Apartment Inspection Checklist

For first time apartment hunters and old hands alike, checking out potential places can be a daunting task. So much stuff to remember! Well, let RENTNET® make it easier for you—here's a checklist of some things to consider during your apartment hunt:

Terms and Conditions	Unit 1	Unit 2	Unit 3	Unit 4
Date available
Deposit
Pet rules/deposit
Late payment charges
Length of lease
Penalty for breaking lease
Physical changes allowed
Rent amount
Rent due
Subletting
Utilities included
Water
Heat
Garbage
Other
Apartment	Unit 1	Unit 2	Unit 3	Unit 4
Air conditioning
Ample outlets
Bedroom privacy
Blinds/curtains
Cable TV connection
Carpet
Hardwood floors
Closet space
Fireplace
Furniture
Light Fixtures
Natural light
Paint/wall conditions
Patio/balcony
Pet-friendly
Phone jack in each room
Storage
Upstairs/downstairs
View
Patio/balcony
Pet-friendly
Phone jack in each room
Storage
Upstairs/downstairs
View
Water pressure
Kitchen	Unit 1	Unit 2	Unit 3	Unit 4
Age of refrigerator
Counter space
Dishwasher
Garbage disposal
Gas/electric stove
Microwave
Smoothly opening drawers
Community	Unit 1	Unit 2	Unit 3	Unit 4
Laundry facilities
Loud garbage chute nearby
Noise level
Parking
Bike racks
Elevators/stairs proximity
Roof access
Soundproof walls
Mailbox
Safety	Unit 1	Unit 2	Unit 3	Unit 4
Emergency exits
Fire extinguishers
Functioning windows
Gated entrance
Intercom
Lead hazards
Locks on all doors
Outside lighting
Screens
Smoke detectors
Neighborhood	Unit 1	Unit 2	Unit 3	Unit 4
Average community age
Public transportation proximity
Distance from school/work
Proximity of grocery, bank, post office, etc.