Rent your home in Harrow, North London

Portra Rise is located in the heart of Harrow, just a 10 minute walk away from Harrow and Wealdstone station and the town centre, offering excellent connections to London Euston. The development blends modern living in a historically significant location, as the site was once home to the Kodak Alaris factory. With a combination of history, connectivity, and modern amenities, Portra Rise is set to redefine urban living in Harrow.

  • Launching in 2024 - 1, 2 and 3 bedroom London Living Rent apartments
  • Central location in Harrow close to the city centre
  • 10 minute walk to Harrow and Wealdstone station
  • Planned on-site convenience store
  • Excellent transport links to London Euston

A town steeped in history

Portra Rise has a rich history dating back over a century. The site was once home to the Kodak Alaris factory, a renowned institution that employed thousands of people and played a significant role in the community for 130 years. From its early beginnings in 1891, it grew to become the largest manufacturing plant in the British Commonwealth. The factory not only witnessed the rise of industry but also served as a hub for recreational activities. Today, the legacy of Kodak Alaris paves the way for a vibrant and sustainable community featuring podium gardens, green spaces, and fantastic residential offerings.

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Eligibility Criteria:

You must:

  • Be able to provide one month’s rent in advance and five weeks rent as a tenancy deposit
  • Have the right to rent – proven by possession of British/EU/EEA Citizenship or a valid UK residency visa
  • Meet the minimum income and affordability standards – this will depend on the price of the home you are interested in
  • Minimum income requirements should be used as a guide and can vary depending on a household’s circumstances and financial commitments. The minimum income is based on a joint application and the minimum income for a single applications may be higher.
  • Have a formal tenancy (for example, in the private rented sector) or live in an informal arrangement with family or friends as a result of struggling with housing costs
  • Shared Ownership eligibility criteria will apply on your London Living Rent home, L&Q cannot guarantee you will meet future affordability requirements should you wish to buy a Shared Ownership home

You must not:

  • Already own a property or be in the process of buying
  • Have a household income that exceeds £60,000
  • Have an adverse rental history, for example, rent arrears or damage to a property
  • Have a history of bankruptcy, defaults which include late payments, county court judgments (CCJs) or Individual Voluntary Agreements (IVAs).
  • Have exceeded your agreed overdraft amount or gone into overdraft without having an agreed overdraft in place