Question 1

What are the general steps for applying for student housing in Cambridge?

Accepted Answer

Generally speaking, the steps to apply for an apartment are as follows: Fill out the application form -> Submit the application form -> Personal background check -> Apartment sends the contract -> Read the contract carefully -> Sign the contract -> Pay the money.

Question 2

What does Utility cover when I rent an apartment in Cambridge?

Accepted Answer

Utility is the monthly cost of water, electricity, heating, garbage and wastewater, security, internet and cable, and other miscellaneous expenses. Some landlords will include all of these costs in the rent and require the tenant to pay them together.

Question 3

What are the different types of apartments for rent in Cambridge?

Accepted Answer

There are fewer student apartments in Cambridge that are rented exclusively to students, there will be some general apartments, most of them will be occupied by white-collar workers and the like, and the people are more mixed. In Cambridge, there are more condo types. Condo is a kind of  condominium. Generally speaking, the living room belongs to you, but the surrounding floor space, belonging to the public, Condo room type to a one-bedroom, two-bedroom, one-bedroom and three-bedroom is more common, the rent is relatively speaking a little expensiv.

Question 4

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

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 5

What are the start and end times for Cambridge student housing?

Accepted Answer

Most student apartments have specific move-in and move-out times, mostly 3-5 days before the start of the school year. Some apartments offer flexible check-in times during the summer, or early check-in for some rooms. Check-out dates are usually May 31, July 31, August 31 of the following year.

Question 6

When should I start looking for student housing in Cambridge?

Accepted Answer

Start in January, and if you see a suitable property during that time, just apply as soon as possible; if you don&#x27;t find a suitable property, you can wait. But if it&#x27;s May or June, do it as soon as possible. The longer you wait, the less cost effective housing becomes available, and after August, the options become scarce.

Question 7

When I rent an apartment in Cambridge, can I return it at any time after signing the lease?

Accepted Answer

No. You cannot. Generally speaking, once a lease is signed, it is effective immediately and cannot be terminated early by either party. Under Canada law, if a tenant signs a long-term lease, they are responsible for the entire term of the lease, and the landlord has the right to demand all of the rent even if the tenant moves out.

Question 8

What are the main things I should pay attention to when renting an apartment in Cambridge?

Accepted Answer

Is the room number, key, etc., correct and are all the facilities provided in the apartment available? We recommend you take a photo of the check-in list and submit it to the apartment together with the check-in list so that both parties can keep a copy for their protection.

Question 9

Are the student accommodation properties in Cambridge well-equipped?

Accepted Answer

All the properties listed by University Living, Cambridge, are fully furnished and enriched with modern amenities like a gym, a barbeque area, a study room, card-operated laundry, a common lounge area, and many mor

Question 10

What list of documents do I need to keep when booking my Cambridge accommodation through uhomes?

Accepted Answer

There are three mandatory documents to be submitted by a student while booking accommodation with uhomes. It includes： 
1. Statement of Accounts in your name 
2. Valid Passport 
3. A letter of confirmation from your concerned university

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