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Find your next home in the heart of Berkshire
Whether you're relocating to Bracknell or Wokingham, moving within the region, or seeking your first rental, we at Sears make the process straightforward and stress-free. With deep local knowledge, a wide range of properties and a friendly team, we’ll help you find a home that suits your lifestyle, budget and timing.
From modern apartments in town centres to family homes in the suburbs and village locations, our listings span Bracknell, Wokingham and the surrounding villages, so you’ll always know the area well before you move in.
The Process
How the renting process works at Sears
We believe renting should be transparent, efficient and structured around your needs. Here’s what to expect:
- Register your requirements with us, budget, number of bedrooms, preferred areas (e.g., Warfield, Binfield, Crowthorne) and move-in date
- We’ll match your criteria to current and upcoming properties and alert you as soon as new homes become available
- Viewings arranged at your convenience. Our team will highlight key features, neighbourhood insights and practicalities like transport links and local amenities
- Once you’ve chosen a property, we manage referencing, tenancy set-up, deposit protection and contract signing, all with clear communication and guidance
- On move-in we’ll ensure the property is ready, provide you with essential documents and make sure you know how everything works
Our Approach
Why rent with us?
Renting through Sears offers more than just a property listing, you get access to a team that knows the Berkshire market inside out, cares about your move and supports you throughout your tenancy.
What sets us apart:
- A wide selection of high-quality rental homes across Bracknell & Wokingham
- Strong local presence, you’ll work with people who understand your area, commute and lifestyle
- Clear, friendly communication, you’ll know what’s next, every step of the way
- Transparent fees and tenancy terms, aligned with the latest legislation
- Local support for maintenance, renewals or any unexpected issues during your tenancy
Start Here
Getting started, what you need to know
Before you start viewing, here are a few practical pointers:
- Have your budget, preferred area and timescale ready, we can act faster when you’re clear on criteria.
- Understand the upfront costs: first month’s rent, security deposit (holding deposit where applicable), and any tenancy setup requirements.
- Be ready to move quickly, the Bracknell & Wokingham rental market is competitive, so good homes can be snapped up fast.
- Know your rights and responsibilities: you’ll receive an inventory, safety certificate information and contact details for any maintenance.
- Keep in touch, if your requirements change, update us so we can continue the search accordingly.
Frequently asked questions
Once you have viewed a property and decided you would like to apply, you can complete our tenancy application form online. If your application is accepted by the landlord, we’ll guide you through the next steps, including referencing, right to rent checks, tenancy paperwork, deposit payments and everything you need to know before moving in.
You will usually need to provide photo ID, proof of your right to rent in the UK and evidence of income, such as recent payslips, bank statements or employment details. You may also be asked for an employer reference, previous landlord reference and consent for a credit check.
Before your tenancy begins, you will usually need to pay a security deposit. In most cases, this is equivalent to five weeks’ rent, although the exact amount will be confirmed during the application process. Once paid, your deposit will be protected in a government-approved tenancy deposit scheme, and you’ll receive the relevant details as part of your tenancy paperwork.
We’ll begin the referencing process and guide you through each stage of setting up your tenancy. This will usually include right to rent checks, tenancy documents, arranging payment of the initial funds, and confirming your move-in date.
If you are renting one of our fully managed properties, our property management team will usually be your first point of contact for maintenance issues and repairs. Maintenance can be reported quickly online, 24/7, through Fixflo.
Experts you can trust
Meet the Sears lettings team
Real words, real reviews
What our clients say about us
“Great experience working with sears we had several estate agents trying to sell our property in the past so we decided to hand it over to sears and Emma worked tirelessly to sell the property with only her 2nd viewing in as many weeks great job keep up the good work”
Iron Gamer
1 month ago
“We had a great experience with Jake as our property manager. He was professional, approachable, and always quick to respond whenever we had any questions or needed assistance. He made the whole process smooth and stress-free, keeping us informed every step of the way. His communication was clear, and any issues were handled efficiently and promptly. We really appreciated his support and would highly recommend renting with sears”
Vani P
1 month ago
“Excellent, clear and friendly communication from Keira at Sears. She kept in close contact throughout my property search and was readily available to assist with our process in a very approachable, respectful and professional manner.”
Janine Wetherall
1 month ago
“Massive thank you to Sears' rental property team for helping me both find and move into a new property within 3 weeks. I'd like to specifically thank Keira, Jess and Andy for their invaluable efficiency and overall great service throughout the process.”
Matthew
1 month ago
“All has been absolutely fantastic. The patience shared and understanding have made this time for me and my wife memorable. Special shout-out to Keira Taylor who has helped since the first day.”
João Herculano
2 months ago
“Sears have been an incredible help throughout our search for a new property. I can't thank Kiera, Andy, and Jess enough for their patience, support, and dedication in helping us find the perfect home. Moving to a new area can be overwhelming and daunting, but they made the entire process so much easier. They were always available to answer questions, offer guidance, and support us every step of the way. Thank you, Kiera, Andy, and Jess, for your outstanding service and for making what could have been a stressful experience such a positive one. I would highly recommend Sears to anyone looking for a property!”
Nelum Fiodorov
2 months ago
“I just wanted to say thank you for your excellent communication and the regular updates throughout the sale of my flat. I’m especially grateful to Emma, Cameron, and Rob for all your hard work, professionalism, and support. It has been truly appreciated.”
Emily Wong
2 months ago
“Sears has been brilliant from the start. Every time the team called or emailed it has been for a genuine purpose or call to action, which is greatly appreciated! The team has been proactive and professional throughout the selling process, and always listened with intent to any of my own thoughts or questions.”
Jack Field
2 months ago
“I couldn’t have asked for a better experience so far with selling my apartment with Sears. This is the first time I have gone through selling a property and from the initial valuation with Harvey, the team have really put me at ease. They have been really friendly, professional, and knowledgeable with fantastic communication. Aimee and Poppy in particular have also gone over and above my expectations by leafleting/ door knocking down particular streets we are interested in purchasing from. I really cannot rate the team highly enough would recommend them to anyone looking for an estate agent.”
JL S
2 months ago
“I have just come out of a difficult divorce and was looking to purchase a house for myself and my children. The thought of viewing properties on my own was a bit daunting for me. I first made contact with Sears Estate agents in Wokingham a few months ago and viewed two properties that they were marketing. I met Poppy at both viewings, she was warm, friendly, and professional as well as being very knowledgeable about the properties. Unfortunately, I did not have a buyer for my property so was unable to put in an offer or purchase with Sears. However, I was very impressed that Poppy and her colleague Amy, acknowledged my property search and contacted me recently about another suitable property, before it was marketed live on websites. They were very efficient in arranging a viewing for me promptly. I was met at the property by Alison, who was again, very warm, friendly, welcoming, patient and open to questions. After the viewing, I went to Sears estate agents office in Wokingham town centre, where I was met in a friendly manner and offered a hot drink, which was a nice touch. Poppy assisted me with the administration involved in putting an offer forward, as I had unfortunately left my glasses in my car! She was very helpful and patient and explained how the process of putting the offer forward to the vendor worked. I was very impressed with the office layout, clean lines, modern decor and comfortable chairs. I would like to mention that I was very impressed with my experience with Sears, Wokingham, the staff are excellent role models and ambassadors for Sears, keep up the good work. Allison Radcliffe 😀”
Allison
2 months ago
Ready to start your rental search?
Contact our Bracknell or Wokingham team today, register your requirements and let us help you find your next home in Berkshire.