New AI platform nHabit is shaking up the UK rental market by giving tenants more control over their search experience – and could be the game-changer landlords and letting agents need. Launched by Steven Charlton, a veteran of architecture practice Perkins&Will, this cutting-edge platform claims to revolutionise the way renters find their perfect home.
nHabit's innovative approach allows users to describe their ideal living environment in everyday language, focusing on lifestyle preferences rather than traditional geographical searches. Instead of searching for homes by postcode or town name, prospective tenants can specify what matters most to them – local amenities, neighbourhood atmosphere, and more.
For landlords and letting agents, nHabit promises a significant advantage: increased exposure for properties in under-the-radar areas that may be overlooked due to their postcode. The platform's creators believe this could help smaller estate agents compete with the likes of Rightmove and Zoopla by providing an alternative route to connect with tenants.
nHabit's technology originated from mapping software used to assess the vibrancy of areas surrounding new developments. By integrating this system with a large language model, specifically adapted for residential property searches, nHabit has created a user-friendly interface that prioritises neighbourhood evaluation and comprehensive data over traditional geographical boundaries.
As nHabit targets landlords, letting agents, build-to-rent operators, and co-living providers across the UK, it's clear this newcomer is positioning itself as a disruptive force in the property market – one that could give tenants more choice and help smaller players gain a foothold.