The Roommate Checklist: This checklist provides a few items you should consider
before choosing a roommate and additional items we suggest you agree upon with your potential roommate before making a commitment.
This checklist provides
a few items you should consider before choosing a roommate and additional items we suggest you agree upon with your potential
roommate before making a commitment.
Following are items you should consider prior to ever interviewing
a potential roommate.
What
to charge, or what you are willing to pay for rent. If you're not sure what is a fair amount we suggest you look at other
like listings within this site, and consider your own financial situation.
Length of time your room will be available for rent, or length of time you plan to stay.
How many people (and/or pets) are you comfortable living
with? Will additional rooms be rented to others?
How
important is your future parking situation?
How
utilities will be paid (amount and when are payments due)?
Who's name will the utilities be under?
Will there be a security deposit, lease terms, receipts for payments?
Compatibility is important,
and we recommend you be aware of critical issues that will make living with your new roommate enjoyable. Following are a few
things to consider when interviewing your potential new roommate.
What is your level of importance of household and personal security? Do you lock the doors
while at home? Are you concerned if your roommate has not been heard from in over 48 hours?
How important is a clean household? How frequently do you expect your roommate
to participate in household cleaning?
Are
you OK with roommates borrowing your belongings or would you prefer they did not?
Are you OK with personal property being left in common areas?
Do you plan to share any household consumables or keep everything
separate?
Are there any concerns
about household clothing in common areas? Are you OK with you roommate walking around in their underwear?
What type of relationship are you looking for with your new
roommate? Are you looking for someone to hang out with or someone to just share the bills?
Are political or religious outlooks important to you?
What are your expectations of household noise? Are you a
night owl or an early bird?
Is smoking
an issue? Are certain areas off limits or designated for smoking?
What are your views on consumption of alcohol and/or recreational drugs?
Will family members be stopping by? How frequently and for
what length of time?
Is there a
"significant other(s)" that will be stopping over? How often? Will they be staying the night? How often?
Are there out of town friends/family that will be visiting?
Would you prefer them to stay in a hotel or at the household?
The best way to solve problems with tenants is to prevent those problems from coming up in the first place. And it starts with the tenant-selection process.
• Set clear tenant selection criteria that comply with regulations in your area. You want renters who are financially
responsible, show respect for your property, and are likely to keep renewing the lease.
•
Think about your ideal tenant and write an ad that will appeal to that specific person. Then, to make your unit especially
attractive to your ideal tenant, price it slightly under market rates.
• Hold an open house
to show the property. An open house saves time, interrupts current residents less, and can increase a sense of demand for
the property.
• Run a detailed background check on any applicants that you’re seriously
considering. Confirm their identity, call their previous landlords, verify their employment (we like to call the company they
work for AND get copies of their recent pay stubs), and check their credit and criminal history.
Using
the criteria you’ve established and all the information you’ve collected, you should be able to select a tenant
who will not only be trouble-free but will happily stay in the apartment for a good long time.
I have a room, in my Olathe townhouse, $500/mo
+ utlities
George Crawford
913-871-9437
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my GREEN-Engineered house--Look Around and Compare, You Must See--$$$$$$$---------------Fall is coming with the change of
seasons, the beautiful colors of the trees and plants, the sun set through my large west windows across the grass meadow
across the street is soothing as if I am on vacation every day, ------- in the country, with a country club life style
Mature professional woman wanted to rent room in my lovely home in Olathe
KS. The room is furnished and comes with cable and high speed internet. The bath would be shared with current roommate. Full
use of the laundry room, kitchen, family room with wood burning fireplace and patio with beautifully landscaped yard. My home
is just minutes away from I-35, 435, and K-10. I am located on the intersection of 119th and Ridgeview.
The
rent is $475 a month and that includes all utilities. There are no deposits or lease.
I prefer a lady
in my own age group of 45 or more.
I am looking to rent two bedroom in Olathe, home is furnished
with private bath, prefer female, no pets, rent for one room is $500 and if you rent both rooms - $750,
location 119st and greenwood 3 minute to jccc
If you have any questions. George- GACRealEstate@aol.com
Room
South of Olathe
I have a room for rent in my house located in Spring Hill, KS. It’s about 10 minutes
south of Olathe and only 17 miles from Lenexa to give you a bearing. I’m looking for $400 per month, no deposit
necessary, and all the utilities would be included. I would prefer no pets as I have two cats. I do smoke, but
have no problems smoking outside if it bothers you. I would prefer a responsible, female roommate as, based on my experience,
they are generally cleaner then men (as evidenced by my last roommate). The room is unfurnished, but you would have
your own bathroom. Full access to the kitchen, living room, and den are of course included. I have a two car garage
so you take the other half. I do not have much storage space though, but I do have some.
Western Lenexa - 83rd and k7.
4 bedroom house, 3 full bath, fenced yard, I have two large dogs pretty friendly, neighborhood pool, 3 car garage, the house
is approx. 4 yrs old.
