tHERE IS A SMARTER WAY TO RENT IN SYDNEY
"We signed the lease for today!!! Very happy to secure this property. Thank you very much for all of your assistance and advice and for all your help! You have been brilliant!"
In one of the most competitive rental markets in Australia, success doesn’t come from attending more inspections.
It comes from strategy, positioning and representation.
Hi, I’m Melissa Maimann. I’m a NSW Licensed Real Estate Renter’s Agent and I am the Principal of Find My Rental Property which has been in successful operation since 2015.
Why I Do This
Over the years, I’ve experienced Sydney property from every angle — as a renter, landlord, buyer, seller and investor. I’ve lived across Sydney’s north, south, east and inner west. I understand its neighbourhoods, its micro-markets and its rhythms — and I know how difficult renting here can be.
Short inspection windows.
Crowded open homes.
Limited feedback.
Uncertainty around pets.
Repeated applications.
Radio silence from agents.
It’s exhausting — especially when you’re juggling work, family or relocating from interstate or overseas.
That’s why I built this service.
“We both were relieved as soon you said that you would help us. Without your help, we don't know how we would have found the house. It’s a lovely suburb, and it is a new home. I wonder if we would have secured this kind of rental home by ourselves.”
What Makes My Perspective Different
As a licensed real estate professional, I understand how applications are assessed, how landlords evaluate risk and how property managers prioritise candidates.
Most renters don’t see this side of the process.
I do.
I know:
What strengthens an application
What raises red flags
When pricing is unrealistic
When a property is likely to attract heavy competition
When flexibility will unlock better outcomes
And just as importantly — I know when to say no.
I'm sure you've experienced how frustrating and time-consuming it can be to find a rental home in Sydney. Inspection times are short, inconvenient and inflexible; parking is a nightmare as dozens of people turn up at once; and the thought of competing for a property along with everyone else is enough to bring tears to your eyes, not to mention the niggling thought that there may be something very wrong with the home that you’re yet to uncover.
I know and understand what tenants need and want in their home, and I am an expert in the Sydney Rental Market: arguably one of the toughest markets in Australia. Exceptional process management and strong relationships with property managers mean that my clients are prioritised.
“Melissa’s expertise and professional 360º approach was instrumental in my rental search by leaving no stones unturned, understanding my needs, and ensuring that I had multiple ideal homes to choose from. I want to sincerely thank you for all the work you have done for me to help me secure this beautiful home”
Strategic Representation for Renters
My role is not simply to “find listings” or “inspect homes”. It’s to:
Align your application, timing, strategy and brief with live market realities
Position you competitively
Filter risk
Manage the process professionally
Secure a home you’ll feel proud to call yours
I approach your search as a structured project — not a hopeful exercise.
Independence Matters
I am independent - this means I do not receive commissions from landlords or property managers: my loyalty is solely to you. As a Licensed Real Estate Agent regulated by NSW Fair Trading, I operate under strict professional standards, fiduciary obligations and legislative requirements.
With me, you have representation that is qualified, accountable and insured.
Who I Work With
Time-poor professionals
Executives relocating to Sydney
Families navigating school deadlines
Downsizers
First-time renters
People navigating life transitions
Some clients arrive clear on what they want. Some arrive unsure. Some need to refine expectations. Some are already perfectly aligned. All are welcome. What matters is a willingness to approach the process strategically.
A Final Word
Sydney’s rental market is tough. But with the right representation, it becomes thinkable and navigable.
If you’re ready to rent intelligently — I’d love to help.
Melissa Maimann MBA(AGSM), Cert IV PropServ, LREA, LIC
“Thank you again for all your work, we are really happy and excited to have a home sorted and are very grateful to you for making our application so appealing!”