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STUDENT ACCOMMODATION
Quality Student Accommodation Available Now in the Heart of
the Sheffield University Campus
The Students Union, West Street and The Arts Tower are All Within 5 Minutes Walk of Our Properties.
Our Properties Include Purpose Built Student Accommodation with En-suite Rooms Shared Kitchens and Communal Lounge
areas. The Accommodation and rent includes Hi-Speed Broadband, Electricity, Water Bills and are Furnished to a Very High
Standard from only £295 per Month or £68 per Week.
We also have Quality Rooms in Shared houses which include Hi-Speed Broadband from £220 per Month or £50 per week
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We Will Not Be Beaten for Value for Money, Location or the Quality of accommodation we provide. WHY PAY MORE?
Please Contact: Properties To Let
Tel: 0114 240 1888 Mobile: 07796 178019
Email: contact@propertiestolet.co.uk
Property Viewing Checklist
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ever accept accommodation without seeing it Safety and Security Money
first and going through a checklist of queries. A q What is the neighbourhood and street lighting q What does your rent include?
quick way to judge the suitability of a property like? q Does it include water rates?
is to talk to the current students. You may also find it q Are there late night buses to the area? q Is there a holding deposit to pay?
useful to make notes and check the following:- q If the flat is at ground level, is it secure? q Will you lose this money if you don’t all sign up?
q Inspect door and window locks. q Is there a deposit?
Furniture and fittings q Do the windows open for emergencies? q If so, for what?
q Is it adequately furnished for your needs, includ- q Insure your own property and identify your own q What Tenancy Deposit Scheme does the landlord
ing a desk and shelving in every bedroom? belongings. use to protect your money?
q Is the kitchen suitable for the preparation and q Are there smoke detectors fitted and do they q Do you have a receipt for all payments made?
storage of food? work?
q Is all the furniture included in the contract or have q Are there any gas or electric appliances which Agreements
the current students brought in some of their look unsafe? q Do you understand your contract?
own? q Familiarise yourself with emergency procedures, q What type of agreement is it?
q Is everything in good condition and in working especially the way out in the event of a fire. q What are the conditions of the lease?
order? q Have you found out any useful information from
q Is there an inventory of the contents? Services the current students?
q What services are provided? q Do you know the landlord's name, address and
Gas / Electricity / Water q Who cleans the windows? telephone no.?
q Take gas and electricity meter readings as soon q Make sure you are not responsible for repairs and q Will you need a guarantor?
as you take up the tenancy. renewals. q Have you had your lease/agreement checked and
q Is there a gas safety certificate for all pipework q If the garden is your responsibility, where are the do you have a copy?
and gas appliances? tools? q Is the property a House in Multiple Occupation
q Is there an electrical safety certificate for wiring q What is the arrangement for collection of rubbish licensed by Newcastle City Council?
and appliances? and recycling?
q Do you have to share the bills with other tenants? q Where is the nearest medical centre? Remember: you should notify the landlord in writing
q Check heating appliances work properly and you q Is there a local supermarket or shopping centre? if you have any complaints and get written agreement
know how to operate the controls. q Is there access to other storage facilities e.g. for for any undertakings or promises.
q Check the cooker works properly - rings, oven, your bike? Never part with money without a receipt, and don't
grill and timer. q Is there convenient free parking or is there a res- be fobbed off with inadequate answers. If you are not
q Look for signs of dampness and leaks. idents permit scheme? sure, take your time to consider. Remember there is
q Where is the stopcock to turn off the water in an q Remember the TV Licence is your responsibility. a surplus of student accommodation in Newcastle. It
emergency? will not be easy to change your agreement once you
q Can you shut off the gas at the meter if you need to? NOTES .......................................................................... have signed.
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