A new version of the Homes for Londoners portal, the mayor of London’s official property platform, has launched to provide Londoners with access to affordable homeownership options across the capital.
The portal, delivered in partnership with Share to Buy, allows users to search for homes available through housing schemes such as Shared Ownership, London Living Rent, Discount Market Sale, and Older Persons Shared Ownership.
It brings together affordable housing options in one place and includes features such as affordability calculators on each listing.
Users can search, compare, and enquire about properties across London, covering a range of options from studio flats in Zone 1 to larger family homes in Zone 6. The portal lists homes from housing associations, private developers, and local authorities.
Nick Lieb, chief Operations Officer at Share to Buy, said: “The capital is currently facing a housing crisis – rents are high, stock across the board is low, and buying is out of reach for many. That’s why the new Homes for Londoners portal is so important. By combining the scale and functionality of Share to Buy with the reach and trust of Homes for Londoners, we can provide a more streamlined, user-friendly experience that genuinely helps more people take a step towards homeownership.”
Tom Copley, deputy mayor for housing and residential development, commented: “Tackling our urgent housing crisis is my top priority. The Mayor and I are doing everything we can to deliver more homes of all tenures, building on the progress which has already been made, with more new council homes started in London than at any time since the 1970s and, prior to the pandemic, more new homes completed than any time since the 1930s.
“The mayor’s enhanced property portal will help to connect Londoners to affordable homes and provide much-needed guidance on the housing schemes, as well as useful tools such as in-built affordability calculators on every listing. At a time when London’s housing market is facing significant challenges, it’s more important than ever that Londoners have clear, reliable information on the options available to them, as we build a better and fairer London for everyone.”