Question 1

Can I arrive in North Shore 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 2

Does renting an apartment in North Shore 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 3

Do I need to submit a certificate of deposit for the total rent during the rental period in North Shore?

Accepted Answer

It is usual for some individual landlords or apartments to require proof of deposit of the total rent for the term of the lease.

Question 4

What list of documents do I need to keep when booking my North Shore 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 5

What issues must I be aware of when subletting in North Shore?

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 6

Can I come to North Shore and see the apartment before I decide to sign?

Accepted Answer

Yes, we encourage students to see the apartment in person before deciding to sign up, so they can get a more direct feel for the apartment. However, we have to admit that many students want to move in right away when they arrive in the Canada. Also, the closer to the start of the school year, the higher the price and the fewer good apartments there are. Therefore, students should decide when to sign up according to their actual situation.

Question 7

Are the student accommodation properties in North Shore well-equipped?

Accepted Answer

All the properties listed by University Living, North Shore, 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 8

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 9

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

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 10

Do student apartments in North Shore come with furniture?

Accepted Answer

Most of the apartments in North Shore 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

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