{"id":1233,"date":"2020-04-20T13:06:42","date_gmt":"2020-04-20T20:06:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/apartmentsbstg.wpengine.com\/?p=1233"},"modified":"2020-04-20T13:06:42","modified_gmt":"2020-04-20T20:06:42","slug":"tips-for-virtual-apartment-tours","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.irvinecompanyapartments.com\/tips-for-virtual-apartment-tours\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Tips for Virtual Apartment Tours"},"content":{"rendered":"

With stay-at-home orders and social distancing guidelines in place, searching for a new apartment right now may look different than it did even a month ago. But thanks to the magic of technology, you can still hunt for that perfect home \u2026 all while sitting comfortably on your couch or bed.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Virtual apartment tours allow you to check out prospective places right from your computer or electronic device. Here are a few tips for how to check out an apartment online \u2026 and the questions you need to ask when you can\u2019t be there in person.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Understand virtual tours \u2026 and their limitations\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n

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While in-person tours are definitely ideal, they aren\u2019t always an option. Whether you\u2019re laying low due to local and state ordinances or you live in another state and can\u2019t physically be present for a tour, a leasing company should be able to provide virtual or 3D tours.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Online tours are a great first step for seeing a space, getting a sense of the layout and determining if you\u2019d like more information about the apartment. Once you\u2019ve decided you\u2019re interested in a potential apartment, contact the leasing agent or property manager and request a more personalized walkthrough using Skype, FaceTime or Zoom.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Ask the right questions during your virtual apartment tour<\/b><\/h2>\n

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Since you\u2019re not doing an in-person visit, you won\u2019t be able to glean some of the nuances of an apartment, whether it\u2019s the upkeep of the community or noisy next-door neighbors. Here are a <\/span>few questions<\/span><\/a> you can ask to help you get a better idea of the apartment and the overall community:\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n