Quick answer
USC students should photograph each room after packing, plus close-ups of walls, floors, appliances, furniture, keys, cleaning condition, and shared spaces.
Los Angeles, California
USC move-out checklist for student housing.
Many students document both private bedrooms and shared kitchens or living rooms near campus. Typical move-out timing: early to mid-May.
USC move-out photo checklist
- Photograph each room after packing and before returning keys.
- Capture wide room photos first, then close-ups of changed or repaired areas.
- Document cleaning condition, furniture, appliances, keys, windows, doors, fixtures, and floors.
- Separate private bedroom photos from shared-space photos so roommate context stays clear.
- Save the final record before checkout appointments, elevator windows, or travel deadlines.
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Common questions
What should USC students photograph before moving out?
USC students should photograph each room after packing, plus close-ups of walls, floors, appliances, furniture, keys, cleaning condition, and shared spaces.
When is USC move-out documentation useful?
Move-out documentation is useful around early to mid-May, before checkout, cleaning handoff, key return, or travel.
Is this legal advice?
No. This checklist is a documentation aid. Follow your lease, housing-office process, landlord instructions, or qualified guidance for legal questions.