rescuemom's Profile

DEAL BREAKERS:
No windows, yucky carpet in bathroom, inside hallways with everyone's cooking smells, multi-story buildings with no elevators (hey, just make that any apt not on 1st floor), creepy crawlies, exorbitant pet deposits, gross or dark shower, tub with no shower option, bars on anything, gunfire, "ladies" or "gentlemen" loitering on the corner, peelibg paint beginning at the front door, closet-sized rooms, big construction project within the block, a really ugly view (architectural or human), a scary landlord or building manager.

DEAL MAKERS:
Fenced yard for my dogs, entire space at ground level (no stairs to or within the home), lots of big windows, ambient light, cleanliness, a great view, peace and quiet, hardwood or ceramic tile floors, plenty of breathing space between neighbors (no, I'm not from NY), counter space around the bathroom sink for my stuff, washer/dryer in unit, backs to woods or lake, peace and quiet (yes, it is here twice because it creates sanity), walk in shower, responsible and polite landlord, short commute.