Property Management ยท Move-In / Move-Out

Move-In Resident Walkthrough Checklist

Document the condition of a rental unit at move-in with this comprehensive walkthrough checklist.

Easy โฑ๏ธ 40 min ๐Ÿ”„ Daily ๐Ÿ“„ PDF Available
Opening Quality
A thorough move-in walkthrough protects both the property manager and the tenant. Document the condition of every room with notes and photo evidence to prevent deposit disputes at move-out.

Checklist items

1 Exterior entry โ€” condition of door, lock, peephole, weatherstripping
2 Living room โ€” walls, flooring, windows, blinds, outlets all documented
3 Kitchen โ€” countertops, cabinets, appliances operational and clean
4 Bathroom โ€” tile, grout, fixtures, toilet, shower, ventilation functional
5 All bedrooms โ€” check walls, closets, windows, smoke detector
6 HVAC โ€” verify filter is new, thermostat operational
7 Test all plumbing โ€” water pressure, drainage, no visible leaks
8 Test all electrical โ€” switches, outlets, light fixtures
9 Document appliance make, model, and serial numbers
10 Photograph any pre-existing damage with notes
11 Record all key and fob serial numbers issued to tenant
12 Tenant signs and acknowledges unit condition report

Frequently asked questions

Can I take photos during the walkthrough?
Yes. ComplyCam captures geo-tagged, timestamped photos that are linked directly to each checklist item. This creates an undeniable record of unit condition for both parties.

Run this checklist with your team

Schedule, assign, and track Move-In Resident Walkthrough Checklist tasks. Get real-time compliance data and photo-backed proof of completion.