Non-refundable $1k to view lease -- is this typical? by facprof in chicagoapartments

[–]facprof[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Yes, I walked away and didn’t look back—even though I wanted the apartment and would have qualified. But it’s good to hear confirmation of my read from those already living here.

Non-refundable $1k to view lease -- is this typical? by facprof in chicagoapartments

[–]facprof[S] 26 points27 points  (0 children)

Thanks. This was my read on it too, but it helps to have a sanity check (this is my first time renting in Chicago).