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Knowing the steps to apply for a rental can be confusing!
Follow our guide to take you on the journey of applying for a property
1. Before you leave
Do your research
How much do you think the average weekly rent in Melbourne is?
$350 per week
$500 per week
$350 per week
Spot On!
The average weekly rent in Melbourne is A$500.
Source:
Department of Families, Fairness ad Housing
Not quite.
Try again
Understand the typical rent costs of the area
Research
lease
terms and other legal requirements to protect your rights as a tenant
Click here to check out our Renter's Rights page for more information on rental laws
Begin saving
Know that you know how much rent will be a week, start saving up!
Be aware that it is standard practice when securing a rental to also pay for a
security deposit/bond
and the first month's rent so save more than you think you will need
2. When you arrive
3. Found a property
4. Making an application
