If you’re looking for a rental home in Warkworth, Snells Beach, Wellsford, Kaipara Flats, Orewa, or anywhere across the wider Rodney district, we’re here to help. Below is a clear overview of what you can expect when renting through our friendly and professional Ray White Warkworth property management team.
All available rentals are listed online with the contact details of the Property Manager or Letting Agent.
Simply book a viewing through the link provided or contact us directly if you need assistance.
After viewing a home, you’ll receive a link to submit your application online.
Our application process is completed digitally and may require additional information as you progress through the stages.
If you need help completing the forms, you’re welcome to contact us — we’re happy to assist in our office.
To assess your application fairly and thoroughly, we may:
Contact current and previous landlords
Verify employment or income
Complete a credit check (with your consent)
Carry out additional reference checks where required
Providing accurate information and full reference details will help us process your application more efficiently.
We are committed to following the Human Rights Act, Privacy Act, and all relevant tenancy legislation.
We do not accept any discriminatory instructions from property owners.
We present the strongest applications to the property owner for their input.
Final selection is based on:
Ability to meet rent payments
Strong rental or personal history
Positive references
Ability to care for and maintain the property
Overall suitability for the home
All applicants are assessed fairly, consistently, and without discrimination.
Move-in costs typically include:
Two weeks’ rent in advance
Bond of up to four weeks’ rent (as permitted by the Residential Tenancies Act)
These amounts must be paid before keys are provided.
No. Residential rent is not subject to GST.
Tenants must hold their own contents insurance to protect personal belongings.
A landlord’s insurance does not cover your possessions.
Rent must always be paid in advance.
Your Property Manager will provide you with an Automatic Payment form to set up regular payments from your bank.
Ray White Warkworth has a zero tolerance approach to rent arrears.
If rent is missed, the process generally includes:
Day 1: A reminder call/text/email
Day 3: Further follow-up if unpaid
Day 7: If no payment or arrangement is made, a 14-day Notice to Remedy may be issued
Tribunal: An application may be made to the Tenancy Tribunal if arrears are not resolved
We encourage early communication so we can work with you before issues escalate.
For all maintenance requests, please use our online system:
🔗 https://warkworthpropertyrentals.co.nz/repair-request/about
This ensures repairs are logged, tracked, and actioned promptly.
Urgent or emergency repairs:
Call your Property Manager immediately.
If you have concerns about repairs, service, or communication:
Speak with your Property Manager first
If unresolved, contact Team Leader: Nicole Banks
📞 (09) 425 1611
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We are committed to resolving issues professionally and fairly.
Under the Residential Tenancies Act:
Rent can only be increased once every 12 months
Tenants must receive 60 days’ written notice
By law, landlords may inspect a property no more than once every 4 weeks.
Most properties are inspected every 3–4 months, with:
48 hours’ written notice
Inspections between 8am and 7pm
A follow-up report provided to the property owner
You will always be notified in writing if the owner intends to sell the property.
If the property is sold and the buyer requires vacant possession, the landlord must give:
42 days’ written notice, starting from the date the sale becomes unconditional,
and only when the buyer or their family intends to move in.
Tenants may leave earlier by giving 21 days’ written notice, provided their notice does not require them to vacate earlier than the landlord’s legal notice period unless both parties agree.
A fixed-term tenancy cannot be ended early because the owner wishes to sell.
The owner may sell the property at any time; however:
The tenancy must continue unchanged
The buyer purchases the property with the sitting tenant in place
The new owner automatically becomes the landlord under the existing agreement
Your rights and tenancy end date remain fully protected.
If you’re unsure, please speak with your Property Manager before making any decisions.
Tenants must give 21 days’ written notice to end a periodic tenancy.
Rent is payable up to the final date unless the property is re-tenanted earlier — landlords cannot double charge rent.
A fixed-term tenancy can only end early if:
Both parties agree in writing, or
The tenant requests an assignment and the landlord considers the request, or
The tenant applies to the Tenancy Tribunal for early release due to severe hardship
Your Property Manager will explain the options available depending on your situation.
Your Property Manager will arrange a time for the final inspection.
Keys should be returned at this appointment or directly to our office as arranged.
Once the final inspection confirms the property is clean, undamaged, and rent is up to date, we will lodge the bond refund with Tenancy Services.
If deductions are required, they will be discussed with you before the bond form is submitted.