The RENTER’S Checklist
Apartment Name & Address
Landlord’`’ s Name and Phone Number:
Cost__ Rent: _____
Security Deposit: ____
__ What utilities are included? Cost?
__ Furnished or Unfurnished?
Security
__ Are the door locks adequate?
__ Are there locks on the windows?
__ Are the hallways / outside entrance(s) lit?
__ Is there a buzzer or intercom system?
__ Are there peepholes in the entrance door(s)?
__ Is there an alarm system, security personnel?
Kitchen
__ Is it large enough to eat in?
__ Is the sink scratched, damaged, rusted?
__ Does the faucet work?
__ Is there adequate pressure?
__ Does the sink drain?
__ Is the stove / oven clean?
__ Do the burners and oven work properly?
__ Is there adequate cabinet and counter-top space?
__ Is the floor in good condition?
__ Is there a vent fan? Is there a dishwasher?
__ Is there a garbage disposal?
__ Are the refrigerator and freezer large enough?
Bathroom and Plumbing
General
__ Do the faucets work and have adequate pressure?
__ Is there a shower? Condition?
__ Is there a shower curtain rod?
__ Is there a medicine cabinet? Mirrors/towel racks?
__ Is there a toilet paper holder?
__ Is there good lighting? Is there a vent fan?
__ Are the electrical outlets usable and safe?
__ Does each apartment have its own hot water tank?
(10 gallons per person is recommended)
Property Owner
__ Is the property owner generally available?
__ Will she/he respond promptly when repairs
are needed?
__ What do other tenants think about
the property owner? Online reviews?
__ Is there enough parking? On or off-street?
__ Are there water stains on the
ceilings or walls?
__ Can the neighbors hear me?
__ Are there signs of mice or pests?
__ Do the windows have curtain
or blind holders?
__ Do rooms have ceiling lights?
__ Is there adequate closet or storage space?
__ Has the apartment been freshly painted?
__ Can the mailbox be locked?
__ What is the general condition of the building?
__ Have there been any reported crimes?
__ What level floor is the apartment on?
__ Is it within walking distance to campus
or on a bus line?
__ Are there laundry facilities on the premises?
__ Is it close to a grocery store?
Heating
__ Can I control the heat?
__ Is the house insulated?
__ Are there storm windows?
__ Are there heat ducts in each room?
Electricity
__ Are the outlets grounded in each room?
__ Is the circuit breaker or fuse box within
easy access?
__ Do all the outlets and light switches work?
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