A guide to living in Surrey

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Best places to live in Surrey

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The Marches, GU21

By Native Communities

Award winner 2025

4.67

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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Ranked 1st out of 29 in Surrey

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Kooky Staines-Upon-Thames, TW18

By Kooky

4.64

4.64

(34 reviews)

Kooky Staines-Upon-Thames provide 70 rental units of a wider London Square development. The 70 units comprise of one and two bedroom apartments and 35 parking spaces. Residents benefit from a combination of public transport links to Central London, close proximity to Heathrow Airport.
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Ranked 2nd out of 29 in Surrey

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Fizzy Epsom, KT19

By Greystar, Fizzy Living

Award winner 2025

4.63

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 3rd out of 29 in Surrey

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Kooky Redhill, RH1

By Kooky

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4.47

4.47

(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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Ranked 4th out of 29 in Surrey

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The Mint, GU1

By Grainger

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4.73

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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Ranked 5th out of 29 in Surrey

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Reviews marked with a green tick show tenants whose residency we have been able to verify. Those that could not be verified are marked 'unverified'.

Mitch H (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Kooky Staines-Upon-Thames, TW18

May 2026

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5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Young single professional living at Kooky.

Mitch H (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Kooky Staines-Upon-Thames, TW18

May 2026

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

This is a good, central location in Staines very near to all of the local bars and restaurants. Transport links are good, I'd highlight the Heathrow bus that stops a 5 minute walk away and goes directly to the airport. This has made my regular airport trips a lot less stressful. Noise is minimal and parking sufficient.

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

Any issues I raise get fixed immediately. Management occaisionally checks in to ask if anything needs doing.

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

Space in the underground car park is limited and it takes time to get a parking spot. There is very little unpaid parking in the local area, so finding parking during the wait can be quite painful. Visitors will likely need to pay for parking in the town centre, as there are no visitor bays in the car park.


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Asmar Nadeem (Tenant)

Unverified

Guildford Plaza, GU2

May 2026

4
4
This is rated 4.00 out of 5.00.
4

Excellent Development with Great Management

Asmar Nadeem (Tenant)

Unverified

Guildford Plaza, GU2

May 2026

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

The local area is excellent, with a wide range of shops, supermarkets, restaurants, and green spaces nearby. Public transport links are reliable and convenient, and the street is generally quiet, clean, and well maintained with regular bin collections and good parking availability.

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

The management team has responded quickly and professionally to every issue I have raised, with clear communication and effective solutions.

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

The development is very well managed, and any minor issues are resolved quickly, making day-to-day living much easier and more enjoyable.


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TK (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Momento Staines-Upon-Thames, TW18

May 2026

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Positive Experience Living at Momento

TK (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Momento Staines-Upon-Thames, TW18

May 2026

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

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.

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

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

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Living the high life in Woking

Adam (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Marches, GU21

May 2026

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

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.

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

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

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Great place to stay

Henry (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Marches, GU21

May 2026

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

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.

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

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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