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Updated over 7 years ago,
Suggestions for getting a property rented in saturated market
I've been sitting on a rental that I listed over 3 weeks ago. I am getting a few bites but not overwhelming inquiries. I held a couple open houses and had some positive interest from a few folks. Normally, this would tell me that I am priced too high. But I've monitored the area and I feel I am right where I should be. I am willing to drop the price. However, I noticed that my competitors have been steadily dropping their prices about $25/50 per week at over 30 days on market. The area is just saturated with rentals. And although mine looks awesome with a fresh rehab, many of the others look equally nice.
Should I wait it out? Drop the price? Offer incentives?
Note: I am not listed in the MLS (I usually don't have to). I am on Zillow, Realtor.com, Trulia, Hot Pads, Doorsteps, and Craigslist. Have also marketed on Facebook. But another option is to list it in MLS (just hate to give up that first month's rent).
Thoughts?