When you own Old Southwest investment properties, it’s imperative to know which amenities you should have to appeal to prospective tenants. The more pleasant your rental house is, the quicker it will be to rent and keep rented. However, there are many potential amenities: which ones should you offer? While some trends come and go, there are numerous amenities that top the list year after year. In this post, we’ll go through the top amenities that tenants are looking for in a home.
Air Conditioning
One of the main things that tenants will check when seeking a new rental home is air conditioning. This is especially the situation in regions with hot summers and/or high humidity. If your rental property is in the north, where summers are mild, you should at least have a ceiling fan in the living room and each bedroom. Few things can compensate for the lack of adequate air circulation in a home.
Washer and Dryer
Another amenity that renters need is the ability to do laundry at home. It is a real problem to haul laundry to a laundromat every week, particularly for families with children. Many rental homeowners believe that it is the tenant’s decision to bring their own washer and dryer with them, but many renters don’t have these appliances for various reasons. By putting a washer and dryer in your rental home, you can make it much more appealing to renters who prefer this particular amenity.
Dishwasher
Another appliance that is a must-have for a rental house is a dishwasher. Washing dishes by hand is difficult, and some renters are willing to return to them if they’ve had a dishwasher in a previous rental home. Dishwashers are not only affordable, but they also help conserve water and keep the kitchen tidy. If you don’t have one right now, consider installing a dishwasher in your rental home to boost interest.
Pest Control
A major concern for many renters is the probability of pests invading their rental homes. Few renters are eager to pay for a home with insect problems, whether that be ants in the yard or roaches in the kitchen. By delivering a professionally certified pest-free home, you can make your rental be highlighted from many other homes prospective renters are likely to consider.
Alarm System
Security is a big concern in these times, and so including an alarm system installed in your rental home might make sense for your area and target renters. Alarm systems are not cheap, so you need to request a bit more in rent each month to help cover the cost over time. An alarm system might be the main draw for potential tenants in high-crime areas, enabling you to rent your property out much faster. If a full alarm system is out of budget, remember to have reliable deadbolts, chain locks, and window locks installed in all exterior doors and windows.
Professional Maintenance
Most tenants have had a poor experience with Old Southwest property managers who don’t do regular maintenance, or if they do, take a long time to address even major problems. By presenting on-demand, quality maintenance, and repair services from a professional, you may invite many tenants who are willing to avoid a repeat of such instances. Irrespective of whether you can do basic maintenance yourself, you may still need to consider entrusting your rental property maintenance to a professional management company. This will ensure that your tenants are well looked after while diverting your time for other things.
Would you like more ideas about how to turn your rental property into one that tenants will be eager to rent? Give Real Property Management Colonial a call, or contact us online! Our team works with investment property owners to improve occupancy rates, streamline the rental process, and ensure that your property is one that your tenants will want to stay in long-term.
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