Question 1

What are the general steps for applying for student housing in Sault Ste Marie?

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 2

What are the main things I should pay attention to when renting an apartment in Sault Ste Marie?

Accepted Answer

Is the room number, key, etc., correct and are all the facilities provided in the apartment available? We recommend you take a photo of the check-in list and submit it to the apartment together with the check-in list so that both parties can keep a copy for their protection.

Question 3

What documents and papers are generally required for Sault Ste Marie 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 4

Does renting an apartment in Sault Ste Marie 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 5

Can I come to Sault Ste Marie 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 6

What issues must I be aware of when subletting in Sault Ste Marie?

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 documents should I bring when checking in for a rental in Sault Ste Marie?

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

Can I arrive in Sault Ste Marie 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 9

I have booked an apartment, can I move in directly when I arrive in Sault Ste Marie?

Accepted Answer

Each apartment has its own check-in time. If you arrive in Sault Ste Marie after the official move-in time, you can check-in and move out. However, if you arrive before the official move-in time, you will need to: 1) communicate with the apartment when you apply for the apartment to see if early check-in is possible and tell the apartment your desired move-in time; 2) if the apartment does not offer early check-in, you will need to find your own temporary housing, such as a hotel, day room, or help from a fellow student who has arrived ear

Question 10

Can I rent an apartment in Sault Ste Marie 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.

Student Housing in Sault Ste Marie

Student Accommodation in Sault Ste Marie