How To List Your Property For Rent in Singapore (Step-by-Step Guide)

If you’re wondering “How do I list my property for rent in Singapore?”, this guide is for you. Whether you’re a landlord renting out your own unit or a property agent managing multiple listings, the process can feel confusing the first few times.

Let’s walk through everything, step by step — from picking the right price, to choosing the best portals, to signing the tenancy agreement.

1. Get clear on what you’re renting out

Before you touch any portal, clarify:

• What type of property: HDB flat, condo, landed house, or just a room
• Who you want as tenants: single professionals, couples, students, families, co-living style
• When it’s available: immediate or from a specific date
• Minimum lease: 6 months, 1 year, 2 years

Being specific helps you price accurately and write sharper listing copy that attracts the right tenants.

2. Set the right rental price

Pricing is where many landlords and even agents get stuck. Too high and you get no enquiries. Too low and you leave money on the table.

Here’s a simple way to sanity-check your price:

1. Look at similar listings
   Search for comparable units in the same area:

   • Same town / neighbourhood
   • Similar size (floor area, number of bedrooms)
   • Similar condition (renovated or original, furnished or unfurnished)

2. Adjust for unit specifics
   Nudge your price up or down based on:

   • Floor level
   • Renovation quality
   • Furnishing (fully furnished vs partial vs unfurnished)
   • Proximity to MRT / bus stop, nearby amenities

3. Differentiate rooms vs whole units

   • Whole units are usually priced by the unit and benchmarked against similar properties nearby.
   • Rooms are more sensitive to:
     • Whether there’s an attached bathroom
     • Whether the landlord stays inside
     • Maximum number of people sharing the unit

4. Test and refine
   Start with a realistic asking price. If you get zero enquiries after 1–2 weeks while similar units are moving, consider adjusting slightly. Price is your biggest lever.

Pro tip: Tenants today are very price-aware. If your asking rent is way off from similar listings, they’ll simply skip you.

3. Prepare the property

A well-presented unit rents faster and often at a better price. This matters not only for when you take photos, but also for when potential tenants come for viewing.

• Declutter: Remove unnecessary items, personal photos, random boxes.
• Clean thoroughly: Floors, kitchen grease, toilets, windows.
• Fix visible defects: Leaky taps, blown bulbs, peeling paint.
• Think like a tenant: Would you be happy to move in tomorrow?

You don’t have to renovate, but basic cleanliness and small fixes can make a big difference to enquiry quality.

4. Take listing-ready photos (and videos)

Good visuals are your secret weapon. A picture speaks a thousand words. It's true. Based on our years of experience, we can tell you that renters look at photos to quickly form opinions and shortlist rooms. Good photos beat good description every time.

Aim for:

• Daytime photos with natural light
• Horizontal shots for property portals, vertical for social channels
• Wide angles that show the whole room
• Clear shots of:
  • Living room
  • Each bedroom
  • Kitchen
  • Bathrooms
  • View from windows / balcony
  • Condo facilities or nearby park if relevant

If possible, take a short walkthrough video. Tenants love being able to “tour” the unit online before committing to a viewing.

5. Write a clear, honest listing

Your listing copy should do two things:

1. attract the right tenants, and
2. pre-filter the wrong ones.

Key details to include:

• Property type: HDB, condo, landed, or room
• Size and layout: number of bedrooms, bathrooms, approximate floor area
• Rental price and what’s included: utilities, wifi, cleaning, etc.
• Furnishing: fully, partially, or unfurnished
• Lease terms: minimum lease, move-in date, preferred profile (e.g. “working professionals”)
• Location highlights: MRT, malls, schools, business districts nearby

Avoid overpromising. Honest descriptions lead to smoother viewings and fewer awkward surprises.

6. Choose where to list your property

In Singapore, most landlords and agents use a mix of portals and social channels. Each comes with different strengths.

Here is a simplified comparison:

How to think about this as a landlord or agent:

• If you want structured enquiries and serious renters, you’ll want at least one rental-focused portal like Hozuko in your mix.
• If you have time and energy, you can cross-post on Carousell, Facebook Marketplace, or Telegram groups to catch extra eyeballs.
• For agents, the big agent-only portals help with branding and exposure, especially for whole units, while Hozuko can be your go-to channel for rooms and niche rental demand.
• If you're a landlord comfortable with listing your property on your own, handling enquiries and viewing, then choose a platform like Hozuko that allows for direct-landlord listings.

Best practice: Use Hozuko as your main “home base” listing where all details are clean and updated. Other platforms can then push additional traffic back to that listing or directly to you as the agent or landlord.

7. How to list your property on Hozuko

1. Create an account

2. Click “List property”

3. Fill in your property details

   Tips for this step:

   • Use your best photos as the first 3 images
   • Avoid dark or blurry shots
   • Make the description concise but informative
   • Don’t forget to mention unique selling points: high floor, unblocked view, newly renovated, near MRT, etc.

4. Publish and share the listing
   The more you share, the more views — and the more chances for quality enquiries.

5. Receive enquiries and respond fast
   Once your listing is live:

   • Tenants can contact you via Hozuko’s chat, and for certain account types, via WhatsApp.
   • Turn on notifications so you don’t miss new enquiries.
   • Reply promptly; fast responses help you secure serious tenants before they move on to the next listing.

Shortlist the most suitable leads and invite them for viewings.

8. From viewing to tenancy agreement

Listing is only half the journey. To close the loop:

1. Schedule and conduct viewings

   • Group viewings if you’re very busy
   • Be punctual and prepared to answer questions about utilities, neighbours, minor defects, etc.

2. Screen your tenants
   Common checks include:

   • Type of pass (for non-locals)
   • Occupation and rough working hours
   • Number of people staying

3. Collect an offer
   When someone is serious:

   • Agree on rent, lease length, start date, and any special terms
   • Typically collect a good-faith deposit or Letter of Intent, depending on your practice

4. Sign the Tenancy Agreement (TA)

   • Ensure key terms are clear: rent amount, payment schedule, notice period, repairs and maintenance, inventory list.
   • Both parties sign and retain a copy.

5. Handle handover

   • Do an inventory and condition checklist with photos or videos
   • Record meter readings if relevant
   • Hand over keys only after deposit and first month’s rent are settled, as agreed.

If you’re unsure about the legal aspects, consult a professional. A clear, fair TA helps prevent disputes later.

9. Quick FAQs

Can I list just a room instead of the whole unit?
Yes. On Hozuko, you can list individual rooms or entire units. Room listings should highlight who else is staying in the unit, bathroom sharing, and what’s included in the rent.

Is it better to list on many platforms or focus on one?
Use one main, structured platform like Hozuko as your base, and then selectively cross-post to other channels if you have bandwidth. Quality of enquiries matters more than raw volume.

How fast can I expect to find a tenant?
It depends on pricing, location, condition, and seasonality. Well-priced, well-presented units in convenient locations can get strong leads within days.

If you follow these steps — price realistically, present your unit well, use Hozuko to host a clean listing, and respond quickly to genuine enquiries — you’ll greatly increase your chances of finding the right tenant for your property in Singapore.