Question 1

What are the general steps for applying for student housing in Southampton?

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

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

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 3

How do I rent student housing in Southampton?

Accepted Answer

To rent student housing in Southampton, 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 4

How big is student housing in Southampton?

Accepted Answer

According to uhomes database, student apartments or student flats in Southampton are usually around 21m² to 23.5

Question 5

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

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.

Question 6

What list of documents do I need to keep when booking my Southampton 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 7

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 8

Do student apartments in Southampton come with furniture?

Accepted Answer

Most of the apartments in Southampton 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

What are the factors to consider before renting an apartment in Southampton?

Accepted Answer

Before renting an apartment, you should first understand your accommodation needs, including the area you are renting, the distance and time to and from school, the budget cost, and whether you are sharing an apartment.
After deciding on your needs, it is recommended that students spend some time researching the security situation in the area they have chosen. You can visit the relevant local websites to check the safety factor of the area, and if it is an area with a high crime rate, it is best not to choose to live there.
When looking at properties, pay attention to the availability of amenities around the community, such as supermarkets, convenience stores, hospitals, pharmacies, restaurants, banks, etc..
You should also pay attention to what living goods are provided by the landlord, whether they can meet your daily needs, and what additional things you need to buy. If you plan to find a roommate to share a room, you must discuss these issues with your roommate in advance to avoid conflicts in the future.

Question 10

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

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.

Student Housing in Southampton