Western Lettings Reviews 118

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Western Lettings have made my letting experience as a landlord remarkably easy. They are prompt to answer a phone call and to return an email. All the staff that I have had interaction with have been... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’ve been using Western Lettings to manage my rental property for a few years now and the service has been great. Communication is clear, they’re quick to deal with any issues, and everything is hand... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Western Lettings know what they’re doing, and if you’re looking for a stress free renting experience, these are the guys you want to be dealing with. From having a first class website, to a great team... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I worked at Western Lettings for 11 years, and I can honestly say any client or tenant is in really good hands with them. The team genuinely cares about making the whole landlord and tenant jour... See more

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About Western Lettings

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Western Lettings is an ARLA licensed, multi-award winning independent letting agent in the West End of Glasgow. Ever since our business was established in 2008 our objective has been to continue specialising in letting and managing property without becoming side-tracked by other ventures, such as property sales and development.

By focusing on one thing, we can invest in people and infrastructure with a long-term strategy. Our culture is one of continuous improvement with tiny changes being implemented almost every day. Team members plan their own training. We leverage technology where we see the most juice, adopting it as our friend but not our master. Everything underpins our never-ending quest to make renting better.

Whether you are a landlord looking to rent your property with a letting agent in Glasgow or a tenant who’d like to register with us, we’d like to hear from you. You’ll find our service to be straight-forward, professional, and friendly.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Western Lettings have made

Western Lettings have made
my letting experience as a landlord remarkably easy. They are prompt to answer a phone call and to return an email. All the staff that I have had interaction with have been helpful, supportive and friendly.i would have no hesitation recommending this company to any landlord seeking an efficient, Letting agency.Janina Campbell

7 May 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Western Lettings know what they’re doing.

Western Lettings know what they’re doing, and if you’re looking for a stress free renting experience, these are the guys you want to be dealing with. From having a first class website, to a great team, they take the anxiety out of renting and have your back along the way. Thanks Western Lettings!

1 January 2026
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Reply from Western Lettings

Thanks, Kerry. We strive to give all our customers the best possible experience, and the team will be chuffed to bits with your kind words. Thanks again. Caroline

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Cannot fault

I worked at Western Lettings for 11 years, and I can honestly say any client or tenant is in really good hands with them. The team genuinely cares about making the whole landlord and tenant journey as smooth as possible—nothing is ever too much trouble.

They’re really driven when it comes to customer service and always go above and beyond for their clients, which is something everyone takes pride in. They also make great use of technology and automation to keep things running efficiently, while still being transparent in everything they do. You can see that reflected in their pledge promise on their website and reviews.

From an employee point of view, I couldn’t fault them. It’s a really supportive and welcoming place to work, and they do a lot for their team—things like lunch every second Thursday, profit sharing, quarterly socials, private healthcare, plus much more. It all adds up and makes a big difference.

I genuinely loved my time there and would absolutely recommend Western Lettings as a managing agent and as an employer.

27 March 2026
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Reply from Western Lettings

Hi Sandra. Thanks for your wonderful review. Your contribution propelled our business in too many ways to mention, and I wish you every success with your new venture.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Service

I’ve been using Western Lettings to manage my rental property for a few years now and the service has been great. Communication is clear, they’re quick to deal with any issues, and everything is handled in a professional but friendly way.
They’ve taken a lot of the hassle out of being a landlord and I’m confident the property is in good hands. Would happily recommend them to others.

30 April 2026
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Reply from Western Lettings

Thanks for taking the time to post your review. We really appreciate the feedback and hope to provide a great service for many more years. Thanks again, Caroline.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’ve had a fantastic experience with…

I’ve had a fantastic experience with Western Lettings. Their customer service is excellent, they respond quickly, and everyone I’ve dealt with has been lovely and professional. The landlord portal is a real standout too, making it easy to keep track of compliance documents, statements, and other important records. Matt, the maintenance coordinator, has been brilliant, and Kirsty is always there to make the process easy and stress-free for tenants, landlords, and contractors alike. A truly well-run company that I’d happily recommend.

