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How to find private rentals in NZ?

Cut out the middleman and rent right from your landlord

Ben Tutty
Last updated: 13 June 2024 | 3 min read
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Searching for a private rental? Use Trade Me Property and the keyword "private listing" to find properties managed directly by their owners. You can save your search to receive email updates on new listings.

Renting privately allows direct contact with the landlord, and a Consumer NZ survey found higher tenant satisfaction compared to property managers.

However, this approach limits your options. Landlords may be less familiar with rental laws, and emergency responses could be slower than with agencies.

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