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The rent, includes all utilities, council tax, and access to a range of amenities. These amenities include a 24-hour concierge service, a fully-equipped gym, a lounge and library area, co-working spaces, a meeting room, a social room for events, secure cycle storage, additional storage for suitcases and boxes, a laundry room, and roof terraces. Also, enjoy complimentary coffee, bi-weekly cleaning, and linen change services.
Our lease agreement is flexible, designed to accommodate the varying needs of our residents. The deposit is just one month’s rent. We provide clear terms regarding notice periods and early termination to ensure transparency and fairness.
We promote a community of good neighbours. This means tidying up after using communal areas, adhering to a strict no drugs or smoking policy, and respecting each other’s space and privacy. Our aim is to create a harmonious living environment for everyone.
Diff_Rent is home to a dynamic and eclectic mix of residents, creating a unique and engaging community atmosphere. It’s the perfect place for ambitious young professionals seeking networking opportunities, remote workers desiring a change of scenery, and urban explorers craving the city buzz. Our community also caters to those transitioning to new phases in life, such as relocators seeking new adventures or downsizers looking for a more manageable living space. Our doors are open to business travelers in need of a temporary base, leisure seekers on extended stays, and commuters looking for a convenient second home close to the city. Additionally, we welcome post-graduate students and international learners in search of a culturally rich and supportive environment. At Diff_Rent, diversity isn’t just a word – it’s our way of life, fostering connections, growth, and unforgettable experiences. Our tenants come from diverse backgrounds, each seeking the blend of private living with the benefits of a community. Most are professionals or individuals who appreciate the convenience and vibrancy of urban living.
Each apartment is self-contained, ensuring your private space is truly yours. We use Salto doors and Vinkhouse 3-point SBD locking systems for maximum security and privacy.
Common areas are maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness and functionality. Our bi-weekly cleaning service extends to these areas, ensuring they are always ready for your use and enjoyment.
Any repairs and maintenance issues can be easily reported through our dedicated app with a ticketing system, ensuring a timely and efficient response.
The standard bi-weekly cleaning is included in your rent. If you require more frequent cleaning, it’s available at £35 per session. For an additional £10, we offer a fridge stocking service with water and soft drinks.
Security is a top priority. We have 24-hour concierge service and 77 CCTV cameras strategically placed around the site to ensure your safety and peace of mind.
You’re welcome to personalize your apartment. We only ask that you return it to its original condition when you leave. This freedom allows you to make your space truly feel like home.
We understand the importance of a reliable internet connection. Each flat has its own dedicated WiFi and LAN network, powered by a 10GB leased line, ensuring fast and uninterrupted online access.
In the rare event of disputes or issues with other residents, our management team is on hand to assist. We handle complaints professionally and strive to resolve any conflicts swiftly and amicably.” These detailed answers should provide prospective tenants with a clear and comprehensive understanding of what living in your co-living building entails, highlighting its convenience, modern amenities, and the vibrant community they would be joining.
There is a treadmill, a rowing machine, there is a full range of weights, there are several multi functional weights machines.
The lounge has comfortable seating an informal relaxed atmosphere a place where you can host friends, work, grab a coffee and enjoy the views over the roof terrace.
The library has books you can enjoy reading, some board games and tables chairs a sofas, its a quiet space for work or leisure.
The social room has cooking facilities, dining facilities as well as a pool table and foosball table. Invite your friends over for dinner, relax, eat, drink and enjoy. We only last that you clean up after yourselves and respect other users whilst you are all using the same facilities.
The cinema is a private screening room, you can book it out privately for you and your friends to connect up to the projector with your streaming app or use it with others to watch your favourite movies. This room can be booked out and transformed into a room for private parties on request.
We are including 1 suitcase which can be stored in our secure luggage room when you move in, to access this suitcase you will have to present the ticket you are issued when we take it from you to a member of staff who can then bring it to you.
You can book the meeting rooms on our app.
Yes this is true, its located by the gym, and we plan on offering our residents massages once we settle down.
