3 Things to Consider Before Renting to Students

3 Things to Consider Before Renting to StudentsWhether you have a second property that you’re going to move into or you’re planning on being away from your dwelling place for a while, you may be considering putting your home on the market in order to boost your financial outlook. While students comprise one demographic that is always entering the rental market to scoop up available properties, here are some things you may want to consider before deciding on a younger renter.

Will Your Home Be Rented Consistently?

Many students will require a place to rent out since most of them don’t have the money savings or stable income to purchase a home, but if you’re doing this to make ends meet on your properties, renting to student may not be the best way. While some students may plan on hanging out over the summer, there are those who will be heading home in order to live with their parents and save money for the Autumn semester. A contract’s a contract, but a renter can always flee the coop if it’s inconvenient.

Will They Take Good Care Of Your Home?

From furniture to family mementos, most people’s home is pretty personal to them, and that’s why it can be of supreme importance to have a renter that will respect your home and take good care of it in your absence. While there are plenty of responsible students in the world, you should ensure before settling on anyone that it’s someone you really trust who won’t damage your house or wake up the neighbors every Saturday evening.

What Rental Price Are You Looking For?

If you’re trying to make financial ends meet with your property, you’ll probably want to charge the maximum amount you can while still having a renter in your home. The risk with students is that they may not be able to pay the dollar amount you’re looking for so that you can effectively maximize your investment. While this doesn’t necessarily mean you’re taking the financial brunt, it’s important to get the monthly amount that your living space can garner on the market.

There can be a number of downfalls when it comes to renting to students, but there’s also the possibility that you’ll have a responsible renter who will stick around for more than a couple seasons. If you’re currently on the market for a second home, please contact me for more information.

16946 W Holly Street Goodyear, AZ 85395

$560,000
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,780 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6772107
Property Type Townhouse
Price Type --
STUNNING - Light, bright upgraded VILLA. 1780 SF,2 BR/2BA + den [or other use] Lago floorplan . Low maintenance home in Robson 55+ community. MASTER BR/BA with walk-in closet w/built-ins, magnificent walk-in shower (no steps), dual sinks, separate water closet, stylish wood cabinetry. Ceiling Fans, Quartz countertops throughout. 20'' tile everywhere except 2 bedrooms which are Hickory Hardwood floors. KITCHEN features breakfast bar w/pendant lights, Backsplash, Coffee station area, Pantry. GE Profile French Door refrigerator/freezer - all stainless appliances/GE. DINING ROOM. with access to patio. GREAT ROOM concept. Owned Soft water system. GARAGE- epoxy floors, built-in cabinets. Owners have access to both Tuscany & Eagles Nest (across street) restaurants and facilities. See MORE See HOA Addendum with costs - Exterior Blanket insurance, Roof repair/replace, exterior maintenance, front yard plants/maintenance, Pest Control, Club House, Tennis, Pickleball, Guarded gate, Fitness, Restaurants, dog park, and more.

5028 E Roy Rogers Road Cave Creek, AZ 85331

$560,000
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,227 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6779786
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Don't miss out on this updated home in Tatum Ranch on a quiet street. 2 BEDROOMS + DEN THAT CAN EASILY BECOME 3RD BR. Home has a brand new roof, fresh paint on interior and exterior, hardwood flooring throughout, renovated bathrooms, new lighting, new Anderson windows, new landscaping in front yard, new drip system, added a BBQ Grill, R/O system, new blinds in each room, epoxy garage floor and so much more! Home is in meticulous condition, and perfect for the second home located so close to North Scottsdale shopping, horse back riding barns, Mayo Clinic, Desert Ridge, and 101 freeway access. Charming backyard has built-in gas BBQ Island, and firepit. Office/Den is the perfect size to make a 3rd bedroom if needed. Inquire about costs, we have a plan all ready for you!

