Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

In Peterborough, 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 2

When should I start looking for student housing in Peterborough?

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 3

Does renting an apartment in Peterborough 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 are the general steps for applying for student housing in Peterborough?

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 5

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

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 6

What issues must I be aware of when subletting in Peterborough?

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 7

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

Accepted Answer

There are fewer student apartments in Peterborough 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 Peterborough, 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 8

How do I rent student housing in Peterborough?

Accepted Answer

To rent student housing in Peterborough, 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 9

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 10

When I rent an apartment in Peterborough, 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.

Student Housing in Peterborough

Severn Court Student Residence

273 Dalhousie Street

526 Chamberlain Street

346 London Street

1708 Woodgrove Crescent

532 Clayton Avenue