Question 1

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

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 2

What are the start and end times for Hamilton 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 3

When should I start looking for student housing in Hamilton?

Accepted Answer

Start in January, and if you see a suitable property during that time, just apply as soon as possible; if you don't find a suitable property, you can wait. But if it'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 4

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

Accepted Answer

There are fewer student apartments in Hamilton 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 Hamilton, 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 5

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 6

What list of documents do I need to keep when booking my Hamilton 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

Question 7

Can I arrive in Hamilton and see the house before I decide to sign?

Accepted Answer

Try not to do so. It is better to move in right after you arrive in the Canada. Then, the closer to the start of the school year, the higher the rent and the less good properties are available around the school. Therefore, students should decide when to sign a contract according to their actual situation.

Question 8

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

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.

Question 9

Does renting an apartment in Hamilton 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 10

Are the student accommodation properties in Hamilton well-equipped?

Accepted Answer

All the properties listed by University Living, Hamilton, 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

Student Housing in Hamilton

49 Walnut St. S

William Thomas

West Village Suites

100 Main

KiWi Condos

Regency Suites(150 main street)

Brock & John

15 Queen St S

112 King St E

77 Leland Condos

20 George

135 James St S

Student Accommodation in Hamilton