What do you look for in a rental? Use the rental selection checklist to keep track of things to review and consider when searching for a rental.

Address and Unit #
Monthly rent
Security deposit
Date available
Length of lease

Children allowed
Pets allowed
Security system or doorman
Elevator or walk-up building
Is apartment rent controlled or stabilized
Type of heat and cost
Air-conditioning (central or window units)
Utilities included
Adequate door locks
Adequate water pressure and hot water
Janitor and superintendent on premises
Is regular extermination service provided, if needed?
Provisions for refuse disposal
Parking available/included
Appliances provided
Condition of appliances
Room measurements - can all your furniture fit?
Furniture layout
Does apartment need painting
Adequate closets and storage space
Enough wall space for wall hangings
Enough electrical outlets
Enough windows
Laundry facilities on premises or nearby
Cable TV or master antenna outlet
Front door peephole and/or chain lock
Adequate dining area
Adequate kitchen cabinet space
Adequate kitchen counter space
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