Property management in Mt Albert
Mt Albert has a train line, Unitec, good schools and a mix of villas, state houses and new apartments. We manage rentals right across the suburb.
Looking after rentals in Mt Albert
Mt Albert sits on the western train line, a short trip from the city, with Unitec, Western Springs and good schools nearby. That brings steady demand from students, professionals and families.
The median rent across all homes was $600 a week in the six months to August 2026. Two-bedroom apartments had a median of $615, and three-bedroom houses $720.
What rentals earn in Mt Albert
| Home | Active bonds | Lower quartile | Median | Upper quartile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apartment, 2 bedrooms | 244 | $525 | $615 | $650 |
| Flat, 2 bedrooms | 403 | $430 | $510 | $567 |
| House, 2 bedrooms | 318 | $525 | $595 | $645 |
| House, 3 bedrooms | 514 | $620 | $720 | $800 |
| House, 4 bedrooms | 208 | $728 | $850 | $950 |
| House, 5+ bedrooms | 58 | $864 | $998 | $1212 |
Source: Tenancy Services market rent data, bonds lodged 1 March to 31 August 2026. Weekly rent. Figures are a guide only; your property's rent depends on its condition, size and location.
Mt Albert homes and what they need
The housing is a real mix: villas and bungalows, solid 1940s and 50s state-built houses, flats, and new apartment and terrace developments, including around the Unitec site. Each type comes with its own maintenance and compliance needs, from body corporate rules in the new builds to insulation and draught stopping in the older homes.
Four-bedroom houses had a median of $850 a week, and five-bedroom homes $998.
How we can help
Questions about renting in Mt Albert
Do you manage new apartments and terraces in Mt Albert?
Yes. We work with body corporate managers and make sure tenants receive the body corporate rules.
Is Mt Albert popular with students?
Yes, with Unitec and the train line nearby. We assess every applicant with the same credit, reference and rental history checks.
Can you take over my Mt Albert rental from another manager?
Yes. See how switching works.
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What could your Mt Albert rental earn?
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