Questions to Ask the Landlord
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Basic Information
# of Bedrooms _______ # of Bathrooms _______ sq. ft _______
How many people may live in the apartment? _______
Rent _______ Are utilities included? Y N If yes, which ones? ________________
When is rent due? _________ Where is it to be paid? __________________
Are there late fees? Y N If yes, how much? ___________
What is the length of the lease? _____________________
Are the lease terms flexible? ___________________
What are the penalties for breaking a lease? __________________________
How much is the security deposit? _________
When must it be paid? _________ When will you get it back? ____________
Where will it be held? __________ Will you earn interest on it? ___________
How often are security deposits withheld? _________
For what reasons? __________________________________________
Can you sublet a room or the unit? Y N If yes, on what conditions? ____________
Property Questions
Is there an on-site manager? Y N
Do you offer 24-hour emergency maintenance? Y N
What security measures are in place? ____________________________________
Are pets welcome? Y N If yes, are any types/breeds banned? ________________
Are there laundry facilities on-site? Y N if yes, is there a fee? ________________
Is the property handicapped-accessible? Y N
Location
Is the rental near public transportation? Y N if yes, how close? _______________
Is the rental near any parks or trails? Y N if yes, how close? _________________
Is the rental near grocery stores, restaurants, etc? Y N if yes, how close? ______
Is parking included? Y N if yes, is there a parking fee? ______________
Is covered parking available? If yes, is there a fee? ____________
Is street parking available? Y N
Is guest parking/visitor parking available? Y N


