Knowing which tenants to appeal to is key when letting your property. Here are five top tips for letting a property in Wandsworth.

1. Have a clear idea of the kind of tenant you would like to attract and dress the property accordingly. If you’re aiming at the family market, furnish the rooms to look like a home, deal with any sharp edges and, if necessary, create storage. If you have a garden or outside space, tidy up and if there is any shared space, make sure the boundaries and terms of use are fully understood.

2. If your property is an empty flat, consider dressing the rooms with furniture. The majority of tenants looking for one- or two-bedroom flats want an unfurnished property, and it can be hard to imagine their furniture in different sized rooms. Being able to see furnished rooms and the size and types of furniture they can take, may help with making quicker decisions.

3. The area's schools are a major attraction for tenants. If you’re in a catchment area for a good school, try leaving out your children’s school bags or have a list of term dates in full view on the fridge. For potential tenants who have pinpointed these schools, it may help to confirm the area and your property's suitability.

4. Brush up on your knowledge of transport links into the city. Some tenants are nervous about moving further away from Central London as they believe their commute will be a nightmare, which isn’t always the case.

5. Many tenants are attracted to the area because of the open green spaces Wandsworth has to offer - and so are their dogs. If you’re hoping to attract a tenant quickly, it’s best to keep an open mind about animals. We suggest asking tenants for a higher deposit, so that there is less room for problems in the future.

Further information

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

Contact the Savills Wandsworth office for more details