Advice for Renters Trying to Land a Lease
The rental surge is near the end in the Adelaide Hills. If you’re looking for a house to rent, it’s a good time to start your search. While the country is still experiencing a chronic rental shortage, we’re seeing signs of a healthier market here in the hills.
Are we finally looking at a tenant’s market in the Adelaide Hills in 2025? Maybe so. Median rent has come down from where we’ve been sitting at and the supply is catching up with the demand, as our Head of Property Management, Maddy Nitschke, has stated.
We’re moving into a market where renters can be a little more selective about where they live, not just having to grab anything that’s available.
Here’s a handy checklist to refer to when looking for a house for rent in the Adelaide Hills:
- Present yourself well at opens – first impressions matter, look the part.
- Prepare a cover letter – write a personal letter to the landlord about why you’re the perfect tenant for the property.
- Up to date ledger – come prepared with records of your previous rent, paid on time.
- Fill out applications correctly – don’t leave anything unanswered or guess something you’re unsure about (I’m here to help).
- Make yourself known to real estate agencies – build a relationship with a local agency and property manager. At Nitschke, we present our vetted list of suitable tenants to landlords.
Top suburbs for Adelaide Hills rentals right now include Mount Barker, Nairne, Strathalbyn, and further out in Murray Bridge.
Major infrastructure and development projects are set to transform Strathalbyn and Murray Bridge, making them more appealing for renters and aspiring homeowners. Murray Bridge will be home to South Australia’s largest residential development in history, with the $7.5 billion construction of Gifford Hill city.
It’s always smart to look at the areas surrounding fast-growing suburbs, so you can enjoy the benefits at a lower cost of living.
As always, our team is here for you when you’re ready to make a move.
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