Apartment Tour Flashcards

Flashcards about apartment tours

Monthly Rent Questions

What is the monthly rent and what does it include (utilities, internet, etc.)?

Lease Term Questions

How long is the lease term? Is it flexible?

Renters Insurance Question

Is renters insurance required?

Security Deposit Question

How much is the security deposit?

Move-in Fees Question

Are there any move-in or administrative fees?

Renovations Question

Are there any recent renovations or updates?

Appliances Question

What appliances are included (washer/dryer, dishwasher, etc.)?

Soundproofing Question

Are the walls soundproof or do you hear neighbors easily?

Pests or Mold Question

Are there any issues with pests or mold?

Natural Lighting and Airflow Question

How is the natural lighting and airflow?

Maintenance Responsibility Question

Who is responsible for maintenance and how quickly are requests handled?

Heating and Cooling Question

How is heating and cooling managed and billed?

Emergency Maintenance Question

Is there 24/7 emergency maintenance?

Utilities Metering Question

Are utilities individually metered or shared with other units?

Internet Service Question

How reliable is internet service in the building?

Neighborhood Safety Question

What is the neighborhood like at night and on weekends?

Street Noise Question

Is there a lot of street noise or nearby construction?

Building Security Question

How secure is the building (locks, cameras, security patrols)?

Accessibility Question

Is there easy access to public transportation, grocery stores, etc.?

Parking Question

What's the parking situation for tenants and guests?

Lease Breaking Penalties Question

Are there penalties for breaking the lease early?

Rent Increase Question

How often does rent typically increase?

Ongoing Fees Question

Are there any ongoing fees (trash, amenities, parking)?

Subletting Question

Is subletting or short-term rental (e.g., Airbnb) allowed?

Rent Payment Methods Question

What payment methods are accepted for rent?

Water Pressure and Temperature Check

Check water pressure and temperature in sinks and showers.

Cabinet and Closet Inspection

Look inside cabinets and closets for cleanliness or damage.

Electrical Test

Test light switches and electrical outlets.

Window Inspection

Inspect windows for insulation, security, and any damage.

Noise Level Check

Listen for noise levels from neighbors or traffic.