The wish list for tenants is ever-growing. As the rental market becomes even more competitive, people are looking for more features in a rental than just a favourable location and a clean property. Using our expertise, we’ve come up with the four things that tenants want from a rental.
1. Ample storage space
Storage space is one of the most desirable features for any home nowadays. New builds are prioritising storage in their designs as a standard practice. If your rental is an older building, then it’s likely that built-in storage is in limited supply. To attract tenants, consider providing them with access to the loft or a garden shed. If this isn’t available, you could supply a small wardrobe or set of drawers, or even invest in a built-in storage cupboard that can be squeezed into a hallway or living room.
2. Office space in the home
Remote working is soaring in popularity. Naturally, this means that home offices are becoming more and more desirable for renters and buyers. People are even selling their homes to find better remote working spaces! Even if you don’t have a spare room, there are other ways to capitalise on space. Can you squeeze a desk in a living room, hallway, or even under the stairs? Measure up and see where a home office can fit in. You could even include a desk as part of the furnishings to make it clear to tenants that they could work in your property.
3. A reliable landlord
Effective communication and responsive property management are essential factors for tenants. Tenants want landlords who are accessible, responsive to maintenance requests, and proactive in addressing any issues that may arise during their tenancy. By being reliable and responsive, you can help tenants feel secure and well-cared for in their rental home.
4. Security
The crime rates in the area surrounding your property are completely out of your control. But people do want to feel safe and secure in their home. Regardless of the local crime rates, adding an alarm or another security feature can be highly cost-effective and will increase your chances of attracting tenants
Attract great tenants with our help
For more advice on how to attract and retain excellent tenants, contact your local Martin & Co branch today.
