Renters Checklist
Table of Contents
Finances
What is the rent per month?
What day of the month is rent due?
Is a security deposit required?
Does the lease say rent can be increased?
Does the rent include heat, water, electricity, cable or Internet?
Will parking cost extra?
Who has to pay for repairs - big ones and small ones?
Terminating the agreement - how much notice does each party need to give?
Area and Space
Can extra belongings such as bikes, luggage be stored?
Is the rental space close to services that are used regularly? (groceries, bank)
Is the rental space clean?
How is refuse/garbage disposal handled?
Are there any signs of insects present?
Who does the snow shoveling and grass cutting?
Are there laundry facilities?
Is there Internet service or can it be installed?
Where can vehicles be parked?
Is the area well lit at night?
How quiet or noisy is the rental space?
Do the walls seem hollow (when thumped) or solid?
Can you hear neighbors upstairs, downstairs, or on either side of you?
House rules
Are visitors and overnight guests allowed?
Are you permitted to share household appliances?
Are smoking and/or alcohol allowed?
Are pets permitted?
Privacy issues?
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Presented by:
Nicole Nichols-West
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Who it's for
This Renters Checklist is for anyone who wants a simple, practical way to get things done without missing steps.
- Avoid forgetting - keep all your Renters essentials in one place (external memory)
- Save time - start from a proven Renters structure instead of a blank page
- Stay on track - track progress, come back later, and keep momentum
- Coordinate with others - share the list and divide responsibilities
- Learn the process - follow the steps in a sensible order, even if it's your first time
How to use it
How to use this Renters Checklist
- Save Renters Checklist to your free Checklist account so your progress is saved and synced across devices.
- Customize it in the app: remove anything that does not apply, then add your own details for Renters (dates, sizes, addresses, notes).
- If others are involved, invite them to collaborate and divide responsibilities.
- Work through the list: check items off as you go, and set reminders for time-sensitive steps.