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Free NSW Condition Report Template (2026)

Compliant with the Residential Tenancies Act 2010, s29. Updated for 2025-2026 reforms. Use online or download as PDF.

NSW Condition Report Requirements

Legislation
Residential Tenancies Act 2010, s29
Form Name
Residential Tenancy Condition Report
When Required
Start and end of tenancy
Bond Condition
Always required regardless of bond
Tenant Return Timeframe
7 days after taking possession
Photos Required
Not legally required, but strongly recommended
Standard Form
Yes — prescribed form available

Recent Reform

Bond Online survey mandatory from July 2025. Standard rental application form from March 2026. No-grounds evictions removed.

View the full legislation →

What to Include in a NSW Condition Report

A comprehensive room-by-room checklist. For each item, record the condition and take photos.

Kitchen

Benchtop
Cupboards & Drawers
Sink & Taps
Oven & Cooktop
Rangehood
Splashback
Flooring
Walls
Ceiling
Light Fittings
Power Points
Windows
Blinds / Curtains

Condition options: Clean, Undamaged, Working, Good condition...

Living Room

Flooring
Walls
Ceiling
Light Fittings
Power Points
Windows
Blinds / Curtains
Doors
Built-in Shelving

Condition options: Clean, Undamaged, Working, Good condition...

Master Bedroom

Flooring
Walls
Ceiling
Light Fittings
Power Points
Windows
Blinds / Curtains
Doors
Built-in Wardrobe

Condition options: Clean, Undamaged, Working, Good condition...

Bedroom 2

Flooring
Walls
Ceiling
Light Fittings
Power Points
Windows
Blinds / Curtains
Doors
Built-in Wardrobe

Condition options: Clean, Undamaged, Working, Good condition...

Bathroom

Basin & Taps
Shower / Bath
Toilet
Mirror
Tiles
Exhaust Fan
Towel Rails
Flooring
Walls
Ceiling

Condition options: Clean, Undamaged, Working, Good condition...

Laundry

Tub & Taps
Cupboards
Flooring
Walls
Ceiling
Power Points

Condition options: Clean, Undamaged, Working, Good condition...

Hallway / Entrance

Flooring
Walls
Ceiling
Light Fittings
Front Door
Locks & Keys
Doorbell / Intercom

Condition options: Clean, Undamaged, Working, Good condition...

Exterior / Yard

Front Yard
Back Yard
Fencing
Driveway
Garage / Carport
Letterbox
Clothesline
Gutters
External Walls

Condition options: Clean, Undamaged, Working, Good condition...

General

Smoke Alarms
Keys Provided
Remotes Provided
Electricity Meter Reading
Gas Meter Reading
Water Meter Reading

Condition options: Clean, Undamaged, Working, Good condition...

5 Common Mistakes in NSW Condition Reports

1

Not providing 2 copies (or 1 electronic copy) of the signed report to the tenant

2

Failing to complete the report before the tenant moves in

3

Not including meter readings (gas, electricity, water)

4

Missing photos of pre-existing damage that later leads to bond disputes

5

Not noting the condition of smoke alarms and safety switches

Frequently Asked Questions — NSW

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