Ely is predominantly a cathedral city that boasts a pleasant location in Cambridgeshire and it is only a short distance from the city of Cambridge and its wealth of amenities and historic attractions. Ely property is highly sought after partly due to its great location and partly due to its ability to hold onto its heritage while still offering modern facilities. Ely is officially a city and it is the third smallest city in the country with a population of only 15,000. Property in Ely can be found for sale and for rent and there is a great mixture of old and new housing available. Property for sale and for rent range from flats in the city centre through to houses and apartments found further afield and if you are looking for property, Ely is a wonderful place to live. Ely Cathedral is undoubtedly the most prominent landmark in the area and those who live in Ely can enjoy a great location close to Cambridge and London while at the same time make use of its rural location. Ely house sales and rentals prove popular with house hunters for a range of reasons and Ely property located in the heart of the action is as popular as houses found in the suburbs.