Move-In / Move-Out Housing Inspection Checklist

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MOVE-IN / MOVE-OUT INSPECTION CHECKLIST
Tenant Name:
Apartment Address:
Date:
For a landlord to collect a security deposit, a written statement specifically describing the condition and cleanliness of or existing damages to the premises and
furnishings, including, but not limited to: walls, floors, countertops, carpets, window coverings and appliances must be completed at the beginning of tenancy. This
statement shall be signed and dated by the landlord and the tenant, and the tenant shall be provided with a copy of the signed statement.
Both the landlord and tenant should carefully go through the premises and describe the condition of the unit at the beginning of tenancy. It is not required for the
landlord to go through the statement with the tenant at the end of tenancy. Landlords cannot charge a tenant for normal wear and tear. All serial numbers should be
provided by the landlord.
Overall Condition of Unit
Check to make sure all conditions are met. If any of these conditions are not met then you should not sign a lease with the housing provider.
Unit is equipped with working Smoke Detectors?
Yes:__________
Do all outlets and light switches work?
Yes:__________
Adequate locks on doors and windows?
Yes:__________
Unit has working heat?
Yes:__________
Unit has working hot and cold water?
Yes:__________
Unit is weather tight?
Yes:__________
[check one]
[check one]
Area (if not applicable, indicate N/A)
Detailed Condition at Move-In
Detailed Condition at Move-Out
Good
Fair
Poor
Good
Fair
Poor
KITCHEN
Floors/carpet/linoleum/other floor covering
Walls
Ceiling
Windows (including locks)
Window coverings: Type _______________
Doors (including locks)
Light fixtures
Cabinets/cupboards
Countertops
Sinks/Faucet
Plumbing (including sink drains)
Stove/Oven/Broiler: serial # _______________
Stove Hood/Filter/Fan/Burners/Timer
Refrigerator: serial # _______________
Dishwasher: serial # _______________
Garbage Disposal
Other:
UTILITY ROOM
Washer: serial # _______________
Dryer: serial # _______________
Water Tank
Floors/carpet/linoleum/other floor covering
Walls
Ceiling
Windows (including locks)
Window coverings: Type _______________
Last revised June 6, 2011
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