Writing your room wanted advert

When registering we recommend you place a room wanted advert as landlords don't just sit there waiting for e-mails or calls, they use our tenant database searching for tenants looking for rooms in their area.

In this section we’ll give you a little advice on getting your room wanted advert noticed. The best adverts give the reader a good insight into you and what you’re looking for, seeing an advert that just says “need a big room this week call me” might not quite have the effect you want it to, it’s not like writing a dating site advert, so putting a little effort in to it will go a long way.

If you look at it from the landlord’s point of view: they are letting a total stranger into their property so the insight will make this process easier. Being enthusiastic when writing your advert will get you the best response. Below is a list to give you a head start on maybe what to mention and add. If you're still stuck for inspiration, see the demo ad below or check out your rival ads.

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Where’s the location you would like to live?
Is there a particular area in that location you want to live?
Why do you want to move to there?
Do you want to be close to i.e. University, shops, town etc?
What do you do for a living?
What hobbies do you have?
What do you like doing to chill out?
House facilities preference?
Are you tidy?
Your personality?
Size of room you’re looking for?
Housemate preference?
Do you have kids or pets?

This all gives you further scope to finding a room faster, your advert works for you even when you’re not online as people could be calling and e-mailing you instead.

Demo ad

Hello, I’m Nigel, 22, I’ve been living in my own flat for 2 years, but now I’m looking for something cheaper, so I chose room rental. I still like Manchester and the area so if you have a good-sized room preferably en-suite, contact me.

I’m a normal guy, stay in quite a lot but go out for one good night once a month, work different shifts, but I am very quiet, so I won't disturb at night. I definitely need wireless internet and a dryer would be handy. I have a car so somewhere to park is essential. If you're an easy-going person looking for a lodger I may have filled your vacancy. Give me a call or email. Last one: I’m allergic to cats.