How to Find a Tenant in New York City

Have a vacant apartment in New York City that you would like to rent out? Gone are the days of simply hanging a "For Rent" sign on your window. If you are in need of a new tenant, read on for a guide on how to find a tenant in New York City.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderate

Things You’ll Need:

• Internet access
• Telephone

1. The easiest way to find a tenant in New York City is to utilize the services of an apartment broker. An apartment broker will not only show the apartment to potential tenants, but he will also complete all background and credit checks, advise you on price, and issue proper leases and paperwork. The broker will also pay to advertise your apartment in newspapers and on the internet. In more popular sections of New York City, the fees charged by a broker are often passed onto the incoming tenant.
2. Ask your friends and family if they know anyone who is in need of a rental apartment. You never know who may be looking for a new home in New York City.
3. Hang homemade fliers in grocery stores, laundromats and coffee shops.
4. Try advertising on websites like Cragslist or Backpage. Be prepared for a deluge of calls or emails, many of which may be from unqualified or non-serious apartment seekers.
5. Advertise in newspapers such as the "The Village Voice" or "The New York Times."

Tips & Warnings

• If your apartment is not renting, consider making cosmetic repairs. A new coat of paint can do wonders to the look of an apartment.