Mid Market Rent (MMR)

Mid Market Rent (MMR) is a type of affordable housing, where rents are lower than in the private market, but higher than council or housing association rent.

Who is MMR for?

MMR aims to help households on modest incomes, that have difficulty accessing social rented housing, buy their own home, or rent privately.

Properties in Midlothian

MMR properties are usually let and managed by sister companies of Housing Associations.

The following providers are currently offering/developing MMR in Midlothian:

• Melville Housing Association         
• Lowther Homes (part of the Wheatley Group)           
• Touchstone (part of Places for People)        

Eligibility

The criteria for accessing MMR varies between providers but usually prospective tenants must be employed (or have a job offer) and their gross yearly household income must be between £20,000 and £40,000.

Further information

Contact the providers listed to find out more about MMR and properties available.