ground rent

American

noun

the rent at which land is let to a tenant either for a long term or perpetually.

ground rent British

noun

law the rent reserved by a lessor on granting a lease, esp one for a long period of years

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Etymology

Origin of ground rent

First recorded in 1660–70

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ground rent

Most said that fast rising service changes and ground rent costs make them feel they have little control over their own homes.

From BBC ● Jul. 7, 2026

Occupants pay up to $55,000 upfront, plus annual ground rent and service fees.

From The Wall Street Journal ● May 26, 2026

The English Housing Survey estimated that in 2023/24 the average annual ground rent was £304 a year.

From BBC ● May 26, 2026

The English Housing Survey estimates the average annual ground rent in 2023/2024 was £304.

From BBC ● Jan. 27, 2026

The park men charge a small ground rent plus fees for water and electricity.

From "Travels with Charley in Search of America" by John Steinbeck

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