Get a free rental valuation from Moginie James

Last updated 29 October 2026

Does Moginie James cover your property?

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Find out what your property could rent for with a free valuation from Moginie James, one of Cardiff's leading letting agents. Enter your postcode to check whether Moginie James covers your area. If it does, your request goes to the local Moginie James branch, or the LRG sister branch that covers your postcode, for a free valuation and advice on how it could let and manage your property. It only takes a couple of minutes, and you're under no obligation to go ahead.

About Moginie James

Moginie James was formed in 2001 and specialises in lettings in Cardiff, with branches in Cyncoed, Pontcanna and Roath. It has been part of LRG since 2021.

What you get from a free rental valuation

A rental valuation is the first step to letting any property, and it costs you nothing. When your local branch values your property, you can expect:

A realistic monthly rent based on similar homes that have recently let nearby, not just asking prices online.
Advice on what affects the rent, such as furnishing, parking, outdoor space and the condition of the kitchen and bathroom.
A view on local demand, including who is likely to rent your property and how quickly it could let.
An explanation of the services on offer, so you can decide how much of the work you want to hand over.
A clear quote for fees, so you know what letting through the branch would cost before you commit to anything.

Even if you aren't ready to let yet, a valuation gives you a figure to plan with, whether you're moving out, buying to let or deciding whether to sell.

How it works

Enter your postcode and a few details about the property: its type, number of bedrooms and when you'd like to let it.
We pass your request to LRG. Moginie James is part of LRG, and LRG sends every request to the local branch that covers your postcode. That's usually Moginie James, or it may be a sister brand such as another LRG brand if they're closer to your property.
Get your valuation. Your local branch gives you its rent figure and explains its services and fees.
Decide in your own time. There's no obligation. Look at the figure and the quote, ask questions, and only go ahead if it's right for you.

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How Moginie James can let your property

Moginie James offers landlords three levels of service, so you can choose how involved you want to be.

Let only (tenant find): Moginie James markets your property, carries out viewings, references applicants and sets up the tenancy. After that, you manage it yourself.
Rent collection: as let only, plus Moginie James collects the rent each month and passes it on to you.
Fully managed: Moginie James takes care of everything, including rent collection, repairs, regular inspections and keeping safety certificates and legal notices up to date.

Full management is popular with landlords who live outside Cardiff or let more than one property, and it means your licensed agent handles the Welsh compliance rules for you. The team will explain what each level includes at your valuation.

Areas Moginie James covers

Moginie James covers Cardiff and the surrounding area, including:

Cardiff: Cardiff city centre, Cardiff Bay, Roath, Cathays, Pontcanna, Canton, Cyncoed, Llanishen, Whitchurch, Rumney and Ely
Vale of Glamorgan: Penarth and the edge of Barry
North of Cardiff: Radyr, Caerphilly, Pontypridd and Llantrisant
Bridgend: Bridgend, Porthcawl and Pencoed
Newport edge: Rogerstone and Bassaleg

Not sure if your property is covered? Enter your postcode and we'll tell you straight away.

Letting in Cardiff

Cardiff's rental market is driven by its universities, its role as the Welsh capital and a growing number of professionals working in the city centre and Cardiff Bay. Areas such as Cathays and Roath have a large student market, while Pontcanna, Canton, Penarth and Cyncoed attract professionals and families looking for longer lets.

Because demand varies so much from one neighbourhood to the next, a valuation based on recent lets in your street gives you a far more reliable figure than a city-wide average.

Letting rules in Wales

Letting in Wales works differently from England. Since 1 December 2022, private tenancies in Wales have been "occupation contracts" under the Renting Homes (Wales) Act 2016, and landlords must give tenants a written statement of the contract. Homes must be fit for human habitation, which includes working smoke alarms and an electrical safety check at least every five years. Landlords must also register with Rent Smart Wales, and anyone who lets or manages the property must hold a licence, or use an agent who does.

The Renters' Rights Act that changed letting in England in 2026 does not apply in Wales. A valuation from a Cardiff agent that knows the Welsh rules makes sure your rent figure and your paperwork are both right from the start.

Questions to ask at your valuation

What rent would you advertise my property at, and what is that based on?
What's included in each service, and what costs extra?
Is your fee quoted with or without VAT?
How long is the contract, and is there a cost to leave?
Who will look after my property day to day?
How do you reference tenants, and what happens if rent isn't paid?

Frequently asked questions

Who owns Moginie James?

Moginie James has been part of LRG since 2021. The brand and its Cardiff branches were kept after the acquisition.

Do I need to register with Rent Smart Wales?

Yes. Private landlords in Wales must register with Rent Smart Wales, and anyone carrying out letting or management work must be licensed. Using a licensed agent such as Moginie James covers the licensing requirement for that work.

How much does Moginie James charge landlords?

Fees depend on your property, its location and the service you choose. The team will give you a written quote at your valuation, so you know exactly what you'd pay before deciding.

Is the valuation really free?

Yes. The rental valuation is free and there's no obligation to let your property with Moginie James afterwards.

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