Wellington FL Homes For Rent - What to Expect & Tips

Wellington Florida Homes for Rent

Do you know what to expect when renting a privately owned home in Wellington Florida?

Rentals in todays real estate market are much like the homes for sale in Wellington FL, if they are priced right they will rent quickly. Below are tips to renting a home in Wellington FL along with what you should expect as a prospective tenant. However every prospective landlord/management company will have different requirements, but in my experience these are the most common.

What to Expect when Renting a Home in Wellington FL
  • Expect to fill out a Rental Application.
  • Expect to have your credit history pulled.
  • Expect to have a background check.
  • Expect to be interviewed.
  • Expect to provide paycheck stubs.
  • Expect to put down First Month's Rent, Last Month's Rent and a secuirty deposit (typically equal to one month's rent depending on credit).
  • Expect your options to be limited if you have a pet(s), especially if they exceed 15-25 pounds.
  • If you have a pet expect to pay a non-refundable pet deposit, in my experience the average is $250-$350.
  • Expect to pay an application fee if there is a Condo or Homeowners Association.


Tips for Renting a Home in Wellington FL
  • Be honest

  • Start your rental search 30-45 days prior to your move date. Most properties listed in the MLS are looking for immediate occupancy or within 30 days.
  • Write a letter to your prospective landlord telling them about yourself. If you have bad credit explain why you have bad credit.
  • If you have a pet include them in your letter.
  • Try to see new rental listings the same day.


Type of Rental Bed Bath CG Starting Rents
Condo 1 1 $950
Duplux/Quad 2 2 $950
Townhome/Villa 2 2 $950
Single Family Home 3 2 2 $1,550
Information based off Active Rental listins in RMLS April 10,2010. Deemed reliable, but not guaranteed



If you are looking to rent a home in Wellington FL contact me today!

Michelle Gibson REALTOR®
HANSEN REAL ESTATE GROUP INC.
561.333.0446


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