30 April 2026
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Rated 1 out of 5 stars

THIS COMPANY'S WORKERS TRIED TO GAIN…

THIS COMPANY'S WORKERS TRIED TO GAIN ACCESS TO MY PROPERTY, WHICH THEY DIDN'T LET LEAVING ME WHO HAS A MENTAL ILLNESS IN A STATE OF FEAR THEY TRIED VARIOUS KEYS TO GET ACCESS, AND THE ****** * COULDN'T GIVE A DAMM SAYING IT WAS A MISTAKE. IT WASN'T A MISTAKE. WHERE I LIVE IS CLEARLY MARKED WITH STREET SIGNS, AND GOOGLE MAPS ALSO GIVES MY LOCATION CLEARLY. SHE COULDN'T GIVE A DAMM ABOUT THE SERIOUSNESS OF THIS. THIS COULD HAVE BEEN THE HOME OF A RAPE VICTIM AND COULD HAVE HAD FLASHBACKS OR THE HOME OF SOMEONE WHO HAS BEEN SOMEONE WHO HAD BEEN THE VICTIM OF A HOUSEBREAKING, AND TO WATCH TWO MEN TRYING TO GAIN ACCESS TO THEIR HOME COULD HAVE BEEN TRAMATIC

7 April 2026
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Reply from Western Lettings

Thank you for your review.

We are sorry that this incident caused you distress; however, we do need to clarify a number of points to ensure an accurate account of what happened.

This was a genuine mistake. Our team had been instructed to attend a nearby property but unfortunately went to the wrong address, which has the same number, a very similar street name, and is in close proximity to your address. When there was no answer at the door, they briefly tried the keys they had been issued for the correct property. When the keys did not work, they realised something was wrong and stepped away from the door.

It was at that point you called out to them, and they apologised and left. You then contacted our office, where a further apology was given, followed by a call back from myself to address your concerns and apologise again.

At no stage did our staff gain access to your property, attempt forced entry, or act with any intent as suggested in your review. This was a simple human error, and not a deliberate act.

We do fully understand that this situation has been unsettling, and we are genuinely sorry for the upset caused. We have also reviewed this internally with our team to reinforce address verification procedures and help prevent this happening again.

We have apologised to you directly and have taken this matter seriously.

Kind regards,
Kirsty
Lettings Team Leader

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The best letting agency

The best letting agency - ever.
I was really reluctant to use a letting agency due to some very bad experience from others. A friend told me about this company which is absolutely brilliant. They keep you updated and do regular checks and only disturb you when there is an important decision-making issue.
Top marks and thank you!

2 April 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Absolutely fantatstic letting agency

I have been with Western Lettings for years. I can only describe the experience as fantastic. They have great staff, who are very responsive and attentive. They will look after your property as if it was their own. They are always very quick to act and address any concerns from both the tenant and the landlord. I would recommend them without any hesitation.

1 October 2025
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Reply from Western Lettings

Thank you for taking the time to give us this review. The whole team work hard to make sure your journey is as smooth as possible and are always delighted to receive positive feedback. Thanks again

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I'd give 10 stars if I could

I'd give 10 stars if I could

My partner and I live in Spain and we have used Western Lettings ever since leaving the UK to help manage our property. They have been incredibly helpful, timely and always easy to reach. Their response is quick and they are considerate to both tenants and landlords. You hear so, so many horror stories about other people's letting agents that honestly I feel blessed to have stumbled across them. Could not recommend more highly.

8 October 2025
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Harry and Western Lettings were amazing!

They were great! Super responsiveness and helped with anything we needed.

24 September 2025
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Reply from Western Lettings

Thank you for your lovely review. We really appreciate this, and are glad to hear you are happy with the service you've received from our team.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service for 7yrs.

Excellent service for 7yrs.
Professional, efficient and very helpful at all times.
Made being an absent landlord stress free and property was well maintained and handed back to us the way we’d left it. Much appreciated.
The entire team are to be commended for the service but special mention must be made of Lucas, our property manager. Communication with him was a pleasure and his managing of our property was more than we could have wished for.
Thanks Lucas.

25 May 2025
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very good letting agents

Good experience from a tenant perspective. Staff are friendly, they are very responsive and try to action requests as soon as possible. I am currently with a new letting agents and they have already made several time consuming mistakes that I don’t feel western lettings would have made.

21 April 2025
Rated 3 out of 5 stars

Mixed experience, reliable in some areas, lacking in others

As a landlord, I've had a very mixed experience. Focusing on 5 keys areas I care about:

1. Tenant Sourcing & Vetting
This has been the weakest area. Tenant searches take too long, often stretching into months (70 days in average), and it doesn't seem like the property is actively being marketed. It feels like not much effort is being made.