7637 N 46th Drive Glendale, AZ 85301

$560,000
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,757 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6777823
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Welcome to your new home! A beautiful secluded neighborhood in the heart of the city with NO HOA. The home offers endless potential with many updates such as: an open kitchen, cabinets, countertops, SS appliances, tile, baseboards, fresh interior paint, and so much more. You will fall in love with the ATRIUM in the middle of the home. Come fall in love with this property! It also offers a private pool and an Arizona room to cool off in the warm summer days. The property boasts a three car garage with plenty of space for the family!

19895 W Annika Drive Litchfield Park, AZ 85340

$560,000
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,605 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6780287
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Fantastic two-story home in Canyon Views! Sits on a corner lot, this beauty offers 4 beds, 3.5 baths, RV gate, & a 2-car garage w/paver driveway. Fabulous interior showcases tons of natural light, plantation shutters, neutral paint, and tasteful flooring - tile & plush carpet. You'll LOVE the formal living room and the open-concept family room w/high ceiling! The kitchen boasts SS appliances, granite counters, tile backsplash, recessed lighting, wood cabinetry, a pantry, and an island w/breakfast bar. Large main bedroom is downstairs, offering an ensuite with dual sinks & a walk-in closet. A versatile loft awaits upstairs, along with the other bedrooms. Check out the spacious backyard, featuring a covered patio! With room for a pool, you can make it a complete outdoor oasis. Welcome home!

9551 E Redfield Road Unit 1024 Scottsdale, AZ 85260

$560,000
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,858 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6782052
Property Type Townhouse
Price Type --
Great location - gated condo recently updated.

2261 E Fairbrook Street Mesa, AZ 85213

$560,000
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,838 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6784089
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
This unique property on a HUGE corner lot is sure to catch your eye! Not only do you have the 2-Car Garage (wall AC unit inside) with an attached office/man cave. But additionally there is a detached 2.5 car garage/shop (also has AC). The shop has a decked attic for storage and single roll up door straight into the back yard! You'll enter the residence through a beautiful courtyard and find all new vinyl plank floors throughout the entire house. Formal Dining Area. Sunken family & living rooms. New bathroom cabinets & countertops. Cozy up in the Family room by the wood burning fireplace. Covered patio/breezeway with kitchen window passthrough counter. Beautifully maintained pool and a brand new RV Gate.

1112 N Cherry -- Mesa, AZ 85201

$560,000
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,100 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6785057
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Welcome to this fantastic Santo Tomas Mesa walled villa, a popular 3 bedroom, 2 bath model designed for comfort and style, featuring 2 wood burning fireplaces. Situated on a Premium Cul De Sac lot in Great North Mesa Location. Remodeled through out.Separate Family and Living room w/Lots of Wood Plank Tile & Upgraded Carpet/Pad, All New Windows(Incl French Doors to Patio) Accent Paint, Updated Fixtures & Door Hardware, Gourmet Kitchen Features White Shaker Cabinets w/Hardware, Corian Counters, Stainless Steel Appliances,Double Oven, wine cooler, inside Laundry Room, Separate Exit to Side Patio from Master Suite.Updated Tiled Shower Surrounds, Covered Patio Refreshing Play Pool Re-Surfaced 2019,Separate Courtyard.Located minutes from Mesa Country Club, Cubs Stadium, and Tempe Marketplace.

2406 W Running Deer Trail Phoenix, AZ 85085

$560,000
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,232 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6789598
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Welcome to this beauty in the gorgeous neighborhood of Dynamite Mountain Ranch. This fantastic 4-bed and 2.5 bath home has plenty of space for entertaining and family. As you enter the home you will immediately notice the luxury vinyl plank flooring, which warms the home with its beautiful wood grain pattern, colors and textures. Downstairs is a formal living room, family room open to the kitchen with stainless steel appliances, laundry, powder room and plenty of storage. Upstairs is the large Primary Suite with ¾ bath and large walk-in closet. There are 3 additional bedrooms upstairs with a full bath and loft! All bedrooms have ceiling fans and premium shade screens throughout the exterior of the home which will help keep the home cool during the summers. Out back you will find that this home sits on a premium, elevated north/south lot that backs to a beautiful community park with paths to enjoy the beautiful Phoenix weather. The backyard features a covered patio, area for a grill, established and manicured landscape on a watering system with grass, gravel and view fence. Located near shopping, dining, entertainment, and close to freeway access, this home may have everything you are looking for.

