If you've ever rented a condo, what was your experience like?

I’m interested in hearing about what your first-hand personal experience was, not hearsay or what your friends or family members have dealt with. Also please state what city/state it was located in.

I’m considering renting a condo in the Seattle area and would appreciate any tips/advice you might have. It is in a gated community, in a building that is known to be pet-friendly. I have a large dog and it is a first floor unit.

Again, this for rental of a condo (with a lease), I’m not actually purchasing one.