Home Showing Checklist for First-Time Buyers

Property Address:

1. Initial Impressions

• Exterior Appearance:
  • Condition of the exterior (roof, siding, windows)
  • Yard and landscaping
• Neighborhood:
  • Quiet or busy
  • Nearby amenities (shops, parks, schools)
  • Safety (general feel, visible security features)

2. Interior Condition

• Entrance:
  • First impression (lighting, cleanliness)
  • Size and layout of entryway
• Living Room:
  • Size and shape
  • Flooring (condition and type)
  • Windows (size, view, natural light)
• Kitchen:
  • Appliances (included? Condition?)
  • Counter space and storage
  • Layout (open, closed, galley)
  • Condition of cabinets and countertops
• Bathrooms:
  • Number and size
  • Cleanliness and condition (tiles, fixtures)
  • Storage space
• Bedrooms:
  • Size (will your furniture fit?)
  • Closets (size and condition)
• Overall Condition:
  • Are there signs of recent repairs or updates?
  • Any noticeable problems (cracks, leaks, smells)?

3. Systems and Utilities

• Heating and Cooling:
  • Type (central air, window units, radiators)
  • Condition and age
• Plumbing:
  • Water pressure in sinks and showers
  • Age and condition of pipes (if visible)
• Electrical:
  • Number of outlets
  • Condition of wiring (visible?)
  • Age of electrical panel

4. Layout and Space

• Flow of Rooms:
  • Is the layout functional?

5. Potential Issues

• General Concerns:
  • Any areas that may need repair or replacement soon
  • Anything that did not meet expectations?
• Noise Levels:
  • Inside and outside noise
  • Nearby traffic, trains, or airports

6. Outside Space

• Yard and Garden:
  • Size, privacy, and condition
  • Deck or patio (condition and usability)
• Parking:
  • Garage or carport (condition and size)
  • Driveway or street parking (availability)

7. Extra Features

• Appliances:
  • Are they included? Condition?
• Upgrades:
  • Recent renovations or high-end features?
• Energy Efficiency:
  • Insulation, windows, and doors (are they energy-efficient?)

8. Overall Impressions

• Pros:
• Cons:
• How does this property compare to others?

9. Final Rating

• On a scale of 1 to 10, how would you rate this property?
• Would you consider making an offer?