Dealing with a landlord who isn’t addressing necessary repairs is a common issue for Victorian renters, and can understandably cause stress when you’re considering selling your own property. As of December 2025, the process involves specific steps outlined by Consumer Affairs Victoria, but doesn’t directly impact the property selling process itself. Currently in Melbourne, a […]
In Victoria, the amount of notice a landlord must give a tenant to vacate a property depends on the type of tenancy agreement. As of December 2025, most fixed-term tenancies require at least 60 days’ notice, while periodic tenancies (month-to-month) generally require 90 days’ notice. Currently in Melbourne, particularly within the Eastern Suburbs – areas
The timeframe for hearing back on rental applications in Victoria varies, but generally, prospective tenants can expect a response within 5-10 business days as of December 2025. This process is influenced by the volume of applications received and the property manager’s workload. Currently in Melbourne, particularly within the Eastern Suburbs – areas like Balwyn, Doncaster,
While not directly related to selling your property, understanding the rental market can be relevant when considering investment properties or timing a sale. As of December 2025, landlords in Melbourne are increasingly scrutinising applicants’ credit history, but it doesn’t automatically disqualify someone. Currently in Melbourne, property managers often use third-party services to assess rental applications,
Rental application rejections are a common experience for prospective tenants, particularly in competitive markets like Melbourne. As of December 2025, a high volume of applications for each property means standards are often very high, and multiple strong applicants may miss out. Currently in Melbourne, particularly within the Eastern Suburbs – areas like Balwyn, Doncaster, and
Applying for multiple rental properties concurrently is a common practice in Victoria, and is generally accepted by rental providers. It’s a strategic approach for tenants seeking to secure a property quickly in a competitive market, particularly as of December 2025. Currently in Melbourne, and especially within the Eastern Suburbs – areas like Balwyn, Doncaster, and
