Date Published 23 June 2026
If you own a property in Newtownards and are considering letting it, you are in a strong position. Newtownards remains one of the most active rental markets in North Down, with steady demand from families, professionals and first-time renters who want to stay close to the town. Andrews and Gregg already manage a number of rental properties across Newtownards from our Bangor office, and this guide covers everything you need to know about letting your property here.
UNDERSTANDING THE NEWTOWNARDS RENTAL MARKET
Newtownards has consistently attracted strong rental demand, thanks to its excellent transport links to Belfast, its busy town centre and its proximity to the wider Ards Peninsula. Properties in Newtownards — from terraced homes to modern apartments — tend to let quickly when they are well presented and priced correctly. As letting agents covering both Bangor and Newtownards, we see first-hand which streets and property types are attracting the strongest tenant demand right now.
WHAT YOU NEED TO DO BEFORE YOU LET
Before you can legally let a property in Northern Ireland, there are several key steps to complete. Your property must meet current safety standards, including a valid gas safety certificate renewed annually, an electrical installation condition report, and working smoke and carbon monoxide alarms. You will also need an Energy Performance Certificate in place. If your property has a mortgage, check with your lender first, as some require consent to let. Landlords in Northern Ireland are also required to register with the Landlord Registration Scheme.
SETTING THE RIGHT RENT
One of the most important decisions you will make as a landlord in Newtownards is setting the right rental price. Too high and your property sits empty; too low and you are leaving money behind. Our team regularly compares properties across Newtownards against current market listings and recently agreed rents in similar streets and postcodes, so landlords get an accurate figure from the outset rather than guesswork. Getting this right from the start means less void time and a better return on your investment.
FINDING AND KEEPING GOOD TENANTS
A good tenant is worth more than a slightly higher rent from an unreliable one. Thorough referencing — including employment checks, previous landlord references and credit history — is essential before any tenancy begins. A well-drafted tenancy agreement protects both parties and sets clear expectations from day one. As established estate agents and letting agents serving Bangor, Newtownards and the wider North Down area, Andrews and Gregg offer a fully managed letting service, handling everything from viewings and tenant vetting to rent collection and maintenance, freeing up your time while keeping your investment properly looked after.
Andrews and Gregg are an independent estate agency based in Bangor, serving homeowners across North Down including Bangor, Newtownards, Donaghadee, Holywood, Crawfordsburn and Helen's Bay. We offer free, no-obligation property valuations and a personal, professional service designed to achieve the best possible result for every client.
Contact Andrews and Gregg today for your free valuation. Call us on 028 9146 5000 or visit andrewsandgregg.com to book online.
