Room listing description template
Write a clear, honest room description so renters know what to expect before they enquire.
Example preview
Bright, furnished room in a friendly shared home near transport. Rent is $280/week with bills explained. Looking for someone tidy and respectful.
What to include in your description
Helpful to include where relevant, so renters can understand the room and household before they enquire.
Room details
Describe the room size, furniture, storage and what is included.
Rent and bills
Explain weekly rent, bills, bond and upfront costs clearly.
Availability
Mention move-in date, minimum stay and lease timing where relevant.
About the household
Share who lives there and the general household vibe.
House rules
Mention guests, cleaning, noise and shared-space expectations.
Location and transport
Highlight nearby transport, shops, cafés, parks or study/work hubs.
Ideal flatmate
Describe who the room may suit without excluding unfairly.
Templates to copy and adapt
Short and simple template
Hi, I have a [furnished / unfurnished] room available in [suburb]. Rent is $[amount]/week and [bills included / bills separate]. The room has [bed / wardrobe / desk / storage]. We are a [friendly / quiet / social / tidy] household looking for someone [respectful / tidy / easygoing]. Close to [train station / bus stop / shops / uni / cafés]. Available from [date]. Message me if you'd like to arrange an inspection.
Detailed template
About the room [furnished / unfurnished] room with [bed / wardrobe / desk / storage]. Rent and bills Rent is $[amount]/week. [bills included / bills separate: electricity, gas, internet, water]. Bond is $[amount]. Upfront costs are [details]. The household We are [who lives here and general household vibe]. House rules [guest approach / cleaning expectations / noise preferences / shared-space expectations]. Location Close to [train station / bus stop / shops / uni / cafés / work hubs / parks]. Ideal flatmate This room may suit someone [respectful / tidy / easygoing / quiet / social], depending on household fit. Available from [date] with [minimum stay / lease timing where relevant]. Message me if you would like to arrange an inspection.
Good vs weak listing examples
Educational examples to help you write a clearer listing.
Good example
Bright furnished room with double bed, wardrobe and desk. $280/week, bills included. 5 minutes to train station and shops. We are 3 working professionals, tidy and respectful. No smoking. Guests by arrangement. Available 5 June.
- • clear rent
- • clear inclusions
- • useful location details
- • household expectations
Weak example
Room for rent. Close to everything. $280/week. Message me.
- • unclear bills
- • no room details
- • no availability
- • no household expectations
Writing tips for better enquiries
Be specific
Clear details reduce repeated questions.
Be honest
Describe the room and shared spaces as they are.
Keep it readable
Use short paragraphs or simple headings.
Mention costs upfront
Rent, bills, bond and upfront costs should be easy to understand.
Set expectations
Household vibe and shared-space rules help renters self-select.
Avoid oversharing
Do not include private details you do not want public.
What to avoid
Practical reminders to keep your listing clear and respectful.
Vague descriptions
Renters need enough detail to know if the room suits them.
Hidden costs
Unclear bills or bond can cause confusion.
Overpromising
Avoid saying things that do not match the actual room or household.
Personal details
Avoid sharing private information, exact schedules or sensitive details.
Unfair or discriminatory wording
Keep descriptions respectful and focused on household fit and practical needs.
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