Inspect locks, windows, lighting, ventilation, plumbing, heating controls, appliances, and the entrance. Ask to see shared laundry, storage, and parking if they are part of the listing.
Ask who pays heat, electric, water, trash, and internet. Get any included services, pet terms, occupancy limits, and parking arrangements in writing.
Check the trip to your daily destinations and visit the block at the time you expect to be home. If accessibility matters, check the actual route and describe any accommodation you need.
Confirm the unit’s availability and application instructions before submitting personal information or paying for screening. Read the lease, photograph the move-in condition, and keep copies of important correspondence.
Choose a unit from the published inventory and use the application steps after leasing confirms the apartment.
Unit observations
- Operate locks, windows, taps and visible heating controls with the tour contact’s permission.
- Note lighting, ventilation, outlets, appliances and any visible condition needing clarification.
- Measure the furniture and storage space you need rather than estimating from photos.
Shared spaces and arrival
- Trace the actual entrance from parking or the bus stop, including stairs and shared doors.
- Ask to see laundry, storage and any advertised parking arrangement.
- Describe your access needs and ask exact-unit accommodation questions.
Costs, dates and lease
- Get written heat, electric, water, trash and internet responsibilities.
- Confirm pets, parking charges, deposit terms, full lease dates and roommate responsibility.
- Record outstanding repairs and confirmed readiness for the exact unit.
- Confirm the accepting application link; keep tour notes for lease and move-in review.
Sources and official resources
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