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You can apply for many of our homes on different websites and through local authorities. Find out how and search for the area you want to live in.

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You can apply for many of our homes on different websites and through local authorities.

In some areas this is via a waiting list that you need to register for. The other option is through a local choice based lettings partnership which lets you apply for the homes you’re interested in rather than going on a waiting list. Where possible, we advertise our homes through these lettings partnerships where you can see properties from lots of landlords all in one place.

In some areas, a number of properties are also given to people referred by the local authority. This is called a local authority nomination.

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How do I apply for a home?

Search for the area that you want to live in below and follow the instructions for the relevant scheme in that area. The process does involve filling in some forms online so please be ready for that.

 

This service provided for you by Merton and Home Connections will give you choice when looking for a home. If you have not registered you will need to complete a housing application form and wait to be assessed. Available homes are advertised from Wednesday to Sunday each week on this website. Council and housing association homes are let to those in greatest need. In order to bid on any available properties, you need to be registered on Merton’s active Housing Register and have been given enough housing points to make a bid. You will also need a User ID number and PIN. Your User ID and PIN are provided by Merton Council’s Housing Assessment Team. You will be told how many housing points you have and what size of home you have been assessed as needing. The number of housing points you have will reflect your particular circumstances and how long you have been on the Housing Register.