Renters
How can I see all available rental properties on Redfin.com?
If a rental property is displayed on Redfin.com, does that guarantee it is available?
What is the source of rental listings on Redfin.com?
How can I keep track of rental properties I like?
Can a home be both for sale and for rent?
Can Redfin alert me if new rentals that match my criteria are listed?
How can I get more information about a specific rental property?
How can I tour a rental property displayed on Redfin.com?
Can I see a rental property with a Redfin Agent?
How will I know if a property manager received my request?
I requested a rental property tour. What are the next steps?
I requested a rental property tour, but I haven’t heard from the property manager. What can I do?
I scheduled a rental property tour, but the property manager didn’t show up. What can I do?
Are virtual tours available for rental properties?
What are the typical steps in the rental process?
How long does it typically take to find a rental property?
How much can I afford to pay for rent?
How can I find out the average rent in my area and learn more about the rental market?
How can I check my credit score?
What is an eviction moratorium?
What are my rights as a renter?
What should I do if I have a problem with a property manager?
How can I report a fraudulent rental listing?
How can I see all available rental properties on Redfin.com?
Visit redfin.com/rentals and enter your search location. You can also click ‘Rent’ at the top of any page on Redfin.com and then enter the location where you are searching for rentals. You will then be able to add additional filters to your search, such as maximum price.
If a rental property is displayed on Redfin.com, does that guarantee it is available?
Many of the rental properties we display have current or upcoming availability. We cannot guarantee the availability of properties displayed on Redfin, as we do not own or manage any of the rental properties listed.
What is the source of rental listings on Redfin.com?
All our rental listings come from the Redfin Rental Tools, Zillow rentals, and select MLSs.
How can I keep track of rental properties I like?
On any property, click the heart icon to add it to your Favorites list. You can view all of your favorited properties at redfin.com/myredfin/favorites.
Can a home be both for sale and for rent?
It is possible for a property to be listed both for sale and for rent. If a property is listed for sale in the local Multiple Listing Service (MLS) only the for-sale listing will be displayed on Redfin, even if the property is also listed for rent.
Can Redfin alert me if new rentals that match my criteria are listed?
Yes! You can create a Saved Search and or sign up for Recommended for You rental suggestions on the Notification Settings page.
How can I get more information about a specific rental property?
If you’d like more information about a property, please contact the property manager via the rental property’s page on Redfin.com. Redfin does not have any information other than what you see on the rental property page on Redfin.com.
How can I tour a rental property displayed on Redfin.com?
If you’d like to see a rental property in person, please contact the property manager via the rental property’s page on Redfin.com. Redfin cannot schedule tours of rental properties for you, and our agents cannot take you on tours of rental properties.
Can I see a rental property with a Redfin Agent?
No, you cannot see a rental property with a Redfin Agent. Our agents only offer tours of for-sale properties to customers who are considering purchasing the home.
I’m interested in renting a property I found on Redfin. How can I contact the property manager to move forward?
You can send a property manager a message by clicking the Send Message button on a rental property page on a desktop computer, or by clicking the Contact Property button on a rental property page on a mobile device.
How will I know if a property manager received my request?
After you contact a property manager through Redfin.com and submit your email and/or phone number for the property manager to get back to you, you’ll see a confirmation message telling you that the property manager should be in touch in 2-3 business days. This means that your request has been sent to the property manager.
I requested a rental property tour. What are the next steps?
You should hear from the property manager at the email address or phone number you provided in 2-3 business days.
I requested a rental property tour, but I haven’t heard from the property manager. What can I do?
We’re sorry you’re having trouble getting in touch with the property manager. If it has been more than three business days since you submitted a request to tour a rental property, you can try submitting an additional request through Redfin.com or the Redfin app, or you can try calling the property manager if a phone number is provided on the rental property page. Unfortunately, Redfin cannot contact property managers on your behalf, and we cannot schedule or guarantee tours of rental properties.
I scheduled a rental property tour, but the property manager didn’t show up. What can I do?
Please contact the property manager to reschedule. Unfortunately, Redfin cannot contact property managers on your behalf, and we cannot schedule or guarantee tours of rental properties.
Are virtual tours available for rental properties?
Some properties include recorded video tours and 3D scans as part of their rental listing on Redfin. If you don’t see these options for a specific property and would like more details about the property, please contact the property manager to see if they offer live video tours or have other information they can send you.
Should I rent or buy?
Your lifestyle, financial situation, and long-term goals can help determine whether it makes more sense for you to buy or rent your next home. Learn more in this guide.
What are the typical steps in the rental process?
Typically, the rental process begins with searching for a rental property. Once you’ve found the right rental, you’ll typically complete a rental application and then sign a lease if you’re approved and want to move forward. Then comes your big move! Learn more in this guide.
How long does it typically take to find a rental property?
It depends on what you’re looking for and how many available rental properties match your needs. Typically, people begin searching for a rental property 40 to 60 days before they want to move. Learn more in this article.
How much can I afford to pay for rent?
Depending on your lifestyle and financial situation, how much you can afford to pay for rent will vary. Learn more in this article, or try this How Much Rent Can I Afford? calculator.
How can I find out the average rent in my area and learn more about the rental market?
Please check our Rental Market Tracker.
How can I check my credit score?
There are three credit reporting agencies in the United States: Experian, TransUnion, and Equifax. By visiting AnnualCreditReport.com, you can get a free copy of your credit report from each of them.
What is Section 8?
“Section 8” is a common term to refer to the Housing Choice Voucher Program, which is a federally funded program to help disabled, elderly, and very low-income households secure housing. Learn more here.
What is an eviction moratorium?
It is a temporary prohibition of evictions. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the CDC temporarily prohibited landlords from evicting renters due to nonpayment of rent. You can learn more and find resources here.
What are my rights as a renter?
Specific rights vary across the country. You can learn more about rights in your area by typing ‘Renter’s rights’ and your location into your preferred search engine. You can also learn more about basic renter’s rights in this article.
What should I do if I have a problem with a property manager?
You can report property managers or landlords directly to the Department of Housing and Urban Development.
How can I report a fraudulent rental listing?
If you believe a rental listing is a scam or otherwise fraudulent, please email info@rentals.com