| No. | Item | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Are amenities included? | Ask what shared features come. |
| 2. | Are fire extinguishers provided? | Ask about fire safety equipment. |
| 3. | Are smoke detectors working? | Ask whether alarms function properly. |
| 4. | Are the outlets grounded? | Ask about outlet safety. |
| 5. | Are there any application fees? | Ask about nonrefundable upfront charges. |
| 6. | Are there any code violations? | Ask about legal safety issues. |
| 7. | Are there breed restrictions? | Ask pet breed limitations. |
| 8. | Are there grocery stores nearby? | Ask about nearby food shopping. |
| 9. | Are there late fees? | Ask penalties for late payment. |
| 10. | Are there parks nearby? | Ask about nearby green spaces. |
| 11. | Are there pest treatments? | Ask whether pest control is done. |
| 12. | Are there quiet hours? | Ask building noise rules. |
| 13. | Are there security cameras? | Ask about surveillance in common areas. |
| 14. | Are utilities included? | Ask which bills are covered. |
| 15. | Are windows drafty? | Ask whether windows leak air. |
| 16. | Can I document existing damage? | Ask about move-in inspection record. |
| 17. | Can I get everything in writing? | Ask for written confirmation. |
| 18. | Can I hang shelves? | Ask whether wall mounting allowed. |
| 19. | Can I have roommates? | Ask whether additional occupants allowed. |
| 20. | Can I meet current tenants? | Ask to speak with residents. |
| 21. | Can I paint the walls? | Ask whether painting is allowed. |
| 22. | Can I pay online? | Ask whether online payment is possible. |
| 23. | Can I renew the lease? | Ask whether renewal is possible. |
| 24. | Can I see the exact unit? | Ask to view actual apartment. |
| 25. | Can I sublet the apartment? | Ask whether subletting is allowed. |
| 26. | Do the doors lock well? | Ask about door security. |
| 27. | Do the windows lock? | Ask about window security. |
| 28. | Has asbestos been removed? | Ask about asbestos status. |
| 29. | Has it had pest problems? | Ask about insects or rodents. |
| 30. | Has lead paint been tested? | Ask about lead paint safety. |
| 31. | Has the unit been renovated? | Ask about recent updates. |
| 32. | Has there been mold? | Ask about mold history. |
| 33. | Has there been water damage? | Ask about leaks or flooding. |
| 34. | How fast are repairs done? | Ask typical repair response time. |
| 35. | How is maintenance handled? | Ask how repairs are requested. |
| 36. | How is the cell signal? | Ask phone reception quality. |
| 37. | How is the insulation? | Ask about temperature efficiency. |
| 38. | How is the noise level? | Ask about everyday sound levels. |
| 39. | How is the shower? | Ask about shower condition. |
| 40. | How is the water pressure? | Ask about shower and faucet flow. |
| 41. | How long is the commute? | Ask travel time to destinations. |
| 42. | How many occupants are allowed? | Ask the occupancy limit. |
| 43. | How many outlets are there? | Ask about electrical outlet count. |
| 44. | How much closet space is there? | Ask about closet capacity. |
| 45. | How much counter space is there? | Ask about kitchen workspace. |
| 46. | How much is the move-in cost? | Ask total amount due upfront. |
| 47. | How old are the appliances? | Ask appliance age and condition. |
| 48. | How reliable is the internet? | Ask about connection stability. |
| 49. | How safe is the area? | Ask about neighborhood safety. |
| 50. | Is hot water reliable? | Ask whether hot water is consistent. |
| 51. | Is parking included? | Ask if a parking spot comes. |
| 52. | Is public transit nearby? | Ask about nearby transportation options. |
| 53. | Is renters insurance required? | Ask if coverage is mandatory. |
| 54. | Is smoking allowed? | Ask whether smoking is permitted. |
| 55. | Is the apartment furnished? | Ask whether furniture is provided. |
| 56. | Is the kitchen full-size? | Ask about kitchen size. |
| 57. | Is there a balcony? | Ask whether outdoor private space exists. |
| 58. | Is there a bathtub? | Ask whether tub is included. |
| 59. | Is there a carbon alarm? | Ask about carbon monoxide detector. |
| 60. | Is there a dishwasher? | Ask whether dishwasher is included. |
| 61. | Is there a full-size fridge? | Ask refrigerator size. |
| 62. | Is there a gym? | Ask whether fitness room exists. |
| 63. | Is there a move-in fee? | Ask about building move fee. |
| 64. | Is there a pet fee? | Ask about one-time pet charge. |
| 65. | Is there a pool? | Ask whether swimming pool exists. |
| 66. | Is there air conditioning? | Ask whether cooling is available. |
| 67. | Is there an elevator? | Ask whether elevator access exists. |
| 68. | Is there an on-site manager? | Ask if management is present. |
| 69. | Is there bike storage? | Ask whether bicycles have storage. |
| 70. | Is there controlled entry? | Ask whether access is restricted. |
| 71. | Is there extra storage? | Ask about additional storage areas. |
| 72. | Is there heating? | Ask whether heat is provided. |
| 73. | Is there in-unit laundry? | Ask whether washer and dryer exist. |
| 74. | Is there laundry on-site? | Ask about laundry facilities. |
| 75. | Is there mail security? | Ask whether mail is protected. |
| 76. | Is there monthly pet rent? | Ask about recurring pet charge. |
| 77. | Is there natural light? | Ask about sunlight in unit. |
| 78. | Is there outdoor space? | Ask about patio, yard, or deck. |
| 79. | Is there package delivery? | Ask how packages are handled. |
| 80. | What are the guest rules? | Ask policies for visitors. |
| 81. | What are the laundry costs? | Ask price of laundry use. |
| 82. | What are the move-in rules? | Ask building moving procedures. |
| 83. | What condition is it in? | Ask overall current condition. |
| 84. | What floor is it on? | Ask the apartment’s level. |
| 85. | What happens if I break it? | Ask the early termination consequences. |
| 86. | What internet options exist? | Ask available internet providers. |
| 87. | What is nearby? | Ask about local amenities. |
| 88. | What is the lease term? | Ask how long the lease lasts. |
| 89. | What is the monthly rent? | Ask the exact monthly price. |
| 90. | What is the neighborhood like? | Ask about local atmosphere. |
| 91. | What is the parking situation? | Ask about parking availability. |
| 92. | What is the pet policy? | Ask whether pets are allowed. |
| 93. | When is rent due? | Ask the monthly due date. |
| 94. | Which way do windows face? | Ask the apartment’s orientation. |
| 95. | Who pays for electricity? | Ask responsibility for electric bill. |
| 96. | Who pays for gas? | Ask responsibility for gas bill. |
| 97. | Who pays for internet? | Ask responsibility for internet service. |
| 98. | Who pays for water? | Ask responsibility for water bill. |
| 99. | Will it be cleaned first? | Ask if cleaned before move-in. |
| 100. | Will repairs be done first? | Ask if issues fixed beforehand. |
