Renting

Renting a property is an experience nearly every Kiwi has at some point. So, whether you're moving into a flat with your mates, or looking to let, we're here to help you make the right choices.

Finding a rental property

Renting Guide
What is the average rent in Auckland? (2024)

Find out how much you could be paying (or charging) for your rental

10 October 2024 | 4 min read
Renting Guide
How much is rent in NZ?
7 November 2024 | 3 min read
Renting Guide
How much can my landlord increase my rent by?
29 October 2024 | 3 min read
Renting Guide
A guide to renting a house in NZ
5 min read
Renting Guide
Questions to ask before you rent a house in NZ
3 min read

Living in your rental property

Renting Guide
How long can a tenant have a guest stay in NZ?

A guide for landlords & tenants

10 July 2024 | 3 min read
Buying guide
Boarding houses: Everything landlords & tenants need to know
10 July 2024 | 8 min read
Buying guide
How to find private rentals in NZ?
13 June 2024 | 3 min read
Renting Guide
Periodic tenancy meaning: Fixed term vs. periodic compared
2 May 2024 | 3 min read
Renting Guide
How much notice do I need to give my landlord?
13 March 2024 | 4 min read

Living with flatmates

Renting Guide
What is a flatmate agreement?

The legal difference between a tenant and a flatmate.

2 min read
Renting Guide
Questions to ask new flatmates
1 min read
Renting Guide
How to write a flatmates wanted ad on Trade Me
2 min read

Managing your rental property

Renting Guide
Request a free rental appraisal now

Find out what your property could rent for today

8 December 2024 | 4 min read
Selling guide
Guide to listing your rental property on Trade Me
3 min read
Feature article
How much rent to charge for your property
4 min read
Feature article
Trade Me Renti partnership cuts through admin for landlords
2 min read
Selling guide
Everything you need to know about rent increases
7 May 2024 | 3 min read

Managing your relationship with tenants

Selling guide
Avoiding legal troubles: 6 actions landlords must avoid

Being a good landlord means taking your responsibilities seriously.

7 May 2024 | 4 min read
Selling guide
How to choose the right tenants for your rental property
7 May 2024 | 3 min read
Selling guide
Mastering tenant selection: a landlord's guide to getting it right
7 May 2024 | 2 min read

Latest News

News
Wellington Rents Drop to Lowest Since 2022

Rental Price Index - June 2025

10 July 2025

News
OCR on hold, probably only temporarily

OCR updates and insights from Chief Economist Kelvin Davidson.

9 July 2025

News
House prices hit nine month low in June

Property Pulse Report - June 2025

8 July 2025

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