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What Are the Benefits of Using Digital Lockboxes for Rental Showings?

Here’s why MoveZen uses them extensively and how they improve the showing experience.

Audience: prospective renters + current residents curious about why self-showings are common

Digital lockboxes make rental showings faster, safer, and more convenient for everyone involved. They allow verified renters to tour homes independently while giving owners and residents peace of mind through strict access controls and auditing.

Quick Answer

Digital lockboxes offer:

  • Flexible, independent self-showings
  • Secure, time-limited, one-time access codes
  • Logged entries for accountability
  • Less waiting on agent schedules
  • Faster leasing and reduced vacancy
  • Better safety for renters, agents, and residents

They're one of the biggest reasons MoveZen can provide quick, easy viewing options.

Key Benefits of Digital Lockboxes

1. Flexible showings, no agent needed

Renters can tour a home at times that work for them, including evenings and weekends. This dramatically increases viewing opportunities and reduces missed appointments.

Learn how self-showing works: https://know.movezen360.com/how-do-i-use-the-self-showing-lockbox

2. Secure, time-limited access codes

Each code:

  • Is unique to the individual renter
  • Works only during the scheduled window
  • Expires immediately after the tour
  • Is tied to verified identity

This makes the process safer than traditional hide-a-key or agent drop-offs.

3. Logged access for full accountability

Every access attempt is recorded, including:

  • Time of entry
  • Verified user identity
  • Lockbox interaction logs

This gives residents and owners confidence that every visit is tracked.

4. Faster leasing and shorter vacancy periods

More available showing windows = more potential renters touring the home. This leads to more applications, faster decision-making, and shorter turnaround times.

Digital lockboxes help accelerate the entire leasing process.

5. Increased safety for everyone

Lockboxes reduce risk by:

  • Verifying ID before access
  • Eliminating untracked keys
  • Preventing unauthorized entry
  • Ensuring only scheduled visitors can access the property
  • Keeping owners and residents protected

ShowMojo safety details: https://know.movezen360.com/do-i-need-a-credit-card-or-id-to-view-a-home-or-schedule-a-showing

6. Reliable for both vacant and some occupied homes

Vacant homes are ideal for self-showings, but certain occupied homes can still use lockboxes if the resident agrees, HOA rules allow it, and access points are secure.

When not allowed, agent-led showings handle the access instead.

How Lockboxes Integrate with ShowMojo & Tenant Turner

Digital lockboxes work seamlessly with our showing systems:

ShowMojo integration

Great for fast-paced, self-showing environments: https://know.movezen360.com/do-i-need-a-credit-card-or-id-to-view-a-home-or-schedule-a-showing

Tenant Turner integration

Flexible for both agent- and self-showings: https://know.movezen360.com/what-are-the-benefits-of-using-digital-lockboxes-for-rental-showings

Both systems verify your ID, issue time-limited codes, log access, and send instructions automatically.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the lockbox safe?
Yes. The system tracks every access and uses expiring codes.

Can someone use my code?
No. Codes only work for the verified person during the scheduled window.

Does this replace in-person tours entirely?
No. Some homes still require agent-led showings (HOA rules, occupancy, safety).

Do I need an app or special equipment?
No. You only need the instructions sent from the scheduling system.

Are lockboxes used for every home?
No. Some communities or properties require supervised access.

 

Related resources 

How to use the self-showing lockbox:
https://know.movezen360.com/how-do-i-use-the-self-showing-lockbox

ShowMojo safety & credit card myths:
https://know.movezen360.com/do-i-need-a-credit-card-or-id-to-view-a-home-or-schedule-a-showing

Tenant Turner & ShowMojo system overview:
https://know.movezen360.com/what-are-the-benefits-of-using-digital-lockboxes-for-rental-showings

Schedule a showing:
https://movezen360.com/rental-showing-schedule-central/

Qualification & application FAQ:
https://know.movezen360.com/step-by-step-through-our-application-process.-pre-application-quick-tips

Browse rentals:
https://movezen360.com/rental-search/