Tenants preparing to move out may be able to limit the frequency of property viewings by prospective renters, according to legal experts. The issue arises when landlords or letting agents show the property multiple times in the weeks leading to the end of a tenancy, potentially disrupting the current occupant’s privacy and routine.

Under UK tenancy law, tenants retain the right to "quiet enjoyment" and "exclusive possession" of their rented home throughout the tenancy period. This legal framework means that until the tenancy officially ends, tenants maintain control over the property. Landlords or agents do not have an unrestricted right to allow prospective tenants to visit the property at any time.

Although many tenancy agreements include clauses permitting viewings during the final weeks, these do not grant unlimited access. Landlords or agents must give reasonable notice—typically at least 24 hours in writing—and arrange appointments at reasonable times. Frequent or last-minute viewings, such as multiple visits every evening and weekend, may be deemed excessive and disruptive.

If the tenancy agreement does not include a specific clause about viewings, tenants are entitled to refuse any such visits outright until they vacate the property. Where a clause does exist, outright refusal is not permitted, but tenants can negotiate and establish reasonable limits on the frequency and timing of viewings.

Experts recommend that tenants communicate their concerns in writing to landlords or agents. A polite but firm letter can outline the disruption caused by frequent viewings and propose practical restrictions, such as limiting visits to one per week on a mutually convenient day and time, always with at least 24 hours’ notice.

By asserting their rights and setting clear boundaries, tenants can balance the landlord’s interest in re-letting the property with their own need for privacy and minimal disruption during the final stages of their tenancy.