So you are wondering how many washers and dryers are in an apartment building?
But wait, what if your apartment complex has 5 units or 100 units? Are 2 washers and dryers enough for 100 units?
No! Now you see why it matters.
How To Assess
A better question, therefore, is what is the appropriate ratio of washers and dryers to apartment units.
If there is one washer and dryer and only 4 apartments, well that’s great. But if there is one washer and dryer for 50 apartments, that’s not so good.
On average, we estimate a typical apartment with on-site laundry, has about 1 washer/dryer pair per 15 units. The leading association for multi-family laundry suggests young working adults should have 1 Washer / Dryer pair for about every 10 to 15 apartment units. The recommended ratio is less so for student housing.
What Happens In the Real World
The number of laundry facilities available in an apartment complex will depend on the size of the complex and the degree of luxury.
Ask how many washer/dryer pairs are at your community per apartment, and where those machines are located in relation to your future apartment unit.
Watch this quick summary video!
