My friend saw a room for rent for $500 on craigslist. She checked it out and thought it was too big for her but would be a good sized room for me and my boyfriend. When I met the man and saw the room, I said it would be for me and my boyfriend. He said the rent would be $650. I mentioned that my friend said it was up for $500 and he said $500 is for ONE person. Can he do that or is he supposed to rent the room for what is stated on the ad? Is it common for room rates to be higher for more than one person?
2006-12-27 10:12:35 · 8 answers · asked by bossyjas21 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Renting & Real Estate
I don't think it's common for landlords to do that, but it's not illegal either. He can charge you more than he would her for any reason that's not an illegal reason (Like b/c of your race, religion, etc....)
2006-12-27 10:20:53 · answer #1 · answered by kathylouisehall 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you are right. Rent is usually charged based on the property, not the "number of persons". If you had two children would the rent be $950?
I think you should contact an attorney and file a complaint with the local real estate association.
2006-12-27 19:20:38 · answer #2 · answered by PALADIN 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Laws vary from state to state, but usually, landlords can add additional amounts for additional people because usually all or some utilities are included in that amount and the utility usage goes up with more people. Additionally, there is more wear and tear by two people than one.
2006-12-27 18:21:18 · answer #3 · answered by Venice Girl 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Perfectly legal - he owns the place and can charge what he wants. Two people are more likely to be a nuisance than one - (not saying you are...) couples get into ffights, break up and leave leases broken, etc. He is simply attempting to protect himself.
2006-12-27 18:20:54 · answer #4 · answered by YDoncha_Blowme 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i suggest you find a way to get your own house or apartment (as in buying) because then you control the conditions of living in the house or apartment and another idea i have im not sure if its ethical let alone easy to do...
2006-12-27 18:25:57 · answer #5 · answered by dustinschlatter 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is legal and makes sense, two people run bills up higher.
2006-12-27 18:40:36 · answer #6 · answered by Landlord 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Legally he can change the offer since nothing was in writing and nothing signed.
2006-12-27 19:58:38 · answer #7 · answered by BRENDA 1 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
He is not allowed to do that.
2006-12-27 18:21:01 · answer #8 · answered by Clueless1234 3 · 0⤊ 4⤋