself on a rental agreement and therefore the property, it is also important to do a thorough inspection. Verify the inventory listing and make sure everything that is listed is there and in working order eg check the showers, stove etc.

The final London renting tips is to make sure you keep a copy of your rental agreement, receipts of payment for your deposit and a copy of the inventory listing. Any significant issues that arise during the term of your tenancy should be sent to your property agent in writing.

Answer 2

Does your tenancy agreement indicate that the flat is furnished? If so there ought to be an inventory that you and the letting agent agree and sign. If there isn't you should seek advice from the Citizen's Advice Bureau. Would you really want pillows provided (you don't know where they've been) and to be honest you're asking for a hell of a lot expecting table and chairs on the balcony to be included - that's not exactly a necessary item. If you have white goods (fridge freezer, cooker, washing machine) these are classed as furniture too, but you really ought to have viewed the flat beforehand and clarified what would be included. I'm not sure what you expected there to be? But if there are basic items you believe should be included take the advice I've offered about going to the CAB. However, you're renting a flat, not staying in a hotel - you surely didn't really think that bedding and towels would be included did you? Don't take this the wrong way, but I can't help but wonder if you expected those little bars of soap in the bathroom too. Seriously, seat, settee, bed are the basics - when I last rented I didn't even get a bed, just a flea ridden settee and an old bookcase, and a fridge freezer in the kitchen. BUT, these items were in the inventory and thats the important question you should be focusing on.

Answer 3

Found this article that might help you...

Are There Any Rules About What Comes With A Property If Its Fully Furnished, Furnished, Part Furnished Or Unfurnished?
No, there are no strict rules but both expectations and reality can vary in different areas of the country and even within different niche sectors within the local markets.

Generally, a property offered as “fully furnished” would come with all the main fixtures, furnishings and fittings, white goods etc., plus the standard crockery, cutlery, glassware, pots and pans etc., that a reasonable tenant would normally use on a day to day basis.

At the other end of the scale, an “unfurnished” property would normally be provided only with such basics as carpets, curtains and light fittings.

Clearly, there are infinite variations between these two extremes of what might be included. Therefore, the critical aspect, whether you are a landlord or tenant, is to make sure that everyone clearly understands what main items are, or are not, included before finalising the tenancy agreement.

Answer 4

You say you have rented a "furnished" flat and this quite obviously is NOT furnished and sounds to be filthy. I would imagine you would be expected to provide your own bedding though and perhaps the landlord would not be expected to provide balcony chairs and table.

Go to citizens advice and seek guidance. But I have to ask, did you not look at the flat first? If you believe you are within your rights to demand more comprehensive furniture, write to the landlord and tell him you will be "witholding" an amount of the rent each month until the matter is settled.

It sounds like the landlord is taking the p"*s big time. Make sure all dealings are now in writing with copies. Oh and take photographic evidence too!!!

Answer 5

What does your contract say?

Whatever you signed is what you got.

If you signed nothing then you also don't have a leg to stand on but you could move out after a month and give no notice.

Also thats a hell of a lot of money even if it was properly furnished.

Answer 6

Where in London is the flat? If it's prime location it's very cheap.

Was it rented as a FULLY furnished flat? (again, very cheap if so)

More common nowadays is to rent semi-furnished ie cooker, fridge etc but not soft furnishings, drapery etc - Are you sure that was in the lease?

Answer 7

You are your own worst enemy.Should you have viewed the Flat prior to signing the agreement you are on your own like it or not.The solution go and buy some furniture then take it with you when you leave..its cheaoer than pointless litigation.

Answer 8

Why didn't you view this flat before agreeing to take it!!
if so didnt you ask about the 'missing items'??before signing any agreements.
because i know i would of

Answer 9

do you have it in writing that he stated furnished? I would go to the local housing authority.

Answer 10

don't really know but you could go to your local free advice centre - and best to look for another flat I think!