Independent retailer notice: Home Builder Blinds is an independent window-treatment retailer and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any property management company, REIT, or real estate brokerage. Window sizes and product guidance below reflect common single-family rental and small-investor patterns — always measure each opening before ordering.
Why Rental Homes Need a Different Blind Spec
Owner-occupied homes optimize for style; rentals optimize for durability, replaceability, and install speed. The best rental spec is one product line and color across the property so every turnover reorder is a SKU match, not a remeasure.
- Production-built rentals (2010+) often use 35" bedroom and 47"–58" living openings — same modules as new construction
- Older stock (pre-2000) adds odd widths — custom cut matters more than big-box fixed lengths
- Patio sliders: roller shades or leave bare; vertical blinds only when sliders are standard width
- Garages, laundry, and utility rooms: vinyl mini keeps cost down
- Short-term furnished units may upgrade living areas to roller shades while keeping vinyl in bedrooms
Most Common Blind Sizes
These are the blind widths we ship most often on rental turn and whole-house orders. Each width links to available lengths:
| Window opening | Typical blind width | Common room |
|---|---|---|
| 35" | 34.5" | Bedrooms (most common) |
| 47" | 46.5" | Kitchen, dining, larger bedroom |
| 58" | 57.5" | Living / family room |
| 30" | 29.5" | Small bedroom, bath, stair |
| 24" | 23.5" | Laundry, narrow utility |
For the complete opening-to-blind chart, door and sidelight sizing, and room-by-room ranges, see our standard builder blind sizes guide.
Shop common production-home widths
These stocked widths match most new-build openings nationwide. Custom cut to your exact length — free shipping on every order.
What Rental Property Owners Usually Buy
Vinyl mini blinds win on cost per window for high-turnover rentals. Faux wood is the sweet spot when you want a finished look that still handles moisture and daily use. For five or more doors under one LLC — or full apartment repositioning — see our multifamily renovation page or open a commercial account for repeat pricing.
1" vinyl mini blinds
The default for rental turns and tight budgets — cordless, easy to replace per unit, and stocked in the widths most single-family rentals use.
Shop 1" vinyl mini blinds
2" faux wood blinds
The step-up when you want a finished look that survives tenants better than big-box vinyl — moisture-resistant and custom cut to each opening.
Shop 2" faux wood blinds
Roller shades
Clean lines for living rooms and patio doors on Class A rentals or short-term furnished units where fabric reads more updated.
Shop roller shades
2" wood blinds
Occasional upgrade for owner-occupied duplexes or high-end long-term rentals — real hardwood where durability and appearance both matter.
Shop 2" wood blindsHow to Confirm Your Exact Size
The patterns above are a starting point — your specific floorplan and any builder upgrades can shift them, so always measure. Measure each opening's width at the top, middle, and bottom and height at left, center, and right. For an inside mount, report the exact opening and the factory deducts about ½" for clearance; for an outside mount, add 1.5–2" of overlap per side. Our measuring & installation guide has step-by-step instructions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best blinds for a rental property?
1" vinyl mini blinds are the standard for budget rentals and frequent turns — low cost, cordless, and easy to replace window-for-window. 2" faux wood is the most popular upgrade when you want a cleaner look in living areas and bedrooms without jumping to custom fabric shades. Pick one product and color for the entire property so future reorders stay simple.
How much do blinds cost for a whole rental house?
Material cost depends on product line and window count. Vinyl mini blinds are typically the lowest per opening; faux wood runs higher but still well below designer custom shops. Use our homeowner planner on /homeowner-blinds for a ballpark, or schedule a free DFW measure for a firm quote with installation included.
Should landlords install blinds themselves or hire installation?
DIY works for handy owners with a small property count. Professional install makes sense when you are turning multiple units, remote-managing out of state, or want warranty-backed fit on dozens of openings. We install throughout Dallas–Fort Worth and ship nationwide for self-install.
What blind sizes are most common in rental homes?
Bedrooms usually need 34.5" blinds (from 35" openings). Living areas often need 46.5" or 57.5". Older rentals add narrower 23.5"–31.5" utility windows. Measure each opening — do not assume every room matches the listing photos.
Do you offer volume pricing for multiple rental properties?
Yes. Landlords with repeat orders can use commercial accounts for tiered pricing. Full apartment complexes and 50+ unit renovations are handled on our multifamily blind renovation page with bulk delivery and phased install in TX, OK, and KS.
Are cordless blinds required for rentals?
Cordless is strongly recommended for child safety and fewer maintenance calls from broken lift cords. Our stocked vinyl mini and faux wood lines are cordless by default.
Related Homeowner Guides
More sizing and buying guidance for production homes and new construction.
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Outfitting a new home?
Shop stocked builder widths, or have us do the whole home at once. In the Dallas–Fort Worth metro we can usually measure the same day and install within about five days, and we ship nationwide.