What do you get for your MONEY:

• Fully Equipped Kitchen - Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stove, Microwave
• Central Air/Heating - Electric or Gas?
• Flexible Lease Terms - 6 month/12 month or monthly
• Pets
• Parking
• Pest Control
• Laundry Facilities or Washer/Dryer Hook-up
• Pool/Tennis Courts/Volleyball Court
• Exercise Facilities
• Privacy
• Furnished/Unfurnished
• Energy Efficient - Unless your lease states that the landlord is responsible for utilities, you are responsible for opening and maintaining utility accounts.
• Closet Space
• Storage Space
• Square Footage - How big is this apartment, will there be enough room?
• Carpeting
• On Bus Route?
• Handicap Accessibility
• Repairs - Generally, the landlord is responsible for making repairs on items due to ordinary wear and tear.  If a repair is needed, you should notify the landlord or property manager, who should then make repairs within a reasonable time.
• 24 Hour Maintenance - Important for emergencies!!
• On-Site Management and Availability/Office Hours
• Security ***Safety is something extremely important to consider.  Many complexes will have a courtesy patrol or 24 hour security officer on duty, or possibly install a monitored alarm in each apartment.  Other complexes do not offer any security or precautionary measures.  We suggest you talk to other residents in order to get information about safety.  But, first and foremost, you must feel comfortable with the area and what is provided so you feel safe in your home!!  Here are some other tips to keep in mind:
  • Lock your doors at all times when you are not at home and at night
  • Know your neighbors
  • Report any suspicious activity immediately
  • Never open your door to strangers
  • Look around you - Always be aware
  • Ask for identification from maintenance and utility company employees before allowing them to enter your apartment
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