2. Rent Collection & Financial Management
No complaints here. Rent is collected reliably, and the online system is easy to use for tracking payments and accessing statements. It's been smooth.

3. Maintenance & Repairs
Some expenses feel avoidable, like sending a handyman multiple times instead of resolving issues in one visit. They often use their in-house handyman, and it sometimes feels more about profit than practicality. However, scheduled maintenance is done properly.

4. Legal Compliance & Documentation
This area is handled well. Certifications and documentation are always up to date, which gives peace of mind and reflects good professionalism.

5. Communication & Transparency
Responses are timely and professional. Communication is steady and courteous, which I appreciate, but there's room for more initiative.

In summary, be prepared to lose 2-3 months rent per property per tenancy, however once tenanted everything is great.

2 April 2025
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Reply from Western Lettings

Thanks for your detailed review, Thomas. I’m sure our prospective tenants and landlords will find your perspective enlightening. You have raised five areas of service which are priorities for you and gave us the thumbs up for three of them. Thanks for that feedback. The two areas which you have concerns about were tenant sourcing and maintenance. Both these areas are hugely important to us and our clients, and we spend an enormous amount of time at Western Lettings trying to perfect them. I’ll deal with each of your concerns in turn.

On tenant sourcing, let’s start with some aggregate statistics to put your experience in perspective. Across our portfolio of over 1000 managed properties our average time to let for 2024 was 21 days, with 50% of properties let within 13 days. Year to date for 2025 our average is 30 days, with 50% let within 15 days.

I should say that, although our numbers are pretty good, I don’t consider time to let to be a good metric for comparing letting agents. There are reasons why Rightmove removed it from their popular branch statistics. An agent who operates in an area with a shortage of rental property or who does not care about securing quality tenants will have a low time to let. A much better statistic for comparison purposes, which is rarely talked about, is percentage of tenancies in arrears. Rates above 20% are commonplace and I know of an agent where half their tenancies are in arrears. Western Lettings' arrears rate is 0.3%.

As I explained during our call, the time taken to find a suitable tenant for a given property depends principally on the asking rent. We advertise properties on the major local and national portals, so any tenant who is actively looking for a property like any we have on the market will find it. Assuming the marketing material shows the property in a good light and the asking rent is reasonable, you will have interest.

Part of our job is to advise landlords on prevailing market rent levels. We also feedback levels of interest on a weekly basis while properties are on the market. From our conversation, I believe we were insufficiently vocal on your asking rent level while marketing your properties and I intend to strengthen our process in that area following your feedback.

The issue where we dropped the ball on a maintenance event by attending twice when the job should have been completed in a single visit was acknowledged at the time and you were refunded the cost of the second callout. It’s no excuse, and we should always endeavour to close maintenance jobs in a single visit where possible. We have comprehensive systems in place to help achieve that objective and have recently invested in improving them. Tenants can report maintenance issues via an app, which has built in intelligence to help with immediate resolution. Beyond that, tenants can optionally connect with relevant tradesmen using video-link before any issue is passed to their property manager.

We strive to provide a best-in-class service in Glasgow, and everything is covered by our money back guarantee should we fail. I want to thank you for your feedback, and I hope in the future you will feel the benefit of improvements we make in response to your review.

Jack Gallagher
Western Lettings

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent experience

Great experience.As a first time landlord I got lots of help.Very helpful professional team.They were always there for me.Especially I would like to say thank you to Kirsty and Mark for their hard work.

9 April 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Look no further

An absolutley superb letting agents in Glasgow. My experience with them has been faultless from my initial enquiry through to getting tenants in to the flat.

Every team member has been polite and courteous, offering their expert advice along with way.

Thoroughly reccomend!

27 March 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Western Lettings have excellent staff

Western Lettings have excellent systems in place staff who are pleasant, knowledgeable as well as attentive to any issues arising. Acting for me as a landlord my experience has been that any problems encountered are promptly and effectively addressed. I would not hesitate to recommend Western Lettings.

10 January 2025
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Pleasure to deal with

We have always found Western Lettings a pleasure to deal with on a professional level.
Having worked for and still working for, several other management companies, we have had no issues with Western Lettings, with their staff being both friendly and approachable.
From a business point of view we are paid on time, which results in us providing a better service to them and their clients.

8 January 2025
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Reply from Western Lettings

Thank you for taking the time to write your review. We are always looking for ways to improve and feedback like this helps us massively in this endeavour.

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