Question 1

When I rent an apartment in Kelowna, can I get out of the lease at any time after signing it?

Accepted Answer

Generally speaking, once a lease is signed, it is effective immediately and cannot be terminated early by either party to the lease.
Under Canada law, if a tenant signs a long-term lease, they are responsible for the rent for the entire term of the lease, and the landlord has the right to require the tenant to pay all the rent even if they move out.

Question 2

How do I rent student housing in Kelowna?

Accepted Answer

To rent student housing in Kelowna, you can have a look at our listings on uhomes, connect with your university to find out about your options or even look for rooms for rent in Vanc

Question 3

Should I choose a house or an apartment to rent in Kelowna?

Accepted Answer

Depending on your situation, houses and apartments have advantages and disadvantages, but generally, apartments are more expensive, so remember to consider your own situation.

Question 4

What documents and papers are generally required for Kelowna 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 5

Can I arrive in Kelowna 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 6

When should I start looking for student housing in Kelowna?

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

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 8

Does renting an apartment in Kelowna 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 9

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

Accepted Answer

There are fewer student apartments in Kelowna 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 Kelowna, 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 10

What are the start and end times for Kelowna 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.

Student Housing in Kelowna