Owner guide
Leasing an Occupied Apartment
Marketing before the current tenant leaves can shorten vacancy. It works when the tenant’s rights and schedule are respected.
Start with the current lease
Read what the lease says about access and showings, and confirm the end date in writing with the tenant. Ask early whether they plan to renew: a clear answer two or three months ahead gives you time to plan.
Give notice and agree on a schedule
Access to an occupied apartment requires reasonable notice and respect for the tenant’s privacy. Agreeing on fixed showing windows, for example two slots per week, reduces friction and helps group visitors.
Presentation
- A short conversation with the tenant about tidiness and lighting before showings
- Professional photos taken at a convenient time, or reused from when the apartment was vacant
- A floor plan, which matters more when furniture hides the space
- Clear information on the availability date and the building’s approval steps
Timing the next lease
Leave enough time between the current lease’s end and the new start date for the building’s approval, any repairs and cleaning. A start date too close to the previous move-out puts the new lease at risk if the current tenant stays longer.
Raphael coordinates showings with current occupants and builds the timeline around the building’s approval.