2nd floor flats to rent

A second floor flat in the UK means two levels up from street level. That is, you have the ground floor flat at street level, then above that you have the first floor and then the second floor flat. In other countries, including the US, the terminology is different and the street level flat is called the first floor flat.


The UK 2nd floor flat has advantages for those that don't mind stairs and lifts. You are protected from some of the noise at street level, you are usually at less risk from burglaries, you have more privacy than floor beneath it and you also have better views and sometimes a balcony or roof terrace which again is more private than those on the 1st floor below. However, a 2nd floor flat is often not suitable for the elderly or those unfit to climb stairs if there is no lift. Unlike a ground floor flat your outdoor space is often a bit limited.


If the block of flats only has three stories then your 2nd floor flat is also the "penthouse" and has additional advantages of there being no noise above it and no through traffic on the lift or stairwell outside.

The average rental value for 2nd floor flats in UK is currently £1,561, 8% higher than the national average value for all homes which is £1,441.

There are 3,701 properties available immediately for 2nd floor flats to rent in UK, compared to 1,849 in London.

161 new property listings for this search have been found in the last calendar day, compared with 533 in the last 72 hours and 1,519 in the last week.

Agents presently offering 2nd floor flats to rent in UK include Carter Jonas, Garton Jones, Your Move.