Whether it’s moving out of home for the first time, or your current lease is coming to an end – you’re likely looking at rental property listings in your area, or at least, thinking about doing so.
Is there a perfect time to start your search, and is there a sweet spot between too soon and too late?
The Perth property management team at Pro Property Group will walk you through the best timing and preparations for rental searches below.
Read on from Pro Property Group to learn more.
The perfect time to start looking for a rental property
Are you a seasoned or first-time renter looking for your next place? We don’t need to remind you that time is of the essence – but don’t let that scare you.
Consider browsing real estate listings websites like REIWA, or better yet, go directly to a Perth real estate agency website. We recommend doing so at least 4 weeks before you need to move.
Why?
- There’s no guarantee that the inner-city apartment, suburban home or lifestyle unit you see today will be listed tomorrow, or available in a few weeks or months when you’re due to move.
- A smart idea is getting a feel for what’s out there first, knowing your preferred suburbs and what requirements you want the property to have.
Remember, not everyone successfully secures the rental they want first time around – especially in a tight rental market.
If you have time, research what you want and where you want it.
Preparation is essential
Renting a property, regardless of if it’s the first, or fifth, is an important stage in your life. So, with anything major in your life – don’t forget to plan ahead and plan accordingly.
These include:
- Your budget – practice good money habits before and during your lease.
- Gather your professional references.
- Know what you want, plus what you’re willing to compromise on.
Attend the inspections
Go out there and attend the property inspections. It’s undoubtedly easier to trust in the property photos provided in online listings, yet nothing is better than seeing and walking through the property in-person.
You’ll also be able to get a feel for the following:
- The neighbourhood – are you surrounded by singles, retirees or families?
- The location to the nearest shops, cafes, train or bus stops.
If the property meets and exceeds your expectations and it’s realistically within budget, why not apply?
Final thoughts
The answer to ‘how soon is too soon to search for rentals?’ really depends on the urgency.
If you have time, you can get more of a feel for what you want (and what you don’t want).
To put a timeframe on it, generally 4 weeks + before the intention to move is ideal, as mentioned above.
Whatever your Perth rental property needs, the team at Pro Property Group are who you can rely on.
Looking for rentals in Perth that tick all of the boxes?
Contact Pro Property Group today to see what’s available and waiting for your application.