Check behind the fridge and the oven — Does it need to be cleaned?

Make sure all the blinds work. Are any broken?

Is there water damage? This could signal owners who do not care.

Do you know what is and is not included with the monthly payment?

Read your contract — is the landlord allowed to enter unexpectedly?

Are any windows broken?

Have the locks been changed since the last tennant?

Do landlords spray for bugs? If so, how often?

Do both the heating and air conditioning work?

Do the sinks actually work?

Who takes care of the lawn maintenance?

Do the fire alarms work?