- 1). Decide on your apartment rental price by looking in newspapers and checking out comparable apartments in your neighborhood to determine market rental prices. You can also check with your local Housing and Urban Development Department for fair market rent estimates. If you need to get the apartment rented right away, consider the lower end of the market range. Listing an apartment at $1,295 instead of $1,300 also makes a difference in capturing interest.
- 2). Decide where to advertise the apartment. Community newspapers usually offer reasonable rental advertising. Larger newspapers can be expensive. Consider advertising online with the larger newspapers to reach potential renters (without the high costs). Free websites, such as Craigslist, can also give your property additional exposure.
- 3). Post signs and flyers. Flyers can be placed at local community centers, grocery stores and other places people gather. Also, purchase an inexpensive "For Rent" sign to place in the apartment window. These signs can be found at local home improvement stores.
- 4). Prepare to show the apartment. If the apartment is vacant, consider renting inexpensive furniture to eliminate the "empty" feeling. A few simple pieces such as a dining room table, couch, coffee table and bedroom furniture should get the job done. Also, apply a fresh coat of paint to make it feel new again. Purchase fresh flowers before a showing and open up windows and doors to provide fresh air.
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