26553 W Vista North Drive Buckeye, AZ 85396

$560,000
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,321 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6790613
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Welcome Home to this SERENITY model w/ a Stunning POOL! It offers a Split floorplan w/ 3 bedrooms, 2 baths + a Den & GOLF CART ALCOVE! The Chef Lux kitchen w/ Granite counters, Double ovens, Gas cooktop, Walk-in Pantry, Reverse Osmosis, & Pendant lights adorn the large Island. The owner's Suite bath w/ Dual sinks, Modern Tiled Walk-in Shower, & large Walk-in Closet doesn't disappoint. In the Family room you're greeted by the View & the Stacking Sliding Glass Door that Opens completely to the Expansive Extended Travertine Patio & Your very own Private Backyard Oasis! The Laundry room offers an abundance of Cabinets for storage, a Sink & Counter for convenience. Once in the Garage you will find Additional Storage Cabinets, Whole house Water Filtration system, & Tankless water heater!

1829 N Red Cliff Mesa, AZ 85207

$560,000
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,379 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6791002
Property Type Townhouse
Price Type --
Welcome to this Cozy Villa 1 Model located within Mountain Bridge in the gated desirable Entrada Neighborhood. Upon entering this welcoming Villa Courtyard, you will find this home boasts indoor/outdoor living with its Beautifully upgraded Wall of Glass feature and extended Patio Pergola upgrade. Enjoy the beautiful Arizona Sunsets sitting out by the Custom Built Gas Fireplace and enhanced Arizona Desert Landscape. This home features Wood Shutters throughout, Custom Blinds, newly tiled bedroom floors as well as Upgraded Kitchen Cabinetry, Cultured Marble bathroom countertops, Double Sinks in the Primary Suite as well as a Walk-In Shower and Large Walk-In Closet. Upgraded Ceiling Fans in Bedrooms and Living Area, Upgraded Cabinetry in Laundry Room as well as a Utility Sink. Brand New Garage Door Installed in 2024. This Immaculate home is located at the Foothills of Usery Mountain just minutes from some of Arizona's best Hiking Trails, Biking Trails, Salt River and Saguaro Lake. Just minutes from the 202 Freeway, and close to shopping and restaurants. Come experience True Resort-Style Living in this Desirable Mountain Bridge Villa!

19778 W Lincoln Street Buckeye, AZ 85326

$560,000
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,369 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6797792
Property Type Single Family Residence
Price Type --
Welcome to this stunning 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home, perfect for multi-generational living. The thoughtfully designed split primary bedroom and guest quarters provide versatility, privacy, and comfort for all family members. The highly upgraded kitchen, featuring granite countertops and double ovens, is a chef's dream and ideal for entertaining guests. Step outside to a lush, low-maintenance backyard with artificial grass and a luxurious pool, perfect for relaxation and fun. The property also boasts a three-car tandem garage, an RV gate, and an owned solar system, ensuring low energy bills. With no neighbors behind, you can enjoy unparalleled peace and privacy.

4409 N 24th Place Phoenix, AZ 85016

$560,000
2 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,777 SqFt
Status Active
MLS # 6798515
Property Type Townhouse
Price Type --
Absolutely Beautiful 2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath plus a Bonus Room/Office/Den/Bedroom located in the Gated Biltmore Jewel! This popular Biltmore area home has beautiful granite counters, custom cabinetry, stainless steel appliances including refrigerator, upgraded flooring. This unit also includes den/office and large tandem style garage. New HVAC system. Enjoy the resort style living you've always wanted while having the much-desired Biltmore area amenities minutes away. Tropical resort style pool/spa and a quite gated community. Perfectly situated minutes away from all of the best restaurants, shopping, parks, freeways and more!