Older properties are attractive to people who want to keep rents low.
However, it is dangerous to judge based only on the age of construction. Some properties are old but well managed, while others are new but difficult to use.
View management status
The first thing you want to check is the overall management condition of the building.
Entrance, hallway, trash area, bulletin board, mailbox. You can tell how well-managed the property is by looking at whether the common areas are kept clean.
Check the water supply
In older properties, the condition of the plumbing is important.
Check not only the age of the kitchen, bathroom, sink, and toilet, but also the water pressure, drainage, and odor. If you can turn on the faucet, it's a good idea to actually see where the water comes out.
Soundproofing and windows
In older properties, there are differences in the sound insulation properties of walls and windows.
If you're along the road, you'll want to be able to hear the sounds of cars, sounds from neighboring rooms, and footsteps from upstairs. It is easy to understand the difference in sound when the windows are closed and when they are open.
View renovation history
Even if the building is old, you may still be able to live comfortably if the interior has been renovated.
Check out what's new, including the floors, wallpaper, air conditioner, water heater, and kitchen.
summary
Older properties have advantages in terms of rent. However, it is essential to check the facilities, management, plumbing, and soundproofing.
Don't just avoid based on the age of the building, but look at the state of management and how well the interior has been taken care of.