A guide to living in Surrey

Surrey is a county in the south of England. It has an area of 1,663 square kilometres and a population of 1.2 million people. Surrey borders London to the North West and Hampshire to the East. The county has many beautiful parks which are great for families, as well as areas with wild landscapes ideal for outdoor pursuits such as cycling or walking. There are so many things to do in Surrey - find out more about this wonderful place!

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The Marches, GU21

By Native Communities

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4.67

(113 reviews)

The Marches offers studios, one and two bedroom apartments to rent in the heart of Woking. In addition, there a lots of resident amenities with a 24/7 onsite team and co-working spaces, terrace gardens as well as inclusive Wi-Fi and resident events. Likewise, it is pet-friendly!

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Fizzy Epsom, KT19

By Greystar, Fizzy Living

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4.63

(155 reviews)

Discover Fizzy Epsom, where convenience meets comfort just a minute's walk from Epsom station. Offering one or two-bedroom apartments, our selection of spacious residences offers modern living spaces designed to elevate your lifestyle. Location: Nestled in the heart of one of the South East's most charming towns, Fizzy Epsom offers direct overground links to London Waterloo, Victoria, and London Bridge, making it an ideal commuter belt location. Enjoy the convenience of local amenities and the vibrant atmosphere of Epsom's high street just moments away. Tenant Benefits: Rent directly from Fizzy to avoid agency fees and benefit from our range of services tailored for your convenience. Join our strong community with invites to exclusive parties and events. Choose our No Deposit solution* for a hassle-free move-in experience. Overall, Fizzy Epsom offers a convenient and modern living experience with various amenities and services tailored for residents' comfort and convenience.

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Ranked 2nd out of 29 in Surrey

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Kooky Redhill, RH1

By Kooky

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4.48

(35 reviews)

Kooky Redhill is a collection of brand-new boutique apartments in the heart of town, just a 2-minute walk from Redhill station for a quick 35-minute journey to central London. Gatwick Airport is only an 8-minute ride away – great for work or a much needed holiday. Stylishly furnished with private balconies, the apartments are pet friendly, have super-fast broadband included and private parking available. Residents’ gym, coworking space, and communal garden – all included.

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The Mint, GU1

By Grainger

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4.73

(16 reviews)

Ideally located next to Guildford train station and only moments from Guildford’s famous cobbled high street with renowned brands and independent boutiques. The Mint has light and spacious, beautifully designed apartments with sophisticated indoor and outdoor social spaces, perfect for entertaining friends or family. Choose from a selection of 1, 2 and 3 bedroom homes to rent with a variety of lay-out options.

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The Oakgate, KT22

By Get Living

4.7

4.70

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The Oakgate in Leatherhead, is a contemporary build-to-rent development offering 214 thoughtfully designed one, two, and three-bedroom apartments. Developed by Watkin Jones and managed by Get Living, it stands as Leatherhead's first purpose-built rental community, emphasizing sustainability and modern living . Each apartment comes fully furnished with integrated Bosch appliances, built-in wardrobes, and included Wi-Fi, ensuring a seamless move-in experience . Residents benefit from amenities such as an on-site gym, co-working spaces, resident lounges, landscaped courtyards, and secure parking with EV charging points . Situated just a five-minute walk from Leatherhead station, The Oakgate offers excellent connectivity to London, with direct trains to Waterloo and Victoria in under an hour . The development also boasts strong environmental credentials, including air source heat pumps and a Home Quality Mark Level 3 certification, reflecting its commitment to sustainable living .

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TK (Tenant)

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Momento Staines-Upon-Thames, TW18

May 2026

This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.

Positive Experience Living at Momento

TK (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Momento Staines-Upon-Thames, TW18

May 2026

The development is a modern, well-presented apartment building with high-quality finishes throughout. The communal areas are consistently clean, well maintained, and reflect the standard expected of a premium property. The building and property management has been very good overall. Issues are handled promptly and maintenance requests are dealt with efficiently. Communication is clear and professional, and the property is well maintained.

