Manchester apartment: raise £2,865 rent or retain a reliable tenant?

[miro_ash]

When gathering local evidence, note how long each advertisement has been visible and whether it is still available. A striking asking price is less useful if it is not attracting a tenant. Prioritise the closest buildings and equivalent apartment specifications over a broad Manchester average.

 

[watchTheSlate]

Your next steps sound sensible. I’d document the comparable evidence, calculate the full turnover case, verify the tenancy and notice position, then make one clear written proposal after the informal conversation. Set yourself a minimum acceptable outcome beforehand so you can negotiate without drifting back to the £3,449 headline.