Can a tenant rent this

then demand this?

Implied Warranty of Habitability

Courts and common law had always agreed that, unless the lease provides otherwise, the landlord is obligated to deliver legal right to possess the premises to the tenant at the commencement of the lease term; but until recently , ... not really very much more.

See our members only Implied Warranty of Habitability page for discussion on:

Right to Possession
Premises Rented As Is
Occupant Makes Repairs
Rent Mitigated by Maintenance
Courts Abandon Common Law and Judges Legislate