Complete Rental Inspection Checklist for Tenants

Embarking on your rental journey? Our rental inspection checklist is an essential tool for assessing the condition of any rental property before signing your lease. This comprehensive guide helps you scrutinize everything from utility setups like heat and A/C controls to ensuring the home is free of pests and has adequate insulation. Make informed decisions and avoid future hassles by using our detailed checklist.

Our checklist covers critical aspects such as the condition of appliances, safety of electrical outlets, and availability of essential services like on-site laundry. With our rental property evaluation guide, tenants can confidently evaluate their prospective homes, ensuring that all areas are up to standard. Remember to check for signs of water damage or leaks, and confirm responsibilities for snow removal and lawn care with your landlord to ensure your rental experience is as smooth as possible.

Print this form and use it when you inspect the places you would like to rent.

Apartment Address

Landlord Name

Landlord Phone

Lease/Rent Period

Overall Rating

[Poor]

[Excellent]

Quick Facts

Date available

Monthly rent

Rent due by

Security deposit

Application fee

Heat included

Gas included

Electric included

Water included

Sewer included

General Items

Smoking policy

Pets allowed

Central air conditioning

Can control the heat and A/C [thermostat]

I will have my own gas and electric meter [so I only pay for MY unit]

Washer hook-ups and drains

Gas or 220 electric line for dryer/stove

Enough outlets

Outlets are grounded [have three prongs?]

Cable/satellite ready?

Enough closet, cabinet, & storage space

Insulated walls [must ask landlord]

Storm windows [more efficient to heat]

Screens for the windows

Lower ceilings [more efficient to heat]

Free of roaches, rats, mice, or ants

Free of visible water damage or leaks

Enough water pressure

Hot water tank large enough [at least 40-gallons]

Is landlord responsible for snow removal and lawn care?

Laundry facilities on-site?

Landlord-Supplied Items

Refrigerator

Stove

Washing machine [in unit?]

Dryer [in unit?]

Dishwasher

Garbage disposal in sink

Air conditioning [central, window, other]

Safety Items

Emergency exits

24/7 emergency maintenance

Smoke detectors work

Carbon monoxide detectors work

Grounded plugs & ground fault interrupters

Windows lock

Windows function [open & stay up]

Built in 1978 or later [little chance of lead hazard from paint chips and dust]

Working locks/chains on all doors

Well lit halls, stairwells, & outside areas

Solid railings around all balconies, decks, & other drop-offs

Fire extinguisher

No asbestos hazards: flaking ceiling tiles, or crumbling pipe wrap or insulation

Community Items

Near to school/work [save money by living close]

Near to grocery, bank, post office, health facility, laundromat, etc.

Close to public transportation?

Your overall impression of the rental unit

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Complete Rental Inspection Checklist for Tenants

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