Selling a property while leased

What happens at the end of a DHA lease

We understand that personal circumstances can change, and that you may want to sell the property during the term of the lease. You can sell the property at any time, however the property must be sold with the lease and property care contract in place.

To make it easier, we have a panel of real estate agents that are familiar with our property investment program, lease terms and property care contract. These agents will offer competitive commission rates and advertising fees.

If you wish sell your DHA-leased property we recommend obtaining an appraisal from either a DHA panel agent or an agent of your choosing. In the first instance we recommend obtaining a desktop appraisal from the agent of your choice. You can obtain all the property information required for this on your Online Services account, via the “Appraisal and Sale” tab.

Log into DHA Online Services to access your property information via the “Appraisal and Sale” tab.

We recommend providing your agent a copy of the following:

  • Property photos
  • Floor plan
  • A copy of the lease and property care contract (applicable for Lease Edition 7)
  • Current rent details (available on your latest statement)
  • A copy of Agent instructions - selling a DHA leased property (PDF 620KB) for marketing the property. Please ensure this is forwarded to your agent prior to them marketing the property for sale.

If you require assistance accessing your account please email lessormanagement@dha.gov.au

If you decide to proceed with the sale of your property, appoint an agent and start the sale process on your Online Services account, via the “Appraisal and Sale” tab.

If you require assistance accessing your account please email lessormanagement@dha.gov.au

  • Once you have notified DHA of your intent to sell, a physical inspection can now be requested on your Online Services account, via the “Appraisal and Sale” tab. Please provide some preferred dates to help DHA arrange the inspection for you.
  • If your appointed agent experiences any issues with accessing the property please email lessormanagement@dha.gov.au

The Occupant must be given at least 72 hours’ notice before inspections are to take place. The Occupant (or their nominated representative) must be present at all inspections.

Our Occupants privacy and security is paramount. If the selling agent experiences difficulty contacting the Occupant during the inspection process, please contact lessormanagement@dha.gov.au as soon as possible so DHA can address any issues. If the selling agent has feedback on the presentation of the property, please contact lessormanagement@dha.gov.au

  • Provide your agent with a copy of Agent instructions - selling a DHA leased property (PDF 620KB) for marketing the property. Please ensure this is forwarded to your agent prior to them marketing the property for sale.
  • Provide your solicitor with our Solicitor and Conveyancer Instructions Guide (PDF 562KB). DHA will liaise with your solicitor to ensure they have the information necessary for a smooth settlement process.
  • Please ensure DHA is notified when, you appoint an agent to sell the property, contracts are signed and settlement takes place.
  • Notification of appointment of agent can be actioned on your Online Services account via the “Appraisal and Sale” tab.
  • Notification of exchange can be actioned on your Online Services account via the “Appraisal and Sale” tab.

Rent may be subject to abatement under certain circumstances such as loss of enjoyment or amenity, or breach of lease terms. Rent is paid where the property is habitable. Should a property become uninhabitable during the term of the lease, or lessor breaches the lease terms, the rent may cease or abate and the lease may be terminated by DHA. Guaranteed rent is subject to the terms of the lease. DHA does not take into account an investor’s objectives or financial needs. Investors should always seek appropriate independent advice before making any investment decisions with DHA.