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Sample Inventory Checklist
INVENTORY CHECKLIST*
COMMENCEMENT AND TERMINATION
INVENTORY CHECKLIST FORM
“YOU MUST COMPLETE THIS CHECKLIST NOTING THE CONDITION OF THE RENTAL PROPERTY
AND RETURN IT TO THE LANDLORD WITHIN 7 DAYS AFTER OBTAINING POSSESSION OF THE
RENTAL UNIT. YOU ARE ALSO ENTITLED TO REQUEST AND RECEIVE A COPY OF THE LAST
TERMINATION INVENTORY CHECKLIST WHICH SHOWS WHAT CLAIMS WERE CHARGEABLE TO
THE LAST PRIOR TENANTS.”
BEGINNING CONDITION ENDING CONDITION
LIVING ROOM
DOOR (INCLUDING LOCKS):
WINDOWS:
CARPET OR FLOOR:
WALLS:
CEILING:
LIGHTS & SWITCHES:
OTHER:
DINING ROOM
WINDOWS:
CARPET OR FLOOR:
WALLS:
CEILING:
LIGHTS & SWITCHES:
OTHER:
HALLWAY
FLOOR:
WALLS:
CEILING:
OTHER:
KITCHEN
WINDOWS:
FLOOR:
WALLS:
CEILING:
LIGHTS & SWITCHES:
STOVE:
REFRIGERATOR:
SINK:
CABINETS & COUNTER:
OTHER:
* Remember! Be specific. Describe any conditions in detailed terms rather than saying “fine” or “acceptable.”


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