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If you are looking to enter furnished apartments in Toronto, there are a few things you should think about and look out for before moving in. It may seem like the perfect place but like they say “if it looks to good to be true then it probably is too good to be true.”

10 Things Bad Things To Spot In A Furnished Apartment

# 1 – Local Facilities

You might want to know if your furnished apartment is located someplace close to the hospital, shopping mall or market. It could be a hassle having to drive miles to get a bottle of milk.

# 2 – Night Life

Now when we say nightlife, we aren’t talking anything salacious. Is the furnished apartment close to a club, train station, or busy nightlife experiences? If you are someone who likes their quiet at night, then this may be very important for you to know.

# 3 – How Old Is The Building?

An old building is bound to have many problems – problems which can all be hazardous to your health. A furnished apartment may be cheaper but a low price for an accommodation weighed against your health is not a good bargain.

# 4 – How Is The Security?

Does the apartment building have cameras or security nearby? This is salient if you have expensive and valuable objects like a laptop or jewelry.

# 5 – Balcony

This may not be a problem for some but a balcony can be a luxury for some people and not having it can be a problem.

# 6 – Maintenance Charges

One of the best things about living in a furnished apartment comes to how much you can save, but there will be some maintenance fees for water, heating, and electricity. It would prove very beneficial for your wallet if you know how much the maintenance fees usually run for.

# 7 – Parking

If you are fortunate to have a car then having to drive 15 minutes from your apartment to get to your apartment can be a hassle. So it would be a good idea to see if the apartment has free parking or parking nearby.

# 8 – Shady Owner

Many shady people in the world will try and get more for less. This is also true with landowners and tenants.

# 9 – Hidden Fees

To continue with the last entry, it would help you out if you talk money up front right away. Ask about any hidden fees or additional fees before signing on.

# 10 – Room Quality

Lastly, this is more from personal experience. Check your rooms. Last room I had had so much mold under the bed I developed asthma.