Asumiskuvaus

Asumiskuvaus is a Finnish term for the descriptive text that accompanies a dwelling in rental or sale advertisements. It provides a concise, factual overview of the property and its surroundings to help prospective tenants or buyers form an initial assessment before viewing or making a decision.

Asumiskuvaus typically covers: property type and address, neighborhood context, dwelling size (square meters) and layout (rooms, kitchen, bathroom), year of construction or renovation, floor level and building amenities; energy label and heating type; included utilities and appliances; furnishing status; parking and accessibility; pet and smoking policies; balconies or outdoor spaces; nearby services (public transport, shops, schools); rental terms or price, security deposit, lease duration, and viewing arrangements; and a note that the listing is indicative and subject to change.

Ethical and legal considerations: While there is no single nationwide standard for every aspect of asumiskuvaus, Finnish advertising and consumer protection laws require that information be accurate and not misleading. Platforms hosting listings often provide guidelines on how to present property descriptions, and photographs should reflect the property. The text should not replace a proper inspection. Any material differences between the listing and the actual dwelling should be disclosed, and updates should be made promptly if changes occur.

Etymology and usage: Asumiskuvaus can also be translated as housing description or dwelling description; it is commonly used by landlords, property managers, and real estate agents in Finland when publishing rental or sale listings.