Before you rent

There are rules that apply to tenants and property manager/owners in Queensland. These rules may differ from those in other states or countries.

• Choosing a rental property – tenants should make sure a property matches their lifestyle and needs before signing a tenancy agreement. 
• tips for choosing a rental property
• Key deposit
• holding deposits
• pets
• rent bidding
• tenancy databases
• Queensland tenancy laws

• Tenancy agreements – explains the types of tenancy agreements and what they must include:
• general tenancy agreements
• moveable dwelling agreements
• rooming accommodation agreements
• residents with impaired capacity in rooming accommodation
• share homes, co-tenancies and sub-letting
• no written tenancy agreement
• agreements not covered by the Act

• Students – explains the rules and responsibilities for renting as well as information on how international students can receive bond refunds.

• Useful contacts for tenants – other organisations that can assist tenants.