The city of Ely is set in Cambridgeshire and is home to only 15,000 people, many of whom rent their property to either commute to work or to university. With Cambridge a mere 14 miles from Ely and London only 32, it is easy to see why it is such a popular place to rent property for both regular commuters and students. There is a good rail network and the roads link Ely with major towns and cities as well as nearby villages. Ely's name derives from the word 'island' as before the 18th century when the Fens were drained, Ely was cut off by water and was in affect an island.

Ely is a cathedral city and its streets in the heart of the town are windy and quaint. Many of the buildings are old and have a historical importance. There are still two weekly markets held in the centre of Ely that attract many locals. Renting a house close to the action is a great way to cut out travel but if you prefer a quieter setting then fear not as there are many houses to rent in the outskirts of the city as well. The A10 means locals can travel out of the city with ease and the local rail network is extensive with train services out to London and Kings Lynn.

The Great River Ouse runs through Ely and the University of Cambridge regularly train for the annual boat race between themselves and Oxford University in Ely Marina. The river is a popular source of entertainment in Ely with many local people enjoying boating, canoeing and fishing in the area. The main part of Ely is home to numerous shops and cafés as well as providing a main base for students and commuters looking to rent a home in Ely.