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I am currently living at Momento and have had a very positive experience so far. It is a really nice place to live, with a well-managed and pleasant environment that makes day-to-day living comfortable. Everything has been handled smoothly and professionally, and any queries have been addressed quickly and efficiently. Communication has been clear, consistent, and reliable throughout. Special thanks to Djelza for her help with the introduction and onboarding process and to Benedetta for her ongoing support with any questions or issues that arise. Their assistance has been greatly appreciated. Overall, I am very happy with my experience here and would recommend living at Momento.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

I have experienced a few minor issues; however, they have been addressed and resolved promptly, efficiently, and in a highly professional manner.

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Everything was explained very well during the tour, and I felt well-informed before moving in. There wasn’t anything in particular I wish I had known in advance, as the process and expectations were communicated clearly from the start.

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Adam (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Marches, GU21

May 2026

This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.

Living the high life in Woking

Adam (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Marches, GU21

May 2026

The Marches has excellent apartments and facilities with great views of the Surrey countryside. The natural light really lets the apartments shine, and having a furnished flat is a great help to a lot of residents. The maintenance team do an excellent job of keeping the building running. They really have their work cut out, and they, and the cleaning staff do a brilliant job of maintaining the appearance and functionality of the building. Ryan has been an excellent presence and I really appreciate the hard work that he puts in, going above and beyond for the sake of the residents. Ryan, Pedro and Nkosi have helped me with a whole manner of swift repairs from washing machines, to sinks and doors. This kind of service makes living at The Marches feel special. Community spirit is encouraged, and I have appreciated the hard work that management have taken to set up events and allow residents the space to explore hobbies and groups.

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This is a great central location in Woking with easy access to shops and restaurants. Train station and bus stops are located very close by. Parking is all part of the Victoria Place shopping centre, which is expensive, but does provide a covered area for your vehicle.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

The maintenance team are always on hand. Management are happy to be communicated with directly.

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I would highly recommend viewing different floor plans to see what is right for you, as the small differences can help decision making.

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Henry (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Marches, GU21

May 2026

This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.

Great place to stay

Henry (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Marches, GU21

May 2026

The staff that we've come across here are all very friendly and always willing to help - they also love pets! Throughout the mornings you have Anne, Jasmine, Beth and Rosa at the reception desk. Ed and John cleaning around the building. Ryan who is out and about maintaining the gardens, Nkosi going around fixing things and also the night shift, Bilal and Ali, looking after us. Anne was the one who originally showed us around and we had a bunch of questions mainly regarding utilities, which she was patient about and managed to answer them all. The building is split up into East and West that is connected via the second floor garden and each side has their own benefits. The East has the parcel room and direct access to the pet garden, whereas the west has direct access to the car park. The development has events on throughout the week for residents such as yoga, book club, pet parties, etc. and also an end of month drinks and a start of month breakfast social to get to know your neighbours. There is also a nice coworking space at the top of the building with a view. Free wifi is also included in the home and throughout the building.

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Location is brilliant, you are literally above a shopping centre which has a good variety of shops, there is also a wide variety of cuisines around and also a good range of bars. There is also an escape room, the arcades, theatre, cinema and even a culinary experience at the Gordon Ramsay Academy and only 5 minutes walk away from the train station that can quickly get into London Waterloo in 30 minutes.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

There is an app which you can log and see the status of your issues, we had a few issues but were resolved pretty much the same day, or if there was a missing piece, then you would get an update via the app or a phone call.

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I guess if I had to nitpick, if you're on the lower levels, you can hear the trains go by, but it doesn't really bother us, we've been here for 6 months now and so far so good!

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Josh Keys (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Marches, GU21

May 2026

This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.

Fantastic place to live

Josh Keys (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Marches, GU21

May 2026

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

So many food and shopping options in Woking and the immediate shopping centre below us. There’s fast food, nicer sit down restaurants and a few pubs!

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

I have only experienced one issue (washing machine) and Ryan came with me from reception (at the time i initially reported it) and sorted for me within 10 mins!

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Cardboard not going down the recycling shoot is odd but there’s adequate way around it (cardboard room)

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AT (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Marches, GU21

May 2026

This is rated 3.00 out of 5.00.

Overall good, design is simple but elegant

AT (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Marches, GU21

May 2026

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Acceptable and convenient. Daily living support is adequate, shopping malls are just right next to it. 5 minutes walking distance to train station, 24 minutes to London Waterloo Station.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

Yes Handover checklist is very helpful and management has agreed to follow up

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

Try to view different floors and apartments as many as possible before committing, higher floors will give you a different experience.

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