Question 1

When should I start looking for student housing in Gatineau?

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 2

When I rent an apartment in Gatineau, 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 3

Does renting an apartment in Gatineau have a big impact on my academic life?

Accepted Answer

The environment determines the quality of life. In addition to the proximity to schools and the security of the surrounding area, you should also consider the accessibility of your place of residence:
Whether there is public transportation.
Whether it is convenient to park.
Whether there are supermarkets around.

Question 4

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

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 5

How big is student housing in Gatineau?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 6

What documents and papers are generally required for Gatineau 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&#x27;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 7

What is the average cost of renting an apartment for students in Gatineau?

Accepted Answer

There are many options for renting an apartment in Gatineau, and the price varies depending on the house you choose. If you apply for an apartment, you can generally pay about [$1,400 to $1,600] for a one-bedroom apartment with all expenses included. If you apply for a multi-bedroom apartment and share with other students, you can compress your own costs to[ $700-$900], while roommate(s) need to pay a slightly higher f

Question 8

I booked an apartment, but it didn&#x27;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 9

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

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 10

Do student apartments in Gatineau come with furniture?

Accepted Answer

Most of the apartments in Gatineau 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

Student Housing in Gatineau

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