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What are some of the important qualities of a good roommate?
I have had many roommates in my life, and I realized that it is very
significant to have a roommate who I can get along easily. The
qualifications I look for a roommate are, must be responsible,
respectful and friendly.
First of all, my roommate must be responsible. Three years from
now, we rented an apartment with a very close friend of mine. We
were so excited and happy about it. Unfortunately, it did not work
out. She started to delay the rent. She would not clean the kitchen
when she messed up, and she would even bring friends over at
unsuitable times without asking. Therefore I moved out, and we
could not become good friends anymore. After this sad experience,
I understood that being responsible is really important when sharing
a place with someone. It does not matter she/ he is stranger or best
friend.
Like being responsible, being respectful is important as well. When
a few people share a place, they should set some rules about it. For
instance, it might be annoying listening to loud music during exam
week, or bringing over night friends. Roommates should be clear to
each other, and tell about their expectations from this commune life.
Another qualification I look for is being friendly. My roommates
had been also good friends of mine. I would like to have meals
together, chatting after a long day, or going to movies. I do not like
using my house like a hotel, but home, which means I want to have
a common life with the people I live with. An easygoing roommate
makes my life more enjoyable, because I know that there is
somebody at house waiting for me.
Moreover, a generous roommate would not be bad at all. Of course,
it is not a requirement to share things; however, I feel comfortable in
this way. For example, when I cook something I do not expect my
roommate asking to eat. I like to make people feel free about these

things, and I would be happier if they do the same thing for me.


In conclusion, choosing a roommate is a complicated decision to me. I
look for people who are responsible, respectful, easygoing and
generous. When I have somebody like I want, home life becomes
more fun for me. Just like personal relationships, relationships with
roommates are important in my life.