Renting Your First Home in Canada: What You Need to Know

Finding a place to live in Canada is one of the biggest challenges for newcomers. Here’s what you need to know:

Types of Housing

🏢 Apartments – City-based, often managed by rental companies. 

🏡 Basement Apartments – Affordable but limited sunlight. 

🏠 Houses for Rent – Ideal for families, often pricier. 

🏘 Shared Housing – Great for students or singles.

Where to Find Rentals

🔹 Websites: Rentals.ca, Facebook Marketplace, HouseSigma, Zolo 

🔹 Real Estate Agents: Some specialize in rentals. 

🔹 Community Groups: Word of mouth can lead to great deals.

Avoiding Rental Scams

🚨 Never send money before seeing the unit.

🚨 If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. 

🚨 Use official rental agreements to protect yourself.

What Landlords Look For

✅ Proof of income or job letter

✅ Credit score (if new, offer prepaid rent)

✅ References from previous landlords (if available)

Finding a home in Canada takes patience, but with the right approach, you’ll find a place that feels like home! Check out some resources posted in the Maple Connect Groups section on the website!