The
upper level has two bedrooms and a bathroom that I would like to rent out. I am looking for a female roommate between
20-35 with no pets or kids. Currently in the house is me (25yr old male), my girlfriend 23yr old, and another roommate 23yr
old male. I would like a female to keep things in somewhat of a balance. We all work fulltime and are quiet during
the week however we do go out on the weekends. The place for rent would be the two bedrooms and bathroom level so it
would be somewhat private.
Room for rent:nice duplex near 119th & Antioch. Christian
environment (no smoke/no drink/no drugs). Furnished $425/mo., $250 deposit, 4 mo. min. Very convenient to lots of stores
and shops. Available April 30. Email:don777@swbell.netor call 913-338-0129.
Awesome location in quiet neighborhood
Two bedrooms with a shared hall bath
are for rent in a comfortable (over 3,000 sqf.), furnished 4 bedrooms home. Located in Overland Park it has easy access to
shopping malls, restaurants and highways.
Tenant prospects must be drugs free,
smokeless, responsible and respectful companions. No pets are allowed. Pool, fitness equipment and game room are available
in the premises. Price includes utilities and wireless internet access. Telephone information and property pictures may be
provided upon development of strong mutual interest.
The price is $600.00 per room and includes all utilities. There is no
contract, this is a month to month deal and there are also NO deposit. The rent is due at the moving day and that will be
the due day for the coming months.
Please let me know if you have any questions. George- GACRealEstate@aol.com
Hello, I'm Romar, 30 yr. old male that lives in a
duplex in Shawnee. There's an older couple (in their 60's) that is like family that I live with that
are moving out by November 1st and I'm looking for a roommate(s). Even though I could pay the rent myself, it would
be nice to split the rent and utilities in a fluctuating economy. I've graduated with my MBA last Feb. and I work
in the Insurance industry from 9:00 - 5:30, M - F in the Overland Park area in a stable, business analyst cube
job. I live right off of Shawnee Dr. so I'm close to I-35, Apple Market, and other necessities. The place
is in a good neighborhood and kids like to play in the street. The rent will be $400/month for one bedroom and we'll
be splitting utilities also. Since it's a 3 bedroom duplex, I'm looking for another roommate which which would
lower the rent to $300/month each and split utilities if the 2nd bedroom is occupied. I already have cable through
AT&T but will have to upgrade to wireless Internet to make accommodations for other computers. The place is not
big and will not have much; I don't have a TV, refrigerator (I have a mini for myself) but will
invest in a full-size one soon, washer/dryer (there's a laundrymat very close to where I live), and community furniture.
The place does have a microwave, stove, freezer, and a 1 bathroom on each floor (the other bathroom
is attached to my room). The other bathroom will have to be shared and is located between the other two bedrooms.
I'll be living on the bottom floor but the other two bedrooms that I'll be renting out are bigger than my bedroom.
We have enough room for 3 cars for the duplex plus a one-car garage. We also have a moderate sized pantry where the
freezer (washer/dryer should be) that can be used for storage. This would be a win-win situation if you're looking
to save money. Respond if interested in becoming a roommate. I also have a profile on www.myspace.com/romarstar
Rooms for
Rent-- Missouri
Room for Rent Blue Springs
We offer an area with a private bedroom, private living
room, private 1/2 bath and closet. We will share the kitchen and full bath. This comes furnished with a bed, dresser,
desk, bookcases, couch and tv. Washer and dryer also available. The rent does include all utilities. We are asking $425 a
month. Internet and cable available for an additional $25 a month. We are located in Blue Springs. One block from 7 &
40 hwys. 5 miles from 291 hwy and about 2 miles from I-70. 2 grocery stores one block away and another about 2 blocks away.
Lots of specialty stores and restaurants and a library in the area. Immediate availablility. We prefer no pets but
that is negotiable. NO LONGER ON MARKET
contact
GACRealEstate@aol.com
$550 All Inclusive...Utilities Paid (Kansas City, Mo. (NORTH))
Share 4 bedroom, 3 bath home. Your own bedroom and own bathroom. Share rest of house and garage.
All Utilities Paid. Cable and internet, also wireless available. Large fenced back yard. No smoking in20house..Smoking is
OK in garage and outside. I keep my house clean and neat and expect the same from you. Pets are negotiable. Deposit is negotiable.
Pool access in season. Quiet neborhood. Not looking for a party person or person with a lot of company and traffic.
female with no children only, pets are ok.
Ultra Modern 4 Bedroom/3.5 Bath Home in Kansas City, MO, I-29 & Tiffany Springs Road, 1.5 miles from I-29, 1
mile from I-435. Quiet neighborhood.
