Questions to Ask When Looking at Apartments in Chico California

When you are searching for apartments in Chico California, you might feel like your head is spinning. There are so many great apartments in our little city, but on the flip side there are also lots of not so great apartments. So, how do you know which one is going to be the best for you?

The questions listed below are great to ask when you're taking an apartment tour, or by giving the complex staff a call. These are basic questions that should be easily answered and will give you more information to make a decision that is informed and will make you happy.  

21 Questions to Ask When Touring an Apartment

by Lesly Gregory on Apartment Guide

Knowing the right questions to ask when touring an apartment puts you in that get-to-know-you space with each prospective home. It ensures the time you spent touring a potential rental isn't a waste of energy and gives you a chance to see if the space, and the management company, are the right fit.

The first time you see a place is the best time to get all your questions answered. Not sure what to say? Here are the 21 best questions to ask when touring an apartment.

1. What Are the Lease Terms?

Ideally, you should already know when the lease begins and ends before you even start asking questions while on an apartment tour. If for some reason you aren't, make sure you get clarification on when move-in is and how many months the lease is for.

Inquire if there are any other common lease terms you should know like quiet hours or restrictions on painting or putting holes in the walls.

2. How much is the rent?

It is also essential to know if the apartment you're looking at really fits into your budget. Ask how much the unit will cost per month and what the manager's late rent policy is. Be sure to find out if there's a grace period if you get delayed making a payment.

Also, ask about fees and how much money you're expected to bring with you when you sign the lease. This should include a security deposit and possibly first and last month's rent, but other costs could factor in.

If upfront fees are too costly, ask if there are any you can roll into your monthly rent and pay over time.

3. What's required to move in?

Each property handles moves differently, so make sure to ask what moving in will look like for you financially while visiting apartments.

For instance, are there any moving or elevator fees? Do you have to get a special permit to have a moving van parked on the street? What area of the parking lot can you take over on the move-in day and does the management company block it off?

[To read the rest of the questions you should ask, click here] 

If haven’t started looking at apartments in Chico California then don’t fret! You can take a look at our website at HignellRentals.com to find photos, video tours and amenities lists for our properties.