| Canada is known for its picturesque and diverse landscape, a vibrant people and culture. Over the past 10 years Canada has experienced a quick change and a colossal growth in interest both from the tourist sector and property investors, mainly as the country became more market-oriented.
Like most countries, Canada offers a great variety of options when it comes to selecting a place to call "home". Your choice will rest on several factors, including your budget, how much space you need and what kind of place you wish to.
Here are some of the options for you to consider:
- A room for rent. Some owners of houses or apartments may rent out separate rooms in those dwellings. All of the tenants share the bathroom(s) and the kitchen.
- A studio apartment. These apartments are small and were primarily designed for only one person. Most studios have a single large-sized room – that consists of a kitchen and a bedroom – and a separate bathroom.
- An apartment. Apartments can range in size from 1 to 3 bedrooms. They also consist of separate bathrooms, living rooms and kitchens.
- A duplex. A duplex is a single house that has been split into two separate living areas, each area being completely separate from the other. But the residents may have a shared yard or driveway.
- A townhome. Townhomes are small-sized houses which are built in rows, thus forming a chain. Commonly, they have a similar exterior.
- A house. Houses of all shapes and sizes are available in Canada. You may have a home built specially for you on a lot.
- A condominium. Condominiums are essentially apartments or townhomes that are owned, not rented. Owners are responsible for all of the internal maintenance and care on the property and must pay property taxes. They also pay a condominium association fee that covers the costs of outdoor upkeep, such as lawn mowing.
Besides these types of accommodation, you also need to decide whether you will live in a furnished or unfurnished "home".
Furnished houses and apartments mean that all of the necessary furnishings - such as beds and chairs - are provided. This option is especially suitable for those who are immigrating to Canada, because the cost of transporting your own couches and beds could be rather pricey.
Most people, nonetheless, decided on an unfurnished dwelling, so that they can decorate the way they would like. Some unfurnished living accommodations will still include kitchen appliances, such as refrigerators and stoves.
Still, housing costs can vary considerably, even within the same province. You can save cash on housing by doing some research and focusing on areas outside major cities. |
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