Rooming House Has Coin-Operated Washer/Dryer

Rooming House Has Coin-Operated Washer/Dryer

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A family friend recently moved into a room in a rooming house.  The ad stated that utilities are included in a weekly rate. He has since learned that the washer and dryer, which the ad said were in the home, are coin-operated.  My question is if utilities are included in the rent, does it make sense to expect a renter to pay to operate the washer and dryer? Is this ethical? legal?

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  • Rental Property Investor · Phoenix, AZ · Member since 2016 · 553 posts · 314 votes
    8y

    Yes, it makes sense, because W/Ds are the most maintenance intensive part of a rental home.

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    Real Estate Broker · Cody, WY · Member since 2010 · 28k+ posts · 41k+ votes
    8y

    If it said the washer/dryer are included then it should mention whether they are coin-operated.

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