Question 1

I booked an apartment, but it didn't meet my expectations when I arrived. What should I do?

Accepted Answer

Please get in touch with the apartment management office directly, tell them what is not in line with your expectations, and coordinate with the apartment. If there is no room to change the lease and you do not want to break it, the best thing to do is to sublet the apartment to someone else. We strongly discourage moving out of an apartment without communication. In the Canada, once you sign the contract, you will be liable for a high amount of liquidated damages if you do not move in or move out.

Question 2

How big is student housing in Bedford?

Accepted Answer

According to uhomes database, student apartments or student flats in Bedford are usually around 21m² to 23.5

Question 3

What issues must I be aware of when subletting in Bedford?

Accepted Answer

It is advisable to confirm with the second tenant and the apartment that you have completed the necessary procedures for subletting and that you are no longer legally responsible for the previous contract. If you are subletting privately, you should be aware that 1) these are private actions that have no legal effect and 2) the apartment may hold you liable if you are found to be subletting. Given the risks associated with private subletting, it is important that you negotiate with your tenant in advance to protect your interests.

Question 4

What documents should I bring when checking in for a rental in Bedford?

Accepted Answer

Please bring your passport, I-20, payment receipts, credit cards, checks, etc. Please note that the apartment does not take cash.

Question 5

What documents and papers are generally required for Bedford student housing application?

Accepted Answer

Student housing will conduct a thorough background check, such as a financial check, criminal record check, etc. Therefore, the apartments require the following: a Canada Social Security Number (SSN), which is similar to a domestic ID number, to check your financial status. Canada driver's license number. Sponsor in the Canada (sponsor must also have SSN): Further assurance that the applicant can afford to pay rent.However, international students usually without all three of these documents. Most apartments allow international students to use other documents instead: I-20, Copy of passport or Visiting Scholar Visa form

Question 6

Can I come to Bedford and see the apartment before I decide to sign?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we encourage students to see the apartment in person before deciding to sign up, so they can get a more direct feel for the apartment. However, we have to admit that many students want to move in right away when they arrive in the Canada. Also, the closer to the start of the school year, the higher the price and the fewer good apartments there are. Therefore, students should decide when to sign up according to their actual situation.

Question 7

What are the factors to consider before renting an apartment in Bedford?

Accepted Answer

Before renting an apartment, you should first understand your accommodation needs, including the area you are renting, the distance and time to and from school, the budget cost, and whether you are sharing an apartment.After deciding on your needs, it is recommended that students spend some time researching the security situation in the area they have chosen. You can visit the relevant local websites to check the safety factor of the area, and if it is an area with a high crime rate, it is best not to choose to live there.When looking at properties, pay attention to the availability of amenities around the community, such as supermarkets, convenience stores, hospitals, pharmacies, restaurants, banks, etc..You should also pay attention to what living goods are provided by the landlord, whether they can meet your daily needs, and what additional things you need to buy. If you plan to find a roommate to share a room, you must discuss these issues with your roommate in advance to avoid conflicts in the future.

Question 8

Do I need to submit a certificate of deposit for the total rent during the rental period in Bedford?

Accepted Answer

It is usual for some individual landlords or apartments to require proof of deposit of the total rent for the term of the lease.

Question 9

Do student apartments in Bedford come with furniture?

Accepted Answer

Most of the apartments in Bedford are unfurnished, so you need to buy furniture before you move in. You can choose to order some of the furniture from Amazon in advance, or you can choose to buy it immediately after you arrive in Toro

Question 10

How long is the typical lease term for student housing in Bedford?

Accepted Answer

The most typical student apartment lease is for 12 months, starting in August or September and ending in July or August of the following year. A few apartments offer semester leases (5 or 6 months), 10-month leases (leases that end at the end of May), or leases that end in July or August (unlimited start dates). Generally, for periods of less than 12 months, the apartment charges an additional monthly fee for short term rentals, ranging from $30-$100 per month.

Student Housing in Bedford

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