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Rental Application Cover Letter - Template, Sample Form Pro · AU-law

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Phone: ________
Email: ________


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RE: APPLICATION FOR RESIDENTIAL TENANCY – ________


Dear ________,

I write to submit my application to rent the above residential premises situated at ________ (the Premises). I confirm that I am at least 18 years of age and have the legal capacity to enter into a residential tenancy agreement.

I am applying to lease the Premises on the following indicative terms, subject to a formal residential tenancy agreement being entered into in accordance with the residential tenancies legislation applicable in ________:

  1. Proposed weekly/fortnightly rent: ________;
  2. Proposed commencement date: ________;
  3. Proposed term of tenancy: ________;
  4. Number of proposed occupants: ________.

Rental History

I most recently resided at ________, where I paid rent of ________ for a period of ________. My landlord or managing agent for that property was ________. Prior to that, I resided at ________, where I paid rent of ________. My landlord or managing agent for that property was ________.

Employment and Income

I am currently employed on a ________ basis at ________ in the position of ________. I earn ________. I have been employed for ________ and consider my employment to be secure and ongoing.

My employer may be contacted for verification at ________.

Reasons for Application

I am seeking a stable, long-term tenancy and am interested in this Premises for the following reasons:

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Pets

I wish to disclose that I keep the following pet(s) at the Premises, subject to your consent: ________. I undertake to ensure that any such animal is kept in accordance with the tenancy agreement and any applicable by-laws or owners corporation rules.

Further Information

I would also like to bring the following matters to your attention:

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Privacy and Consent

Supporting Documents

To assist you in reviewing my application, I have enclosed the following documents:

  • Completed residential tenancy application form;
  • Recent payslips and/or evidence of income;
  • Written references;
  • Copies of identification documents;
  • A copy of my credit and/or tenancy history report;
  • ________

Thank you for taking the time to consider my application. I look forward to hearing from you and would be happy to provide any further information or documentation you may require. Please feel free to contact me by phone or email at any time.


Yours sincerely,



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Dated: ________

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