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Apartment Security Deposit Return

A landlord-ready cleaning and repair checklist to prepare for your security deposit return.

What this tool does

A landlord-ready cleaning and repair checklist to prepare for your security deposit return.

How to use

  1. Work down the list and tick each item as you finish it.
  2. Ticks are saved on this device, in your browser, so they are still there when you come back.

What this checklist covers

The list has 1 group and 15 items.

  • Apartment Security Deposit Return (15 items): Fill nail holes in walls if your lease allows you to make repairs; Touch up paint if needed and your lease allows it; Clean all appliances; Deep clean the oven and stovetop; Clean the inside of the refrigerator; Scrub the bathroom thoroughly; Remove all personal items; Clean windows and tracks; Vacuum and mop all floors; Clean light fixtures; Replace burnt-out bulbs; Take move-out photos; Return all keys; Document the condition in writing; Get a walkthrough scheduled

Tip: Photograph each room once it is clean. Ticks are saved on this device.

Limitations

  • This is a general list. It does not know your lease, your landlord or the deposit rules where you live.
  • It is not legal advice.
  • Ticks are saved only in this browser on this device.

FAQs

Q: Will following this get my whole deposit back?
A: The checklist cannot promise that. What can be deducted depends on your lease and local law.
Q: Why take photos and write down the condition?
A: A record of the condition when you left can help if you and your landlord disagree later.
Q: Are my ticks saved?
A: Yes. Ticks are saved in your browser on this device. They do not follow you to another device or browser.

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