When renting an apartment, there
are few parameters like accessibility, price, and location that need
introspection. In addition to these parameters furnishing is another really
important factor that must be considered. It depends upon individual choice (or
family choice) whether or not they need a furnished or an unfurnished
apartment, but you must carefully analyze your needs before finalizing.
What’s the Difference?
In addition to light fixtures,
kitchen and bathroom amenities a furnished apartment comprises of normal
furniture as well. Not every room of the apartment will be well furnished, but
an apartment with basics like a bed or a wardrobe, might be considered
furnished. These apartments do not include any electrical or electronic
equipment nor any decorative items, as these aren’t considered essential. In comparison,
an unfurnished apartment doesn’t contain any furniture. There are only light
fixtures and bathroom facilities, but the rest will be left for the tenant.
Advantages of Furnished Apartments
Renting an apartment with all the
necessary furnishings takes away the burden of getting furniture, which is
probably the biggest advantage. Minimum furniture that a tenant gets will be a
bed, a closet, functional kitchen and bathroom facilities, and maybe a dining
table. Such apartments are more suitable for college graduates or young adults who
stay alone, as these require tenants to have very little furniture of their own.
Advantages of Unfurnished Apartments
An unfurnished apartment appeals
to people who either have accumulated furniture or can afford to buy new ones. Such
tenants can better manage the provided space, as they are not bound to keep the
bed and other furniture provided with the apartment. Moreover, the prospect of
renting an apartment without any furnishings appeals to tenants who prefer
getting furniture items of their choice.
Disadvantages
Both types of apartments have their
set of disadvantages. While having a furnished apartment means that the tenant does
not have claim on all of the furniture in the apartment. And depending on the
rental agreement, the tenant might be responsible for repairing or replacing damaged
furniture. Though the tenant is the sole owner of the furniture items in the
case of an unfurnished rental, but the key is to keep a check on one's
spending. The temptation to buy all the perfect accessories needs to be taken
care of, because it may derail your monthly budget.
A wise consideration of needs
must be done and a proper budget must be prepared before signing any agreement.
Also, evaluate the apartment and check what’s available to make the right decision.
