Appliances for rental

[Rian Chung]

I need to replace the washer dryer in my condo that I plan to rent (really just the dryer). Is there guidance that others use as to the quality of appliances that you put into rentals? My initial thoughts are to just buy a cheap one that works. The condo will most likely be rented to a beginning young professional or starting couple. Essentially people who have moved to the area for their job but cannot afford the housing prices in the area.

Thanks for the input and going easy on the new guy in the room.

[Nick Lodowski]

You should advertise that you supply a w/d hookup. Some folks have their own w/d. If they don't I would supply them for a fee. I usually can get another $25/month and craigslist is a good source to find them. Make sure you have certain language in the lease regarding appliances so you don't need to come running when something breaks down. Mine goes like this...

11. APPLIANCES:
A. Landlord will supply: Refrigerator Stove Microwave Washer Dryer. Tenant is responsible for maintenance and upkeep of all appliances.
B. Any appliances located in the Apartment on the date of this Lease are furnished solely for the convenience of the Tenant and are not a part of this Lease. Tenant shall perform, at Tenant’s sole expense, any maintenance required on the appliances. Tenant agrees that the items specified above are the property of the Landlord and will remain with the Leased Premises at the end of this lease date. Tenant must have written approval before installing any appliance. Landlord accepts no responsibility for the maintenance, repair or upkeep of any appliance supplied by the Tenant. Tenant agrees he/she is responsible for any damage that occurs to the Leased Premises resulting from the addition of any appliance that is supplied by the Tenant.