Yes this is correct, you can have free coffee in the lounge during open hours and free coffee in the cafe on the ground floor from 7am to 10am every day.
33 Lowlands Road, Harrow, HA1 3WP
First you should come in for a tour and see the different apartment types, relax in the cafe with a coffee and go round the whole building before you make a decision. Once you have decided a member of our staff will take a holding deposit and you will need to fill out an application, once your references are checked, if successful you will be made an offer with a formal contract and a move in date, with a how to rent booklet. Our management will meet you on the move in date and arrange for an inventory to be carried out of the apartment and give you an orientation of the building as well as go over how to use things in the apartment. You will also be given your room key, the app and go over in detail how to report maintenance issues and complaints.
We will not evict anyone who is not in breach of their agreement with us.
We will be running different events every week, the events will depend on the season and the demand for the type of event which we will gauge through feedback. In the past we have had Super Sweet Sunday, your favourite sweets stacked all over the lounge for you to grab a bag and take as many as you want. Throwback Thursday, a dance night with hits from the 80s 90s and 00s. Massage Monday, swedish massages for everyone!
The smallest apartment is 17m2 with most being 19m2 and the largest being 28m2.
Northwick Park Hospital, which also has an A and E Department
107 Headstone Road, Harrow, Middlesex, HA1 1PG. Telephone 02088638923
We are in Harrow.
Morrisons and Aldi are very close with Marks and Spencer at the BP Petrol station being the closest.
The bed is 1.5m wide and 2m long.
Yes, there is a kitchen with cupboards, a side table, a wardrobe, a bookcase and large underbed storage.
Speak to the management on-site to see if they can help.
Speak to the management on-site to see if they can help.
You are able to but your contract is for the whole duration and is legally binding – subject to management approval you can find a replacement tenant for the remainder of your tenancy but you will still be liable for the rent of the whole tenancy if you do move out.
Your deposit is held by TDS which is a government authorised custodial deposit holder.
After you move out and the deductions (or none) are agreed.
Our staff carry out your inventory on checking in and checking out.
You could set the smoke alarms off and cause an evacuation of the whole building, we will levy a fine on anyone smoking or misusing the fire alarm call points.
Yes.
Daily.
Arriving by Air
- From Heathrow Airport:
- By Taxi: The quickest option is to take a taxi directly to the address. It should take approximately 30 minutes depending on traffic.
- By Public Transport: Take the Piccadilly Line towards Cockfosters and change at Green Park Station for the Jubilee Line towards Stanmore. Get off at Wembley Park and take the Metropolitan Line towards Uxbridge or Watford, getting off at Harrow-on-the-Hill Station. The building is a short walk from the station.
- From Gatwick Airport:
- By Taxi: A taxi will take around 1 hour and 15 minutes to get to Harrow.
- By Public Transport: Take the Gatwick Express or a Southern train to London Victoria. From Victoria, take the Victoria Line to Green Park and then switch to the Jubilee Line, followed by the Metropolitan Line as described above.
Arriving by Rail
- By Rail:
Take the London Overground service to Watford Junction and get off at Harrow & Wealdstone. From there, you can either take a short taxi ride or walk for about 25 minutes to reach the building with the Diff_Rent logo. - By Tube:
Take the Metropolitan Line directly from Kings Cross St Pancras to Harrow-on-the-Hill Station. The building is a short walk from there.
Arriving by Bus
- Harrow Bus Station is located near Harrow-on-the-Hill Station. You can take any bus that stops there. Notable bus lines include the 183, H18, and H19. From the bus station, it’s a brief walk to 33 Lowlands Road.
Arriving by Car
- From the M25, take the exit towards Harrow via the A404. Continue on the A404 until you reach Harrow. As you enter Harrow, navigate towards Harrow-on-the-Hill Station; Lowlands Road is located nearby. Look for the building with the Diff_Rent logo.
