Smart Home Gadgets for a More Convenient Rented Apartment
Aritra Dutta
Aritra Dutta
Published 14-08-2025

Smart Home Gadgets for a More Convenient Rented Apartment

Convenience is important in the hectic life of a city person. Our everyday routines are now more efficient, and our houses are more comfortable thanks to smart home appliances that have completely changed the way we live. With these devices, renters have an exceptional chance to improve their quality of life without having to make any long-term modifications to their apartment.

The Rise of Smart Home Gadgets

Although the notion of a "smart home" has been around for some time, new developments have made it more widely available than before. IoT (Internet of Things) integration has allowed tenants to remotely operate a number of apartment-related features. From adjusting the thermostat to scheduling the lights, smart gadgets are not just about convenience; they’re about creating a personalized living experience.

Top Smart Home Gadgets for Renters

Smart Locks

For renters looking to increase security without making long-term modifications to their Bangalore rental apartments, smart locks offer the perfect solution. The gentle design of these devices allows for easy installation and removal without compromising the integrity of the current door hardware. Renters who value keeping their rental property's integrity while also taking advantage of current technologies will find this feature very intriguing.

Smart Thermostats

Smart thermostats are among the numerous eco-friendly tech substitutes available for sustainable living in apartments. These innovative gadgets have drawn a lot of attention for their exceptional ease of use and capacity to increase energy efficiency. Renters may improve their energy efficiency by regulating their heating and cooling systems precisely using smart thermostats, according to their personal preferences and daily schedules. 


Smart Bulbs

Renters can enjoy the convenience of remotely managing their lighting fixtures with smart bulbs by using smart home devices or smartphone applications. With the use of this feature, users may customize the lighting experience to suit their needs by adjusting the brightness and color of the lights to suit their tastes and schedule. The energy efficiency of smart bulbs is one of their main benefits. Because these bulbs are made to use less energy than normal incandescent bulbs.

Smart Light Strips

Accent lighting using light strips may greatly enhance the atmosphere of a space by providing a calming, gentle glow that complements traditional overhead lighting. By arranging light strips, renters can give their living areas more coziness and aesthetic appeal.

Air Purifiers

More and more people are getting air purifiers for their homes, especially in cities where there's lots of allergens and pollution. If you rent, having a great air purifier can make your place healthier and cleaner. These gadgets get rid of the yucky stuff in the air, like dust and other particles that can make you sneeze or have trouble breathing. 

Smart Indoor Gardens

Adding a smart indoor garden to your apartment can significantly transform your sustainable living practices while offering several advantages beyond simple use. By integrating this environmentally friendly technology, you can drastically lower your carbon footprint in addition to having a steady supply of new herbs and veggies at your fingertips. Being able to grow your own herbs and vegetables indoors allows you to thus lowering packaging waste and emissions associated with transportation.

Smart indoor gardens make the air in your home better by putting out oxygen and getting rid of bad stuff, so you breathe easier and your home feels fresher.

Conclusion

Adding smart home appliances to a rental apartment can make tenants' lives better. These gadgets make the place look nicer, safer, and save energy.With the newest technology, renters can make their living space better without changing things permanently.


Eager to learn more about KOTS?

What is the application process like?

The application process is typically like a KYC process to get to know our customers.

What are the common lease terms?

The rental contract is for a standard of 11 months. However, you can choose how long you want to stay.

Can I renew my lease at the end of the term?

Yes, you have the option to renew your rental agreement whenever you wish to.

Is there any Commitment/Lock in period?

Lock in period is a commitment given by the tenants to us in order to avail free common area maintenance charge. Lock-in period should be a minimum of 6 months to avail free common area maintenance charge.

Can you renew or update only the lock in period?

No, once the contract is made you cannot update or change the lock-in period or any other terms.

Are they any hidden charges?

Being fair &transparent is our core value and we inform all our tenants about our terms &conditions in detail prior to the booking. There are no hidden charges or terms.

What is the difference between contract period and lock-in period?

Both aspects operate independently. Contract period is the 11 month legal term under which tenants will rent the flat with KOTS. Renewal of contracts is possible. On the other hand, the lock-in period refers to the duration for which the tenant commits to remain without terminating the contract, enabling them to take advantage of the free common area maintenance charges offered.

What happens if you terminate the contract (or) vacate the home during the Lock-In period ?

The common area maintenance charges offered will be reversed and you will be charged monthly common area maintenance charges for the entire stay duration.

Is there any notice period to terminate the contract?

Yes, the tenants have to serve 45 days notice period before they terminate the contract.

Are there any painting charges or move out charges?

Move out charges include painting charges to be paid (one time) by the Sub-Lessee in advance or in pre-paid manner at the time of booking the flat. If the rented flat is of Studio / 1BHK flat, painting charges are Rs 14,500 (Fourteen thousand five hundred.) and if the rented flat is a 2BHK flat, painting charges are Rs 19,500 (Nineteen thousand five hundred.).

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