Checkout Instructions

While you have the choice between standard and express checkouts, express checkouts should be a last resort. If you have questions about any damage responsibilities, you will want to make sure to follow the standard checkout steps.

Expand allStandard Checkout

Checkout Steps

This checkout option is only available between 8 a.m. and 9 p.m.

1. Sign up with your RM for a checkout appointment. 
   Do so at least 24 hours in advance, and be on time for your appointment to avoid an improper checkout charge. 

2. Remove your belongings and clean your room thoroughly.
   Do this before your appointment time with your RM.

3. Meet your RM at your appointment time to inspect your room.
   You will also complete the Apartment/Room Condition Report. 

4. Lock the room door and return your key to your RM.
   If you lost your key, tell your RM. If you do not return your key, you will be charged a lock fee, determined by your building.

 

Cleaning List

To avoid a minimum cleaning charge of $25, make sure you clean each part of your room or apartment thoroughly.

Floors

• Sweep/vacuum and mop.
• Remove rug imprints. 
• Do not sweep anything into the hallway or off your balcony.

Walls

• Remove all posters and putty/tape/command strips.
• Clean any marks. 

Doors

• Remove stickers, tape, staples, etc.
• Clean any marks. 

Windows

• Make sure the windows are closed and locked. 
• Remove any stickers. 

Bedroom

• Empty and clean closets and drawers.
• Make sure your bed is assembled as it was when you arrived.
• Arrange your room to its original layout.
• Wipe off your desk with a damp cloth. 

Bathrooms

• Empty and clean the medicine cabinet.
• Clean the sink and tub thoroughly.
• Remove any stickers from the mirrors and make sure they're clean.

Kitchen

• Clean refrigerator and defrost freezer if necessary.
• Clean the oven (inside and out) and the stovetop.
• Clear out the cabinets and clean them (inside and out).