Prepare
Confirm the available home, inclusions, condition, access, timing and factual information needed for marketing.
Leasing only, with no management commitment
Ottawa Leasing and Tenant Placement for Half a Month’s Rent
Get your Ottawa rental marketed, shown and leased for half of one month’s rent plus HST. Hire us for leasing only, with no ongoing property management commitment.
How the service works
A focused leasing service for landlords who will manage after move-in.
Tenant placement organizes the work between rental readiness and move-in for owners who plan to manage the tenancy themselves. Homes for Rent Ottawa handles the agreed marketing, inquiry, showing, screening and lease-coordination work for half of one month's rent plus HST.
No ongoing property management contract is required. The owner reviews the screening information, makes the landlord's approval decision and receives the agreed lease and handoff records needed to take over the tenancy.
The exact marketing plan, property readiness and responsibilities are confirmed before launch. A coordinated process helps reduce avoidable delay, gives the landlord a clear approval point and keeps the placement decision well documented.
See service detailsMarket
Create accurate rental copy and imagery, publish through the agreed channels and answer practical property questions.
Coordinate
Respond to inquiries, arrange showings and keep the applicant process organized and respectful.
Place
Apply consistent screening, coordinate the lease and move-in, then complete the agreed owner handoff.
Straightforward leasing-only pricing
Half a month, not a full month.
The Homes for Rent Ottawa leasing fee is half of one month’s rent plus HST. You can use leasing only without committing to ongoing property management.
Save 50% compared with a full-month leasing fee. Provider fees and included services vary, so compare written scope as well as price.
Compare common rent points
Half-month and full-month fee totals.
| Monthly rent | Our fee before HST | Our total with HST | Full-month total with HST | Total savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $2,000 | $1,000 | $1,130 | $2,260 | $1,130 |
| $2,400 | $1,200 | $1,356 | $2,712 | $1,356 |
| $2,700 | $1,350 | $1,525.50 | $3,051 | $1,525.50 |
| $3,200 | $1,600 | $1,808 | $3,616 | $1,808 |
All values are Canadian dollars. Ontario HST is calculated at 13%. Amounts are examples of the stated fee formula, not quotes for ongoing property management.
A complete leasing path
From a market-ready home to a documented move-in.
Each stage moves the property and applicants toward a clear lease and an organized owner handoff. The landlord reviews the screening information and makes the approval decision.
- 01
Prepare the property
Confirm readiness, inclusions, access, availability and the details needed for an accurate launch.
- 02
Market and coordinate showings
Present the home, respond to inquiries and keep viewing logistics organized.
- 03
Screen and set up the lease
Apply consistent criteria, coordinate the decision and prepare the lease and move-in records.
- 04
Document move-in and hand off
Complete the agreed records and give the owner what is needed to manage the tenancy.
Why choose leasing only
Bring in focused expertise for the most concentrated part of the tenancy.
Marketing, inquiries, showings, application records, screening and lease preparation arrive in a compressed period. Leasing-only support gives an owner a coordinated launch without transferring ongoing rent, maintenance or tenant communication.
The service is available for Ottawa houses, townhouses, condos and apartments. Property condition, access, inclusions, timing and the agreed handoff are documented before marketing begins.
Define the scope
Choose a clear handoff, with support that can continue.
Tenant placement creates a complete leasing handoff. Owners receive the agreed records and documents, then can extend support into full management when ongoing coordination is preferred.
Tenant placement service
- Property readiness and marketing detail review
- Rental copy and photography coordination
- Inquiry handling and scheduled showings
- Consistent, documented and lawful screening
- Lawful reference and credit-check coordination
- Landlord review and approval of the selected application
- Lease preparation and move-in coordination
- Agreed records and responsibility handoff to the owner
Ongoing services to discuss
- Ongoing rent collection and owner reporting
- Routine tenant and service-request communication
- Maintenance and vendor coordination during the tenancy
- Periodic inspections, renewals and move-out support
- Coordination with qualified legal professionals when a tenancy issue requires it
Owner resources
Make a more informed management decision.
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Tenant placement questions.
What is tenant placement in Ottawa?
It is a defined leasing service that may include rental preparation, marketing, inquiries, showings, screening, lease coordination and a documented handoff to the owner.
How much does the leasing-only service cost?
The Homes for Rent Ottawa fee is half of one month's rent plus 13% HST. For monthly rent of $2,700, the fee is $1,350 before HST, $175.50 HST and $1,525.50 total.
Do I need to sign up for ongoing property management?
No. You can hire Homes for Rent Ottawa solely to market and lease the property. Ongoing management is a separate option, not a condition of using the leasing service.
How are applicants screened fairly?
Screening criteria should be genuine, relevant, consistent and compliant with the Ontario Human Rights Code. Consent and privacy also matter when collecting credit, income or reference information.
Does tenant placement include ongoing management?
Not unless the agreement says so. Placement normally ends at a defined handoff, while full management continues through rent records, communication, maintenance and tenancy transitions.
How does screening support a stronger placement decision?
Consistent screening organizes relevant application, credit, income and reference information into a well-documented decision. The same lawful criteria are applied to each applicant so the owner can evaluate the complete picture.
Who approves the tenant?
The landlord makes the approval decision after reviewing the relevant screening information and agreed criteria. Homes for Rent Ottawa coordinates a consistent process and clear decision record; screening supports an informed choice rather than predicting future tenancy performance.
How does half a month compare with a full-month fee?
The half-month leasing fee is 50% lower than a full-month fee when both use the same monthly rent and HST basis. Provider fees and included services vary, so compare written terms, service scope and triggers before choosing.
Start with the property
Start your tenant placement plan.
Tell us about the property, timing and support you are considering, or contact the team directly by phone or email.
Call 613 800 2000