Large Bedroom w/Walk-In closet
Large Private Bath
Drive-way parking (if your car does not leak fluids)
RR High Speed Internet
Washer/Dryer
Housekeeper for common areas
Ground level Patio
All utilities included except telephone
MUST BE GAY FRIENDLY
Easy going, fun
loving, sense of humor, responsible, clean guy here. I have a friendly, de-clawed cat, who thinks he is human. Must have references,
be responsible, considerate, and clean, but not a "clean freak".
Room for Rent to Mature-Retired Adult in North
K.C.
I have a lovely home, SFR in North Kansas City, and
am looking for a mature person, retired but probably semi-retired active person (who has clean habits – no smoking,
spitting etc?) you get my gist…? This is a Master Bedroom, with private bath, private parking in
the rear, pool and tennis across the street. Kitchen and laundry privileges, the price is 395 per month plus UT.
(about $75.00 depending on the individual) …
Gorgeous NEW
home for rent. This is a model home, (*$415,000) currently vacant looking for an executive tenant. Rent
is $2600 per month, style- reverse Ranch. Kansas City Mo.
I live in Eagle Creek Community TownHomes in Lee's
Summit, MO. and would like to rent one of my spare bedrooms.
A little about me: I am a 39 y/o SBF, no kids, no pets, no drama!! My home is 1700 sq feet, 3 bedrooms 21/2 bath.
The room for rent has a queen size bed w/night stand, walk-in closet, attached full size bath. Washer/Dryer upstairs
with bedrooms. I work as a full-time nanny (41/2 years), part-time telemarketer for All-State Insurance and I run my
own home-based business on the weekend. (Pampered Chef Consultant) I do not smoke, do drugs, social drinker (glass of
wine 2-3x's month), no criminal background. I am looking for someone between the ages of 30-45, female room mate
only, employed, no pets, no drugs, no wild parties, no over night guest. Race is not an issue for me. Preferably
no kids but would consider 1 kid under 2. Allergic to pets, so that is non-negotiable. The rent is $400/util incl,
satellite cable, high-speed internet access, access to the kitchen, unfurnished basement for storage and off street parking.
Nice, quite neighborhood....
If you have any questions. George- GACRealEstate@aol.com
One bedroom left to rent in a 4 bedroom house. Cute
home in Nice neighborhood. Share house with 3 other males in their 20's. 2 live upstairs and share a
full bath, the room available is on the main level and share one full bath. Plenty of off street parking.
Near I-435 and Hwy 71 in the South part of KC, MO. Full laundry and kitchen facilities. Bonus
sun room. Backs to park like yard for privacy. $325 per month includes utilities. Month to month, no lease
required.
I am looking for a long term 1 yr or more room to
rent. I would like to have internet access along with kitchen and laundry and common use areas. I would prefer a woman
landlord, non smoker house or apartment. Looking to pay no more than $500 a month in rent, maybe have off street parking
? Now to give you a little info on me/// swm 47 , employeed full time and I carry a gun due to my job, as a armored courior.
I work long hours and and enjoy my off time by walking and grilling on my gas grill. I am a non smoker and wine drinker,,I
do have sleep apnea so I tend to snore but use a machine. I would like to find a place in kc area close to downtownas in
westport, strawberry hill, north kc and on the hill of kcmo. I have been at my job since 2001, when I retired from the service
I
am looking for 1 BR apartment in Overland Park. Since my office is located at 130 st and Matcalf therefore I would prefer
the locations nearby this area. Other Important thing what I want to mention here that I dont wanna go for lease, I
am only interested in Month to month payments. I am ready to pay in advance in the start of every month. Price range I
am looking for is upto 600USD/month.
About me, I am a telecom engineer by profession. I keep my living place
very clean and peaceful. Most of the time I am on work.
If I had a Million $ should be changed to 'If I took home $5 Billion/yr in 2008- the new standard' and 'I need
back pay for every second since I earned my MS BS EASY A+ IN ECON...... DROP THEM"
Out Side of the Kansas City Area
Room for Rent Atlanta
Georgia
HUGE BEAUTIFUL HOUSE* A MUST SEE… VERY CLEAN, QUIET, & CALM* 1 Rooms
Available for Move-In
Here you will enjoy: - Nicely furnished living room, dinning room and eat in
kitchen - Use of kitchen - Use of washer and dryer in the house - Your room has a nice size closet - Your bedroom is large enough to hold bed + dresser + desk + entertainment - This is a 3 bedroom and 2 bathroom house - The room that is available does share a bathroom
- The house
is conveniently located... - 5 minute drive toI-20 - 20 minute drive to Downtown
Atlanta - 10 minute walk to MARTA bus stop
PLEASE ----> NO PETS! NO SMOKERS! NO ILLEGAL
DRUG USERS!
- Rent is $400 Per Month - Utilities included (Gas, Electric, water and Cable) - Professional
biweekly cleaning - $200 refundable DEPOSIT Required! - No Credit check -Background check re quired - Overall, an Extremely CLEAN, CALM & NEW place to live.