Arriving by Taxi
- Simply provide the driver with the address, 33 Lowlands Road, Harrow, HA1 3AW. Mention that it’s near Harrow-on-the-Hill Station and to look for the building with a Diff_Rent logo.
- Remember that travel times can vary greatly depending on the time of day and traffic conditions. Always check the latest traffic updates and public transport schedules before starting your journey.
By walk from Harrow on the Hill Station
Parking
- Nearest Public Car Parks and their Tariffs
- Parking
- Greenhill Way Car Park
- Location: Greenhill Way, Harrow, HA1 1LE
- Tariffs: Typically, the charges may range from £1.50 for up to 1 hour to around £10 for over 6 hours during the day. Evening, overnight, and weekend rates may be lower.
- St. Ann’s Shopping Centre Car Park
- Location: St. Ann’s Road, Harrow, HA1 1AS
- Tariffs: The tariffs can vary, with possible charges of £1.60 for 1 hour, increasing to £14 for 6 hours or more. They also offer a flat rate for evening parking.
- St. George’s Shopping Centre Car Park
- Location: St. George’s Centre, Harrow, HA1 1HS
- Tariffs: Similar to St. Ann’s, the rates may start from around £1.60 for an hour, with a full-day parking potentially costing around £10
- They offer monthly tariffs from £2 per day for 1 month.
- Greenhill Way Car Park
Smoking is strictly prohibited anywhere on site.
Yes we have 3 disabled parking spots.
Yes, you are entitled to a discount of the council tax on the apartment ask one of our staff to help you guided.
The building has been completed and is occupied from 2024
2 basement floors, The ground floor and 8 floors above it.
Yes we have 2 lifts.
Diff_Rent is our co-living brand.
This is at your own discretion.
The monthly rents vary for. different unit type, this includes utilities, council tax, a 24-hour concierge service, access to a gym, lounge, library, co-working spaces, a meeting room, social room, cycle storage, additional storage for suitcases and boxes, a laundry room, and free coffee. The rent also covers biweekly cleaning and linen changes.
Each self-contained apartment features a fully-equipped kitchen, a 50-inch television, and a fully tiled bathroom with an anti-steam mirror. The apartments are designed for comfort and convenience, blending modern living with home comforts.
The building is just a 5-minute walk from Harrow on the Hill train and tube station. The town centre, with its vast array of amenities including two shopping malls (St Annes and St Georges), a Vue cinema, and various shops, is only a 7-minute walk away.
We expect all residents to be good neighbours, which includes keeping communal areas tidy after use. There’s a strict no drugs and no smoking policy. We foster a respectful and community-oriented environment.
Beyond biweekly cleaning in included , additional cleaning services are available at £35 per session. Fridge stocking with water and soft drinks is offered for an additional £10.
The building is secured with Salto doors and Vinkhouse 3-point SBD locking systems. Additionally, there are 77 CCTV cameras on-site, ensuring resident safety. Our 24-hour concierge also contributes to the overall security.
We have a user-friendly app with a ticketing system for reporting and tracking repairs and maintenance issues. Our team is dedicated to addressing concerns promptly to maintain the highest standards.
Yes, you’re welcome to decorate your apartment. We only ask that you return it to its original condition upon vacating.
The building boasts a 10GB leased line, providing high-speed internet. Each apartment has its own dedicated WiFi and LAN network for uninterrupted connectivity.
Complaints are taken seriously and handled discretely by our management team. We aim to resolve any issues efficiently to maintain a harmonious living environment.
Our co-living space is home to a diverse group of individuals who enjoy the blend of private living and community engagement. Regular social events and shared spaces like the lounge, library, and roof terraces offer ample opportunities to connect with fellow residents.
You can move in from 3 pm.
We request that you move out by 12 pm.
Like some other co-living operators – we aren’t a repurposed office block or a converted hotel, these buildings are generally poor examples of what co-living buildings should be. When you live in our blocks you will note they are designed around you and your lifestyle, you can register on the electoral roll for example and vote, which you can’t at many other co-living buildings.