In recent times, urban areas in Australia have experienced a rise in population. There is currently high demand for housing and a spike in rural-urban migrations. This has made finding rental properties in a big city much harder than it was before.
It's even more challenging to find a rental property at an affordable price in cities such as Sidney, Melbourne, and Brisbane. If you're on the hunt for a property in the big cities, follow some of these techniques, and you may land yourself the property you have always been looking for.
Be friendly with the locals
If you're new to the city or a particular neighborhood, talking to the locals can give you an inside perspective on properties in the area. They can enlighten you on where the best properties are and how you can save on costs when finding one.
Therefore, take some time to converse with local cab drivers and store owners. Explore multiple areas of the city and see what different locals have to say about rental properties in their area.
Check online property listings
With advancements in technology, rental properties in big cities have become easier to find through property listing websites. These websites enable property owners to list their homes and for potential renters to find them when they come looking.
Become familiar with the neighborhood
In addition to taking advantage of technology to make your work easier, you can also stumble upon a great rental property by simply walking across the neighborhood. Some landlords tend to use old-fashioned methods and simply place a "for rent" sign on the front lawn of the property.
This tends to be quite effective in big cities because many people will simply walk by the property, and the sign might catch their eye. Dedicate some time to walking around neighborhoods that you're looking to live in.
Be willing to sacrifice
Due to the competitive nature of finding a rental property in Australian big cities, you should be willing to make some sacrifices. Have a list of must-have amenities on your list, but also be willing to compromise on some of them. For example, you may find a rental property in a great location that is smaller than what you were looking for. Or it may not have a pool, gym or other facility that you really wanted.
If you can live without some of these amenities, you can get a property that will work well for you.
Moving from New Zealand to Australia is more life-changing that you may think. It never entered my mind that starting over in Australia would present challenges when it came to finding a new place to live. I have filled this blog with informative advice about renting and buying a home in Oz you are a newly arrived immigrant. I want to share information about how to convince rental agencies you are a viable tenant. I also want to share details on what you need to do to make yourself look attractive to a mortgage lender. This advice will help you get on the right path to a new home the moment you step off the plane.