Move-In / Move-Out Inspection Checklist Generator
Generate a room-by-room move-in or move-out inspection checklist tailored to the unit, with condition ratings, photo prompts and sign-off lines.
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Use it when
Create a consistent inspection form so condition is documented the same way at move-in and move-out, which protects both tenant and landlord.
Not for
Replacing photos and video. The checklist works best with time-stamped photos of every room.
The prompt
Fill in the variables (optional)
Type below and the prompt updates. Anything you leave blank stays as a {{variable}} for you to fill in later. Nothing you type leaves your browser.
Move-in, move-out, or periodic
Rooms and features
Days for tenant comments
Create a {{inspection_type}} inspection checklist for this unit: {{unit_description}}. Format: - One section per room/area (include exterior, HVAC, water heater, smoke/CO detectors, appliances, keys/fobs). - For each item: Item | Condition (New / Good / Fair / Poor / Damaged) | Notes | Photo # columns. - Add "Photo prompts" under each room (e.g., "wide shot from doorway, close-up of floors and walls"). - Add a meter readings section and a keys/remotes count. - End with tenant and landlord signature/date lines and a note that the tenant may add comments within {{comment_days}} days. Output as a clean table-based checklist that can be printed or pasted into a doc.
Variables
| Variable | What to enter | Example |
|---|---|---|
{{inspection_type}} | Move-in, move-out, or periodic | move-in |
{{unit_description}} | Rooms and features | 3BR/2BA single-family with attached garage, gas range, dishwasher, washer/dryer hookups, fenced yard |
{{comment_days}} | Days for tenant comments | 3 |
Example output
Illustrative output using the example values. Your results will vary by AI tool and inputs. All names and details are fictional.
KITCHEN | Item | Condition | Notes | Photo # | |---|---|---|---| | Walls/ceiling | | | | | Floor | | | | | Cabinets/drawers | | | | | Countertops | | | | | Sink/faucet/disposal | | | | | Gas range/oven | | | | | Dishwasher | | | | | Refrigerator | | | | Photo prompts: wide shot from doorway; inside oven and fridge; under sink. ... Tenant signature: ________ Date: ____ Landlord signature: ________ Date: ____ Tenant may add written comments within 3 days.
Tips
- Use the same checklist for move-in and move-out so comparisons are easy.
- Some states require a move-in checklist. Check your local rules.
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