Because this is my home and I live here permanently, I like to have a short phone call with prospective housemates before arranging a viewing. It gives us both a chance to get a feel for each other and see whether it would be a good fit.
I am looking for someone who is respectful, considerate, clean and responsible, and who enjoys a relatively quiet, peaceful home. Privacy and personal space are important, as is keeping shared areas clean and tidy. There is no expectation that we need to socialise excessively, but I do value basic friendliness, courtesy and consideration.