Can a landlord enter your rental apartment without notice in Da Nang, and should you change the locks?
Based on 3 discussions with 5 participants · Last activity: 5 days ago
TL;DR
Renters in Da Nang report unannounced landlord visits and apartments being shown while tenants are away. Agree on access rules before signing, and for a long-term rental ask the owner whether you can change the lock cylinder.
What the community said
When viewing vacant apartments in Da Nang serviced buildings, ask the manager upfront who holds keys and who is allowed to enter the unit.
6 days ago Da Nang serviced apartment building
Check the building before entering the apartment: the entrance, floor, and common areas can reveal poor maintenance and may be a reason to skip the unit.
21 days ago building and floor inspection
Some Da Nang rentals have a very basic wet-room bathroom with only a floor drain rather than a separate shower area. Check for a shower setup, partition, and ventilation during the viewing.
38 days ago wet-room bathroom with floor drain
Renters report landlords arriving without prior agreement. Reduce the risk by adding a notice-before-entry rule to the lease and agreeing in advance on changing the lock cylinder.
58 days ago lock-cylinder replacement
Apartments may be shown to prospective renters while the owner is absent. Before moving in, clarify whether viewings can happen during your lease and how much notice you will receive.
59 days ago apartment viewing rules