Free Rental Appraisal in Toorak, Hawthorn & Richmond
Know what your property should rent for before you lease.
Complimentary rental appraisals for landlords and investors across Melbourne’s Inner East, including Toorak, South Yarra, Prahran, Armadale, Malvern, East Melbourne, Hawthorn, Kew and Richmond. From our offices in Toorak, Hawthorn and Richmond, we appraise rental property throughout the Stonnington, Boroondara and Yarra catchments.
You receive a clear view of achievable rent, renter demand and any compliance items to address, without pressure to proceed or obligation to appoint us.
Prefer to talk first? Call 0458 260 321.
What Will My Property Rent For?
A rental appraisal is the best place to start, whether you are leasing for the first time, between renters or reviewing your current management.
Your rental appraisal is tailored to your property. You receive:
- A recommended weekly rent range, based on comparable leased properties
- Insight into current renter demand and competing rentals
- Advice on presentation and improvements that lift rent
- A check against Victorian minimum rental standards
- No obligation to appoint us as your managing agent
Request Your Free Rental Appraisal
Complete the form and our property management team will contact you to arrange a time that suits you. Prefer to talk first?
Call our office on 0458 260 321.
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Complimentary Investment Audit
If your rental property is currently managed elsewhere, you can also request a free Investment Audit as part of your appraisal.
We review:
- Rent performance against the current market
- Lease terms and renewal timing
- Compliance with minimum standards
- Opportunities to increase rent and asset value
Should you decide to transfer management to us, we handle the entire process, simply and seamlessly.
Minimum Standards for Victorian Rental Properties
We guide landlords through current Victorian rental regulations, so your property meets all minimum standards before it is leased.
This includes:
- Smoke alarm, gas and electrical safety checks
- Repairs and maintenance
- Heating and electrical requirements
- Property condition compliance
Staying compliant protects you and helps attract stronger renters.
See Consumer Affairs Victoria for the full list of minimum standards for rental properties, or read our guide to landlord obligations in Victoria.
Why Landlords Choose Our Property Management
Investors choose our property management for clarity, consistency and long-term results.
Our approach focuses on:
- Consistent, early communication
- High-quality renter selection
- Prevention of avoidable problems
- Maximising the return on your investment
Learn more about our property management service, or read Who’s Really in Your Corner? on landlord advocacy.
Property Management by Suburb
Our local guides cover leasing, renter demand and management in each market. For broader guidance on market rent and leasing, explore the Property Knowledge Centre, including how market rent is determined and what to expect from a rental appraisal.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a rental appraisal free?
Yes. Our rental appraisals are complimentary and obligation free. You receive a clear view of the rent your property should achieve, current renter demand and any compliance items to address, with no requirement to appoint us as your managing agent.
What does a rental appraisal include?
We assess your property’s location, accommodation, condition, presentation and features, review comparable properties recently leased and currently available, and consider current renter demand. You receive a recommended weekly rent range, advice on any presentation or compliance items, and an outline of the leasing process.
Can I request a rental appraisal if my property is already managed elsewhere?
Yes. A rental appraisal is simply an independent review of your property’s position. It allows landlords to understand current market conditions, compliance considerations, and whether their asset is being managed strategically.
There is no obligation to change managers. Many landlords use the process purely for clarity and peace of mind.
When should a landlord consider reviewing their current property management arrangement?
Landlords often consider a review when advice feels reactive rather than considered, communication becomes transactional, or decisions are driven by process rather than protection.
A rental appraisal allows landlords to step back, assess risk, confirm compliance, and ensure their property is being managed in line with both current market conditions and long-term investment goals.
What is the difference between property management and true landlord advocacy?
Property management is often treated as an administrative function rather than a protective one, focused on collecting rent, processing maintenance requests and ensuring compliance.
True landlord advocacy goes further. It means actively protecting a landlord’s position by understanding the market, renter behaviour and the Residential Tenancies Act, and applying that knowledge to every decision throughout a tenancy.
From lease structure and rent strategy to risk management and exit planning, informed advice reduces exposure, improves outcomes and helps landlords make decisions with confidence rather than reacting to issues after they arise. Read more about why informed landlord advocacy matters.
What safety compliance checks are required?
Smoke alarms must be checked every 12 months, and gas and electrical safety checks are required every 2 years. We have service providers in place to complete and record these checks on your behalf.
When will I receive my rent payments?
Once rent is received and funds have cleared, which is typically after 1 business day, we forward the rent to you.
What bond will be taken for my property?
For properties renting at $900 per week or less, the legislation allows a bond of no more than one month’s rent. For properties over $900 per week, we recommend a 6 week bond.