CONDO BUYER CHECKLIST Courtesy of Metrotech Realty 312-788-8000
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Price  
Monthly Assessments  
Annual Real Estate Taxes  
Condo Interior  
Bedroom sizes  
Closet space  
Hardwood floors/carpet condition  
Fireplace  
Air conditioning  
Washer/dryer  
Paint/wall conditions  
Patio/balcony  
Ample electrical outlets  
Cable TV jacks  
Phone jack in each room  
Light Fixtures  
Natural light  
Blinds/curtains  
Age of windows  
Screens on all windows  
Storage  
Kitchen  
Cabinet color/condition  
Age of appliances  
Counter space  
Dishwasher  
Garbage Disposal  
Gas/electric stove  
Microwave  
Smoothly opening drawers  
Baths  
Sink/vanity condition  
Ceramic or vinyl tile  
Storage space  
Water pressure  
Building  
Parking  
Cleanliness of common areas   
Exterior maintenance  
Bike racks  
Pet policy  
Utilities included  
Elevators/stairs proximity  
Loud garbage chute nearby  
Mailbox  
Safety  
Smoke detectors  
Carbon monoxide detectors  
Age of furnace  
Functioning windows  
Intercom  
Alarm system  
Locks and deadbolts on all doors  
Emergency exits  
Outside lighting  
Lead paint hazards  
Neighborhood  
Average resident age  
Public transportation proximity  
Distance from work  
Proximity of restaurants and nightlife  
Proximity of grocery, bank, etc.