It’s important to know the best way to appeal to potential tenants when letting your property. Here are five top tips for letting a property in Richmond.

1. Lifestyle is the big attraction for families looking to rent in the Richmond area. When preparing to let your property, show how it will be used and lived in so that potential tenants can easily imagine a family home. They’ll want to see children’s bedrooms, buggy space, and crucially, any storage. Properties that rent the quickest are always homes currently lived in by families.

2. Some people relocate from overseas to the Richmond area, so try to be as organised as possible when setting up your property for international tenants. Ensure everything is in good working order and where possible, provide manuals and appliance instructions. A 'move-in pack' always creates a good impression and can help to ensure a smooth start to a tenancy.

3. Remove, replace and repair. When preparing for viewings, take an honest look at every room. If you have anything that’s cracked, broken or faulty, even if it’s something as small as a blown light bulb, spend some time getting them sorted. This will help to remove any negatives and allow potential tenants to focus on the positives.

4. Gardens and outside space are highly sought after, and some tenants are prepared to pay a premium for them. Tidy up and show off any outside space – it will be worth it.

5. Some families looking to rent in the area have pets and will want to enjoy the benefits of living close to Richmond Park. Try to be as open as possible to the idea of letting to tenants with pets. We suggest asking tenants for an increased security deposit equivalent to eight weeks' rent.

Further information

For more information on letting your property see Landlords Step-by-Step Guide

Contact the Savills Richmond office for more details