| Canada is known for its extensive history, beautiful and diverse landscape, a vibrant people and culture. Over the past ten years Canada has witnessed a quick change and a phenomenal growth in interest both from the tourist sector and realty investors, mostly due to the country's opening to democracy and focus on a market-oriented policy.
As with most countries, Canada offers a wide scope of options when it comes to choosing "home".
Below are some of the living accommodations for you to consider:
- A room for rent. Some owners of houses or apartments may let separate rooms in those dwellings. Still, the bathroom(s) and the kitchen are shared by all tenants.
- A studio apartment. These apartments are small and were primarily designed for just one person. Most have a single large-sized room – which includes a kitchen and a bedroom – and a separate bathroom.
- An apartment. Larger apartments are also available. They can range in size from 1 to 3 bedrooms. They also have separate kitchens, bathrooms and living rooms.
- A duplex. A duplex is a single house that has been divided into two separate living areas, each area being separated from the other. Still, the residents may have a shared yard or driveway.
- A townhome. Townhomes are small-sized houses which are built in rows, so that they form a chain. Normally, they are similar in appearance.
- A house. There are homes of all shapes and sizes throughout Canada. You may have a house built specifically to your specifications on a lot.
- A condominium. Condos are basically apartments or townhouses 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 exterior upkeep.
Besides these options, you also need to decide whether you will live in a furnished or unfurnished "home".
Furnished accommodations mean that all of the necessary furnishings - such as beds and chairs - are included in the living area. This option is especially suitable for those who are immigrating to Canada, because transportation expenses can be significant.
Most people, nonetheless, choose to live in an unfurnished dwelling, so that they can decorate the way they would like. Some unfurnished living accommodations will still have kitchen appliances, such as fridges and stoves.
Also, keep in mind that 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 of major cities. |