Question 1

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

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 2

What are the typical apartment types available for rent in Laval?

Accepted Answer

In Laval, most students choose a Flat Apartment, followed by a House, a Townhouse and so on. There are usually studios, 1 bed 1bath, 2 bed 2 bath, 3 bed 3 bath, 4 bed 4 bath and so on. There are also room types that belong to shared bedrooms, such as 2 bed 1 bath, 3 bed 2 bath, etc.

Question 3

Can I rent an apartment in Laval and have a pet on the sly?

Accepted Answer

No, you cannot. Some students may think of getting a cat or dog on the sly, but it is not recommended to violate the contract because it is bad for your credit and you may face fines.

Question 4

Are the student accommodation properties in Laval well-equipped?

Accepted Answer

All the properties listed by University Living, Laval, 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 5

What documents and papers are generally required for Laval 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

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

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 7

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

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 8

Do student apartments in Laval come with furniture?

Accepted Answer

Most of the apartments in Laval 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 9

Can I arrive in Laval 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 10

When do I usually start applying for rentals to study in Laval?

Accepted Answer

The time to start looking for an apartment varies from school to school depending on local housing habits, market availability, and individual needs. The start time for new students and current students is also different. For new students, you will usually start looking for an apartment after you have received your acceptance letter or have decided to come to the area, usually in April or May. We recommend that you apply and sign up for an apartment after you have officially received your I20 form. A large number of new students come to the Canada. early and see the apartments in the area before deciding to sign up. Older students, i.e. current students, have a more spread out time to find an apartment. Some schools have older students who usually start signing for apartments in the first semester (fall) for the next academic year, but most older students usually start looking for apartments in the spring semester.

Student Housing in Laval

Student Accommodation in Laval