Flatscout
London rentals go in hours, not days

Can’t view a London flat in person? We’ll do it for you.

Send us a Rightmove or Zoopla link and a vetted local scout views the flat for you — an HD video walkthrough, an honest defect checklist and a live video call. So you never sign for a place you haven’t really seen.

Vetted local scouts HD video + checklist Pay only when matched
A quiet London street lined with brick buildings and greenery
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Flat 4 · Dalston, E8
Viewed today · 6 min walkthrough
Water pressureStrong
Damp & mouldNone found
Street noiseModerate
How it works

Three steps,
one honest answer

From a listing link to a clear thumbs up or down — without a single flight.

01

Send us the listing

Paste a listing link and tell us the postcode, your move-in date and Right to Rent status.

02

A local scout views it

Your scout attends the agent’s viewing as your trusted friend, films every room and asks the awkward questions.

03

Get your honest report

Within 24 hours you get an HD walkthrough video, a hidden-defect checklist and a clear verdict.

What we check

We look for the things photos hide

Every scout works from the same checklist, so nothing important gets missed.

Water pressure & plumbing

We run the taps and shower so you know the water actually works.

Damp, mould & smells

We check behind furniture, in bathrooms and cupboards for damp and that tell-tale musty smell.

Noise from street & neighbours

We listen at the windows and on the landing so you know what living there really sounds like.

Live video call

Jump on a WhatsApp video call mid-viewing and see anything you want, in real time.

Deposit protection

Don’t lose your deposit to a scam

Fake listings are everywhere. We don’t let you transfer a penny until a real person has stood inside the flat, met the agent and confirmed the place actually exists.

  • We confirm the flat matches the listing
  • We check the agent and landlord are real
  • You only pay once you’ve seen the truth
Book a viewing
Verification passed
Flat 4 · Dalston, E8
Listing matches the real flat
Agent ID seen in person
No deposit asked before viewing
Checked in person by your Flatscout scout
Pricing

One flat fee. No agent games.

No subscription, no relocation-agency fees. You pay per flat you want seen.

One viewing

Smoke-test price
£49 per flat · pay as you go

Everything you need to decide on one flat, from anywhere in the world.

  • HD video walkthrough of every room
  • Hidden-defect checklist: damp, noise, water
  • Live WhatsApp video call during the viewing
  • Neighbourhood & street check
  • Full report within 24 hours
Book a viewing

Pay only when a scout is matched to your flat.

FAQ

Questions, answered

Is this legal?

Yes. We’re not an estate agent and we don’t rent out property — we’re an extra pair of eyes you hire to view a flat. It’s a consulting service, nothing more.

Won’t the estate agent get suspicious?

No. You’ve two easy options: add your scout’s name as a trusted friend coming along to a viewing you’ve booked, or let us contact the agent or landlord directly and arrange the slot for you. Either way it looks completely natural — your scout attends as your representative, films the flat and asks questions for you.

Who are the scouts?

Vetted locals — mostly students and young professionals who know their London neighbourhoods. Every scout follows the same checklist and submits a sample video before they’re approved.

How fast will I get my report?

Most reports land within 24 hours of the viewing slot. In peak season (August–September) we prioritise time-sensitive bookings.

What if the video is poor quality?

Every scout works from a fixed checklist — water pressure, cupboards, the view, street noise. If a report misses the checklist, you get your money back.

Do you only cover London? What about other cities?

London is where most of our scouts are, but we’re happy to look at viewings in other UK cities — Oxford, Cambridge, Manchester and more. Send us the listing and we’ll tell you straight away whether we have a scout nearby or can find one for you.

What do you need from me?

Just the listing link plus your budget, move-in date and Right to Rent status, so your scout can answer the agent’s questions confidently on the day.

Book your London viewing

Send us the listing and we’ll match you with a local scout.

  • No upfront payment to enquire
  • We reply within 10 minutes in peak season

We only use your details to arrange the viewing.