Tenant Guide To Renting Townsville information for tenants renting through Lynham & Co Real Estate, including tenancy agreements, bonds, entry condition reports, rent, maintenance, inspections, pets and vacating.
Tenant Guide
Renting a property comes with paperwork, condition reports, inspections and communication throughout the tenancy. This guide brings together the most common parts of renting in a practical and easy-to-follow way.
It is designed as a starting point only, with links to more detailed tenant pages where you need extra information.
Understanding your tenancy
A tenancy starts well when the key documents, payments and responsibilities are understood early. These are the main areas tenants should be familiar with when renting a property in Queensland.
Tenancy agreement
Your tenancy agreement sets out the terms of the tenancy, including rent, dates, special terms and general responsibilities.
Bond lodgement
Rental bonds are lodged with the RTA. Keep records of your bond details and any tenancy documents provided to you.
Rent payments
Rent should be paid on time and in line with your agreement. Contact our team early if you need clarification about payment details.
Condition reports
The entry condition report is important. Review it carefully, add comments where needed and keep photos for your own records.
Tenant resources in one place
These pages provide more detailed information for the most common stages and questions during a tenancy.
Applying For A Rental Property
Learn how rental applications work, what information may be requested and how to apply online through Snug.
Learn about rental applications
Moving Into A Rental
Helpful information about keys, entry condition reports, utilities and the first few days of a new tenancy.
View moving in information
Routine Inspections
Find out what routine inspections are for, how notice is provided and how tenants can prepare.
View inspection information
Property care and maintenance
Tenants should report maintenance as soon as practical. Early reporting helps small issues be reviewed before they become larger problems, and clear information helps our team arrange the right next step.
- Report repairs when they are noticed.
- Include photos and a clear description where possible.
- Advise if trades need access instructions.
- Keep lawns and gardens reasonably maintained where required.
- Do not wait for a routine inspection to report urgent repairs.
- Never remove, cover or interfere with smoke alarms.
Day-to-day tenancy responsibilities
A good tenancy is usually built on clear communication, reasonable care of the property and understanding the practical responsibilities that come with renting.
Looking after the property
- Keep the property reasonably clean.
- Take care to avoid damage.
- Maintain lawns and gardens where required.
- Let us know if something stops working.
- Use the property for its intended residential purpose.
Communication and access
- Read notices carefully when they are received.
- Keep contact details up to date.
- Provide access instructions when needed.
- Ask questions early if something is unclear.
- Respect agreed entry and inspection arrangements.
Pets, fixtures and changes
- Seek approval before keeping a pet.
- Provide clear pet details where requested.
- Ask before making alterations or installing fixtures.
- Use picture hooks or fittings only where approved.
- Check your agreement before making changes.
Helpful tenancy information
These common tenancy topics are worth understanding before they become urgent.
Pets In Rental Properties
Tenants should seek approval before keeping pets at a rental property. Responsible pet ownership and property care are important during the tenancy.
Contact our team about pet requests
Vacating A Rental Property
When ending a tenancy, tenants should review notice requirements, return keys, complete cleaning and finalise outstanding tenancy matters.
View vacating information
Rights and Responsibilities
The Residential Tenancies Authority provides Queensland information about tenancy agreements, bonds, repairs, entry notices and tenancy responsibilities.
Visit the RTA websiteThis tenant guide is general information only. Tenancy requirements can change, so tenants should refer to current guidance from the Residential Tenancies Authority Queensland or contact our team if they are unsure about a tenancy process.
Need help with your tenancy?
Whether you are applying for a rental property, moving into a new tenancy or need assistance during your tenancy, our Townsville property management team is here to help.