Rental Checklist

APARTMENT ADDRESS:

LANDLORD’S NAME :

LANDLORD’S PHONE:

Lease/Rent Period (check one):
Circle to click for Month  Month
Circle to click for Year Year
Circle to click for Other Other ________________________________
QUCK FACTS
Date available  
Monthly rent  
Rent due by  
Security deposit  
Application fee  
UTILITIES Checkmark YES
Heat included  
Gas included  
Electric included  
Water included  
Sewer included  
APARTMENT Checkmark YES
Pets allowed  
Central air conditioning  
Can control the heat (thermostat)  
I will have my own gas and electric meter (so I only pay for MY unit)  
Washer hook-ups and drains  
Gas or 220 electric line for dryer/stove  
Enough outlets  
Outlets have three prongs  
Cable/satellite ready  
Enough closet, cabinet, & storage space  
Insulated walls (must ask landlord)  
Storm windows (more efficient to heat)  
Screens for the windows  
Lower ceilings (more efficient to heat)  
Free of roaches, rats, mice, or ants  
Free of visible water damage or leaks  
Enough water pressure  
Hot water tank large enough (at least 40 gallons)  
Landlord is responsible for snow removal and lawn care  
Laundry facilities on-site  

Your overall impression of the rental unit:

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LANDLORD SUPPLIED ITEMS Checkmark YES
Refrigerator  
Dishwasher  
Garbage disposal  
Stove  
Washing machine (in unit)  
Dryer (in unit)  
Off-street parking spot(s)  
Window unit air conditioner  
COMMUNITY Checkmark YES
Near to school/work (save money by living close)  
Near to grocery, bank, post office, health facility, laundromat, etc.  
Close to public transportation?  
safety Checkmark YES
Emergency exits  
24/7 emergency maintenance  
Smoke detectors work  
Windows Lock  
Windows function (open & stay up)  
Built in 1978 or later (little chance of lead hazard from paint chips and dust)  
Working locks/chains on all doors  
Well-lit halls, stairwells, & outside areas  
Solid railings around all balconies, decks, & other drop-offs  
Fire extinguisher  
No asbestos hazards: flaking ceiling tiles, or crumbling pipe wrap or insulation