When you own Nashville investment properties, it is best to know which amenities you should have to appeal to prospective tenants. When your rental house is appealing, there is a big chance that it would be rent and keep being rented. However, there are several potential amenities: which ones should you offer? While some trends come and go, there are some amenities that top the list year after year. In this topic, we’ll talk about the top amenities that tenants are looking for in a home.
Air Conditioning
When tenants are hunting for a new rental home, air conditioning is one of the primary items they would search for. This is especially true in states 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 factors can compensate for the lack of adequate air circulation in a home.
Washer and Dryer
One more amenity that renters need is the ability to do laundry at home. It is stressful to haul laundry to a laundromat every week, mostly for families with children. Many rental homeowners think that it is the tenant’s choice to bring their own washer and dryer with them, but many renters don’t have these appliances for various reasons. By having a washer and dryer in your rental home, you can make it much more appealing to renters who prefer this amenity.
Dishwasher
Another appliance that is a must-have for a rental house is a dishwasher. Washing dishes by hand is time-consuming, and several renters are willing to go back to it 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 neat and tidy. If you don’t have one already, consider installing a dishwasher in your rental home to draw more people.
Pest Control
A major concern for many renters is the potential for pests invading their rental homes. Not many renters will agree to pay for a home with insect problems, whether that be ants in the yard or roaches in the kitchen. By offering a professionally certified pest-free home, you will make your rental stand out from the many other homes prospective renters are likely to consider.
Alarm System
Security is a big concern at this point, and so having an alarm system installed in your rental home might make sense for your area and target renters. Alarm systems can be costly, but chances are you may be able to request a bit more in rent each month to help cover the cost over time. An alarm system might be an excellent option for potential tenants in high-crime areas, allowing you to rent your property out much faster. If a full alarm system is out of budget, assure that you have dependable deadbolts, chain locks, and window locks installed in all exterior doors and windows.
Professional Maintenance
Many tenants have had horrible encounters with Nashville property managers who don’t do regular maintenance, or if they do, take a long time to address even major problems. By giving on-demand, quality maintenance, and repair services from a professional, you may draw multiple tenants eager to avoid a bad experience again. Even though you can perform basic maintenance yourself, you may still need to entrust your rental property maintenance to a professional management company. This will ensure that your tenants are well handled while freeing up your time and effort for other concerns.
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 Key Response 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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