It’s set within a gated community and comes with Marina views. But Adelaide’s cheapest rental is not as it first appears.
Advertised as a one-bed, one-bathroom home with a weekly rental price of just $50 a week, Lot G12 Inlet Marina Tarni Court, New Port appears to be the bargain of the century in a rental market affected by a lack of listings and unaffordability.
But a closer inspection of the advertisement on realestate.com.au quickly shatters any hopes of having found an affordable rental, with the listing nothing more than a 15m marina berth.
A bold statement by listing agent Oriella Cianci of Century 21 further dispels any illusion: “THIS IS NOT AN APARTMENT – IT IS A BOAT BERTH.”
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At just $50 a week, this marina berth is SA’s cheapest rental. Shame you can actually live here.
Ms Cianci said while the listing was both unique and rare, it offered little in terms of accommodation to tenants looking to score a bargain home.
“There’s been steady interest (in the property)…but this is definitely not an apartment,” she said.
“They also don’t allow live in at this particular marina, so this rental is solely to store your boat, although some marinas do allow for people to live on their boats.
“These type of rentals usually go to people that live in the area, however, this one is currently leased to someone who is not (local).”
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The 15m berth has already attracted a number of inquiries.
While the berth may not be a home, Ms Cianci said the same rental rules applied to a berth as it would to a house or a unit.
“It’s all the same. It all gets managed through the residential tenancy act,” she said.
“As there is still a tenant as such…we can’t do anything with it until the lease ends, which is not until June.
“Obviously, it’s a little different as it’s not a house but lease agreements and law, they are all the same…so you’ll still have to pay a bond.”
The property is currently the only berth for rent on realestate.com.au, however, a total of 41 berths are currently for sale across South Australia, ranging in price between $13,000 and $380,000.
Looking for a bargain rental that will actually put a roof over your head? Here are a couple to consider.
7/13 Yates Street, Mawson Lakes
Weekly rent: $180
Are you single and not quite ready to mingle? Then this one-bedroom rental, which forms part of a share-house agreement, could be just what you’ve been looking for.
The room is available for a 12 month lease and quarterly supply and water use charges apply.
The room comes with a ceiling fan and has easy access to the bathroom and common kitchen and living facilities.
The rental is on the market with Ray White Angle Vale.
This one-bedroom rental is ideal for those looking for limited commitment.
7 Alderbury Ave, Salisbury North
Weekly rent: $295
Looking for a rental with the lot? Then this furnished bedroom in a neat-looking share house may just be what you’ve been looking for. Weekly rent covers power, water, and internet expenses, ensuring a hassle-free living experience. Other additional perks include a gardener and a cleaner who looks after common areas.
The rental is on the market with Professionals Elizabeth.
This neat and tidy one bedroom forms part of a share house.
20 Conyngham Street, Elizabeth East
Weekly rent: $345
Don’t want to share your home with others? Then this semi-detached, two-bedroom residence could do. The home is available on a 12-month lease and comes with a neat electric kitchen and dining area, ,a separate lounge, polished floorboards, neutral decor, and an enclosed rear yard. Pets are allowed on application.
The rental is on the market with LARCOR Real Estate.
Don’t want to share a home with strangers? Then this two-bedroom abode could do.
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