10/07/2026
If you're selling a house, gathering the right information upfront helps you market it effectively, answer buyers' questions confidently, and close deals faster. Here's a comprehensive checklist you can use.
🏡 Property Information
Property title/name
Exact location (Estate, Road, Area)
Google Maps pin (if available)
Property type (Apartment, Maisonette, Townhouse, Villa, Bungalow, etc.)
Asking price
Negotiable? (Yes/No)
📐 Size & Layout
Land size (e.g., 50x100, 1/8 acre, ½ acre)
Built-up area (sqm or sq ft)
Number of bedrooms
Number of bathrooms
Number of ensuite bedrooms
Number of floors
🛋 Interior Features
Living room
Dining area
Kitchen type (Open/Closed)
Pantry
Laundry area
Family/TV room
Home office/study
DSQ (Servant's Quarter)
Walk-in closets
Balcony/Terrace
Fireplace (if any)
🌳 Exterior Features
Garden
Backyard
Swimming pool
Gym
Children's play area
BBQ area
Rooftop terrace
Cabro driveway
Garage/Carport
Number of parking spaces
🔒 Security
Perimeter wall
Electric fence
CCTV
Security guards
Alarm system
Gated community
Access control
⚡ Utilities
Water supply
Water storage tanks
Borehole
Electricity
Backup generator
Solar water heating
Solar power
Internet/Fibre availability
📍 Nearby Amenities
Schools
Hospitals
Shopping malls
Restaurants
Public transport
UN/Gigiri (if relevant)
Major roads/highways
📄 Legal Information
Title deed available?
Leasehold or Freehold?
Remaining lease period (if leasehold)
Rates paid?
Service charge
Monthly maintenance fee
Any outstanding loans or disputes?
📸 Marketing Materials
Exterior photos
Living room photos
Kitchen photos
Bedrooms
Bathrooms
Garden
Aerial/drone photos (if available)
Video walkthrough
Floor plan
📅 Viewing Information
Viewing by appointment?
Occupied or vacant?
Earliest viewing date
Contact person on site
👤 Seller Information
Owner's name
Phone number
Email
Preferred communication method
🤝 Commission Details
Agreed commission percentage
Exclusive or open listing?
Agreement signed?
Duration of listing agreement
⭐ Bonus: Questions Every Realtor Should Ask the Seller
Why are you selling?
How soon do you want to sell?
What's the lowest acceptable price?
Are you open to mortgage buyers?
Is the property currently occupied?
Have you listed it with other agents?
Are there any defects buyers should know about?
This checklist will help you gather everything needed to market the property professionally and avoid unnecessary back-and-forth with the seller.
