Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

There are fewer student apartments in Richmond 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 Richmond, 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 2

When should I start looking for student housing in Richmond?

Accepted Answer

Start in January, and if you see a suitable property during that time, just apply as soon as possible; if you don't find a suitable property, you can wait. But if it'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

What list of documents do I need to keep when booking my Richmond 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 4

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

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 5

How big is student housing in Richmond?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 6

When I rent an apartment in Richmond, can I return it at any time after signing the lease?

Accepted Answer

No. You cannot. Generally speaking, once a lease is signed, it is effective immediately and cannot be terminated early by either party. Under Canada law, if a tenant signs a long-term lease, they are responsible for the entire term of the lease, and the landlord has the right to demand all of the rent even if the tenant moves out.

Question 7

Do student apartments in Richmond come with furniture?

Accepted Answer

Most of the apartments in Richmond 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 8

When I rent an apartment in Richmond, 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.

Question 9

What are the features of Richmond Student Housing?

Accepted Answer

Student, visiting student, or student's family only: clear and uniform check-in and check-out times; generally 12 months, rarely less than 5 months.

Question 10

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

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.

Student Housing in Richmond

5099 Francis Road

New Richmond 2-bedroom 2-bathroom plus den for rent

8628 Hazelbridge Way

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Student Accommodation in Richmond