Business Details
29 Years
experience
Trusted Rental Listings Platform Since 1997
For Rent By Owner has been connecting property owners and tenants since 1997, providing a dedicated platform for direct rental transactions. Our mission is to simplify the rental process by offering a centralized directory where owners can showcase properties and tenants can discover homes without intermediaries. With over 25 years of experience, we prioritize user-friendly tools for ad placement, property management, and nationwide visibility across major real estate platforms.Our expertise lies in creating transparent, cost-effective solutions for both parties, emphasizing security awareness and practical guidance for successful rental experiences. We maintain authoritativeness through consistent service improvements and a commitment to helping users navigate real estate markets responsibly, ensuring trustworthiness through clear communication and fraud prevention education.
Services
Rental Listings
Zillow Distribution
Ad Management
Property Search
Tenant Screening Tips
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We offer 24 years of experience in direct rental marketplace solutions
- Our platform provides free tenant property searches with no agent fees
- We enable owners to update listings instantly with new photos or pricing
- Our service includes distribution to Zillow, Trulia, and Hotpads
- We maintain 164,458 active listings with daily platform updates
Services
Rental Listings
Our platform enables property owners to create detailed rental listings with up to 10 photos. Listings appear on ForRentByOwner.com and optional distribution to Zillow, Trulia, and Hotpads. Owners maintain full control over pricing, availability, and content updates.
Zillow Distribution
We offer cross-platform advertising solutions that distribute listings to major real estate sites. This service increases visibility by reaching potential tenants across multiple marketplaces with a single ad purchase.
Ad Management
Our system provides owners with 24/7 access to modify listings, update pricing, and manage property availability. Users can temporarily hide listings when rented or reactivate them as needed through our intuitive management portal.
Tenant Screening
While we don't provide direct screening services, we offer comprehensive educational resources about credit checks, background verification, and proper tenant evaluation techniques through our Rental Tips section.
Vacation Rentals
Our platform accommodates seasonal and vacation rental listings with special pricing options. Owners can specify monthly rates for extended stays and highlight unique property features to attract temporary tenants.
Questions
How do I post a rental listing?
Create an account and complete our ad form with property details, photos, and pricing. Choose distribution options to Zillow, Trulia, or Hotpads.
Is tenant screening assistance available?
We provide educational resources about credit checks, background verification, and lease preparation through our Rental Tips section.
What property types can I list?
Our platform accepts listings for houses, apartments, condos, townhomes, and vacation rentals across the United States and internationally.
How long do listings remain active?
Ads with updates stay active for 90 days. Owners can renew listings through our Manage My Ads portal.
Can I edit my listing after publication?
Yes, registered users can update property information, photos, and pricing anytime through the ad management system.
What security measures should I consider?
We recommend verifying tenant identities, using secure payment methods, and following local landlord-tenant laws. Never share sensitive information without proper verification.
