Moving home

If you want to move home, you may be able to switch to a different home with us, or with a different housing association.

What is a home swap?

At Regenda, we offer our residents an option to swap your rented home with someone else who lives in a house owned by a council or housing association. This is called a Mutual Exchange.

Mutual exchanges can be a quick and easy way to find a property better suited to your needs if you aren't in urgent need of housing.

How do I apply to swap homes?

If you already know someone you would like to swap homes with, please fill in this application form, here (this link will open in a new window.) 

The person you want to swap homes with must complete the partner form, here (this link will open in a new window.)

Not got anyone to swap homes with?

If you have not found another person to swap homes with, you can apply through local choice-based lettings or nomination schemes. Find out how to apply for a home in your local area, here (this link will open in a new window.)

Who is allowed to swap homes?

If you have an assured, secure or fixed-term tenancy you could be allowed to exchange your home with another tenant.

The person you swap with must also have an assured, secure or fixed-term tenancy either Regenda or another social landlord.

When you find someone you want to match with, we are usually happy to support your swap if:

  • the new home is the size for you and the person you are swapping homes with
  • you don’t have rent arrears you cannot clear for your current home
  • your property has no adaptations specifically suited for you unless the new tenant has a need for them (this might include a wetroom or stairlift)
  • there is no legal action being taken against you or the person you are swapping homes with.

Why exchange homes?

Swapping homes with someone else can be a quicker and easier way to move than reapplying for housing. Swapping homes is a good opportunity if:

  • You’re starting a job in a new area
  • You need to give or receive care
  • You have health problems and need a different home
  • Your current home is too small or too big
  • Your home is no longer safe for you.

Can I see some homes I could swap with?

At Regenda, we work with House Exchange, another company that lists homes available to swap.

House Exchange helps you find a home in your area or somewhere new. All our residents can use the site for free. Click here to view the House Exchange website (this is a link to another website.)

Watch this short video to see the full process of a mutual exchange: