Hi,
I and my girlfriend are coming to Canada in October. I have the job offer and will start working right away. We have booked an Airbnb apartment for one month. Our plan is to stay in this temporary house meanwhile looking for a permanent solution.
We are looking for a one-bedroom apartment (possibly basement) near Oakville where I will work. Here are several questions:
Thank you in advance!
I and my girlfriend are coming to Canada in October. I have the job offer and will start working right away. We have booked an Airbnb apartment for one month. Our plan is to stay in this temporary house meanwhile looking for a permanent solution.
We are looking for a one-bedroom apartment (possibly basement) near Oakville where I will work. Here are several questions:
- Is it a realistic expectation to find an apartment in one month?
- What is the average rent price in Oakville/Mississauga/Milton/Burlington area? Can I expect to find a one-bedroom apartment for ~1300CAD including utilities?
- What is the average bill for hydro (water+electricity), gas, internet for a family of two?
- I have seen that the most apartments/condos are unfurnished, is it easy to find second-hand furniture?
- Despite having the job offer, can the fact that I don't have a credit history complicate the process of finding accommodation?
- What are the best agencies/websites where I can look for an apartment? (I used Trovit, RedMapper, Rentseeker, Kijiji)
- Any other housing tips or advice are highly welcomed and appreciated!
Thank you in advance!
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