Delisa Miller Estate Agents

Letting Services

HMO Management Manchester

Specialist management of Houses in Multiple Occupation across South Manchester. Full licensing, compliance, tenant management and income optimisation — handled by our expert team.

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8–12%
Typical Gross Yield
Manchester HMOs
Full
Management Service
across South Manchester
13+
Years Experience
established 2011
Full
Compliance Service
licensing to inspections

What We Provide

Full HMO Management Service

HMO Licence Applications

We handle the full licence application and renewal process with Manchester City Council, ensuring your property meets all room size, fire safety and amenity requirements.

Full Compliance Management

Annual gas safety certificates, 5-yearly EICRs, fire alarm testing, EPC compliance and all safety documentation managed as standard.

Tenant Sourcing & Referencing

Professional marketing on Rightmove and Zoopla, accompanied viewings, full reference and credit checks and individual tenancy agreements for each occupant.

Rent Collection & Arrears

Individual rent collection from each tenant, transparent accounting and proactive arrears management to protect your income.

Maintenance Coordination

24/7 maintenance reporting, local contractor network for fast response, and regular property inspections to maintain standards.

Deposit Protection

All deposits registered with a government-approved scheme, with the correct prescribed information served to each tenant.

Everything Covered

What's Included in Our
HMO Management Service

Managing an HMO is significantly more complex than a single-let property. Our specialist HMO management service is designed to handle every aspect — from licensing through to end-of-tenancy — so you can focus on the returns.

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HMO licence application and renewal management
Pre-licence inspection and works advice
Marketing across Rightmove, Zoopla and social media
Individual tenant referencing and credit checks
Individual Assured Shorthold Tenancy agreements
Individual deposit protection (per tenant)
Rent collection and monthly landlord statements
Arrears management and legal notices
Coordinated maintenance and contractor management
Annual gas safety certificate (CP12)
5-yearly Electrical Installation Condition Report (EICR)
Smoke and CO alarm testing
Quarterly property inspections
End of tenancy inspections and deposit resolution
EPC assessment and upgrade advice
24/7 tenant maintenance reporting

Where We Operate

HMO Management Areas

Hulme

M15 — Strong professional HMO demand, excellent city centre access

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Fallowfield

M14 — Premium student HMO market, highest Manchester yields

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Rusholme

M14 — High yield, close to universities, accessible entry prices

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Withington

M20 — Professional and postgrad HMO market, Metrolink access

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Moss Side

M14/M16 — Emerging HMO market with outstanding yield potential

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Whalley Range

M16 — Victorian houses ideal for HMO conversion

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Common Questions

HMO FAQs

What is an HMO property?
A House in Multiple Occupation (HMO) is a property occupied by three or more tenants who form more than one household and share facilities such as a kitchen or bathroom. HMOs require a licence in Manchester under the City Council's Additional HMO Licensing Scheme.
Do I need a licence for my HMO in Manchester?
Yes. Manchester City Council operates an Additional HMO Licensing Scheme covering all properties occupied by three or more tenants in more than one household across most inner Manchester postcodes including Hulme, Fallowfield, Rusholme, Withington and Moss Side.
What yields can I achieve from an HMO in Manchester?
Well-managed HMOs in Manchester's strongest postcodes — Fallowfield, Hulme and Rusholme — typically achieve gross yields of 8–12%, significantly outperforming single-let properties. A 5-bedroom student HMO in Fallowfield can generate £2,750–£3,500 per month.
What does your HMO management service include?
Our HMO management service includes: full HMO licence applications and renewals, tenant sourcing and referencing, individual tenancy agreements, rent collection, deposit protection, maintenance coordination, annual gas safety and 5-yearly electrical inspections, fire alarm testing and all compliance management.

Ready to Let Your Manchester HMO?

Speak to our specialist HMO team. We'll review your property, advise on licensing and give you a clear picture of what you could achieve.

Discuss Your HMO 0161 227 0630