Submitting Properties Manually
Step-by-step guide to listing properties on Domovita without using automated feeds.
Before You Start
- Make sure you have an approved agent account (check your account dashboard)
- Ensure you are signed in to that account
- There is no property limit - listing is free and unlimited
- Gather property details, images, and floorplans
Starting a New Listing
- Log into your Domovita account
- Click your avatar in the top navigation
- Select "Submit Property" from the dropdown
- Or navigate directly to:
/submit
Property Details Form
Basic Information
- Listing Type: Sale or Rent (toggle at top of form)
- Property Type: Detached, Semi-Detached, Terraced, Flat, Bungalow, etc.
- Title: Catchy headline (max 200 characters)
- Example: "Stunning 3 Bedroom Family Home with Garden"
- Description: Full property description (supports rich text)
Pricing
- For Sale: Enter price in £ (e.g., 350000 for £350,000)
- For Rent: Monthly rent in £ (e.g., 1250 for £1,250 PCM)
- Price Qualifier: Guide price, offers over, POA, etc.
Location
- Postcode: Full UK postcode (required) - used for geocoding
- Address Line 1: Street number and name
- Address Line 2: (Optional) Additional address line
- Town/City: Property location
- County: County name
- Display Address: How address appears on listing (e.g., "Maple Street, Cambridge")
Property Features
- Bedrooms: Number of bedrooms
- Bathrooms: Number of bathrooms
- Receptions: Reception rooms (lounge, dining room, etc.)
- Garden: Yes/No/Private/Communal
- Parking: Garage, Driveway, Street, None
Additional Details
- Council Tax Band: A through H
- EPC Rating: A through G (mandatory for rentals)
- Tenure: Freehold, Leasehold, Shared Freehold
- Year Built: Construction year
Images and Media
Uploading Images
- Scroll to the "Images" section
- Click "Upload Images" or drag-and-drop
- Select multiple images at once (JPG, PNG, WEBP supported)
- Wait for upload progress bars to complete
- Drag images to reorder them
- Click star icon to set primary image (shown first on listings)
Image Guidelines
- Minimum: 3 images recommended
- Maximum: 40 images per property
- Size: Max 8MB per image
- Dimensions: Minimum 800x600px, recommended 1920x1080px
- First Image: Should be main exterior or best room shot
Floorplans
- Upload as images in the same section
- Label clearly in filename (e.g., "Ground_Floor_Plan.jpg")
Virtual Tours and Videos
- Virtual Tour URL: Paste link to Matterport, 360° tour, or similar
- Video URL: YouTube or Vimeo link (auto-embeds on property page)
Rental-Specific Fields
These appear only when Listing Type = Rent:
- Deposit: Amount in £. In England the Tenant Fees Act 2019 caps it at 5 weeks' rent where the annual rent is under £50,000, and 6 weeks' rent at £50,000 or more (Schedule 1)
- Minimum Tenancy: for new private tenancies in England from 1 May 2026, leave this blank or say there is none - an assured periodic tenancy cannot have an end date, and the tenant can leave on notice (gov.uk)
- Available From: Date property is ready to let
- Furnished: Unfurnished, Part-Furnished, Fully Furnished
- Let Type: Long-term, Short-term, Student, Commercial
- Landlord Type: Auto-set to "Letting Agent"
EPC Rating: Mandatory for all rentals. Cannot submit without it.
Agent Details
- Displayed Name: Your agency name (auto-filled from branch)
- Contact Number: Phone number shown on listing
- Contact Email: Email for enquiries
Publishing Options
- Auto-Publish: As an approved agent, your listing goes live immediately
- Save as Draft: Option to save without publishing (unpublished state)
- Featured Listing: Optionally pay to feature it after submission - "Feature This Property" in "My Properties"
Submitting the Property
- Review all fields for accuracy
- Check images are in correct order with primary image set
- Agree to terms and conditions checkbox
- Click "Submit Property" button
- You'll see a success message with link to view the live listing
After Submission
- Property appears in "My Properties" immediately
- If auto-publish enabled: Live on site within seconds
- Property URL format:
https://domovita.co.uk/property/[address-slug] - Property is discoverable via search, map, and town pages
- SEO meta tags and JSON-LD schema auto-generated
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Poor quality images: Use professional photos, not phone snapshots
- Missing postcode: Required for geocoding and map display
- Vague descriptions: Be detailed about features, nearby amenities, etc.
- Wrong property type: Choose accurately (affects search filters)
- No primary image: Always set the best image as primary
Need Help?
If you encounter errors during submission:
- Check browser console for specific error messages
- Verify all required fields are filled
- Try reducing image file sizes if uploads fail
- Contact support with property reference if issues persist
Last reviewed: 22 October 2026. This is general guidance, not legal advice - always check the current gov.uk guidance.