Questions before moving into an apartment?

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The discussion revolves around the considerations and questions one should ask before moving into a furnished apartment. Participants explore various aspects such as noise levels, previous tenants, and the condition of furniture, as well as personal preferences regarding quiet living environments.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants suggest asking about the noise levels by talking to neighbors and express a general preference for quiet living spaces.
  • Concerns are raised about the potential for noisy neighbors, including children and loud music, with some participants sharing personal experiences of living in noisy environments.
  • Questions about the previous tenants, such as whether they were smokers or pet owners, are highlighted as important considerations.
  • Participants discuss the importance of checking the condition of the furniture in furnished apartments, including concerns about cleanliness and comfort.
  • Some participants mention the trend of decreasing furniture prices alongside increasing rent, questioning the advantages of furnished apartments.
  • There are varying opinions on the ideal type of neighbors, with some preferring young families while others express concerns about elderly neighbors being noisy.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not reach a consensus on the best type of living environment, as there are multiple competing views regarding noise preferences and neighbor types. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the ideal conditions for living in a furnished apartment.

Contextual Notes

Participants express various assumptions about noise tolerance and preferences, which may depend on personal experiences and lifestyle choices. There are also unresolved questions about the implications of living in different types of neighborhoods.

  • #31
This new place has a young couple as neighbours on the other side of the fence. I heard a young child scream during an inspection. Is that something to be mindful of?

What do you people think of knocking on their door and asking them if they are quiet or not? They might think it a stupid question and think I'm a bit rude?
 
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  • #32
It would be rude. You're not going to get rid of every noise, and a child playing isn't that much of a noise. If you're THAT sensitive to noise, you better work on getting used to it, because there is no place that is going to be totally silent all the time. Even a house out in the middle of nowhere will have birds or crickets chirping. Try being realistic.
 
  • #33
Moonbear said:
It would be rude. You're not going to get rid of every noise, and a child playing isn't that much of a noise. If you're THAT sensitive to noise, you better work on getting used to it, because there is no place that is going to be totally silent all the time. Even a house out in the middle of nowhere will have birds or crickets chirping. Try being realistic.

The child was shouting actually. Probably a bit spoiled. I don't mind noise from birds actually.
 
  • #34
Moonbear said:
:smile: That reminds me of the sofa my aunt used to have! It was great fun as a kid, and I thought it was the best couch ever. :biggrin: My grandmother didn't agree, and everytime we all visited, would need someone to pull her out! :smile:


I think I'd want to have my own mattress. That, or get a really thick mattress pad to put between you and the mattress. I've never lived in a furnished apartment, so didn't even think about that!

You can just put a foam pad over the mattress if you currently can't afford a mattress at the beginning of the lease.
 
  • #35
tgt said:
The child was shouting actually. Probably a bit spoiled. I don't mind noise from birds actually.
Noisy kids. NO! Problamatic children and whimpy parents can be an absolute nightmare.
 
  • #36
Evo said:
Noisy kids. NO! Problamatic children and whimpy parents can be an absolute nightmare.

I guess as well. I went over there at a random day in the evening and heard the kid shouting constantly. Later on, the mum came out and started talking on the phone in the garden. I think I'm going to delcine that place.

It looks like observing your neighbours is an essential part of the process.
 
  • #37
tgt said:
I guess as well. I went over there at a random day in the evening and heard the kid shouting constantly. Later on, the mum came out and started talking on the phone in the garden. I think I'm going to delcine that place.

It looks like observing your neighbours is an essential part of the process.

Oh, I see, not just a kid playing out in the yard, but screaming into the evening when normal kids should be inside eating dinner or heading off to bed...and yeah, if you could hear the kid's mom talking on the phone in the yard from the apartment, she must be awfully loud. Ugh. Good you noticed that before moving in.
 
  • #38
I'll probably live with students until I'm like 30. Some students are bad and messy, but overall it's manageable. Plus, much cheaper than renting an apartment!

I don't mine people talking so much. It's more like annoying laughs, and machine noises (like laundry machines).
 

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