It can be difficult to feel totally at home when it comes to your comfort in a rental property. With many people still working from home full-time or part-time, the importance of having a neat, calm place for you to work is very important! Aside from working from home, everyone deserves the solace of going home to a happy and personal environment. With this in mind, the following tips will help you create a happy environment that is your own!

Adding your personality to a home without doing drastic changes can be daunting, but with simple decorative items such as pillows, paintings, lamps and bedding it can make a huge difference, and you don’t have to spend a lot to make a large impact!

We asked our team of Property Managers to provide their tips on how to make your rental feel like a home.

Unpacking boxes and settling into your rental can significantly enhance the feeling of home. Leaving boxes unpacked can create a sense of impermanence and detachment, making it challenging to fully embrace the space as your own. By taking the time to unpack and organise your belongings, you establish a sense of ownership and personalisation.

~ Nathan Ludeman, Property Management Department Manager

Adding plants and plant stands to your rental space can work wonders in transforming it into a warm and inviting home. Plants bring a touch of nature indoors, infusing the space with life and vitality. By strategically placing plant stands throughout the apartment or house, you can create designated green spaces that blur the lines between indoor and outdoor living. Additionally, plants and plant stands offer a simple and versatile way to personalize your living space, allowing you to showcase your unique style and taste. Whether you opt for cascading vines, elegant palms, or trendy succulents, incorporating greenery into your rental is a surefire way to infuse it with warmth, comfort and a sense of home. Make sure you always place a water catcher or tray under your plants to avoid any damage to the property

~ Brianna Hamblin, Property Manager

Incorporating personal touches like using your own cleaning products or lighting a scented candle can work wonders in making your rental space feel more like home. Cleaning with familiar products that you love and trust brings a sense of comfort and reassurance, creating a homely ambience. The familiar scents that waft through the air when you light your favourite candle evoke cherished memories and add a personal touch to your living space. Embracing these small but significant details can truly make a rental space feel like it's uniquely yours, turning it into a place of solace and belonging.

~ Nicole Roda, Property Manager

Maintaining your rental property, both internally and externally, plays a vital role in transforming it into a place that truly feels like home. Regular upkeep and cleaning contribute to a sense of comfort and pride in your living space. A well-maintained interior, with clean and organized rooms, fosters a welcoming environment that you can personalise with your own style and decor. Tending to the external aspects, such as gardening and general maintenance creates a sense of ownership and connection to the property. By taking care of your rental property, you create a space that reflects your personality and becomes a sanctuary where you can relax and feel truly at home.

~ Carmen Morrow, Senior Property Manager

Hanging images of friends and family in your rental space can instantly add warmth and a personal touch, making it feel like a true home. Surrounding yourself with familiar faces and cherished memories creates a sense of comfort and belonging. Always make sure you use rental-friendly hooks such as 3M or command hooks which are readily available from supermarkets

~ Gretel Hitchcock, Property Manager

Lighting makes a huge difference in a home, and if you don’t have huge windows or bright inbuilt lighting a huge difference can be made with lamps! Whether you use a statement one for your lounge room as a feature or you can use smaller lamps throughout to add ambience. 

~ Hannah Kopp, Assistant Property Manager

Creating a homey and personalised environment in your rental space is both essential and achievable. By incorporating simple decorative items, adding plants and hanging images of loved ones, you can infuse your rental with warmth and comfort. With these tips from our dedicated team of Property Managers, you can turn your rental into a sanctuary that truly feels like home.

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