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Student Housing in Montreal (2025): What You Need to Know Before Renting

If you're heading to Montreal for school in 2025, finding the right place to live is just as important as choosing the right program. Montreal is one of Canada's top student cities—thanks to its lower cost of living, rich culture, and walkable neighbourhoods.

Furnished vs Unfurnished Apartments in Montreal: Which Should You Choose?

Finding an apartment to rent in Montreal can be daunting—particularly when you're presented with the dilemma of a furnished, unfurnished, or semi furnished rental apartment.

What's the Average Rent in Montreal in 2025?

If you're considering a move to Montreal or just interested in learning about housing prices in one of Canada's most exhilarating and culturally diverse cities, chances are you are wondering about Montreal's average rent.

What's Allowed in Quebec? A Friendly Guide for Newcomers

So, you’ve just moved to Quebec — or maybe you’re planning to. First of all, welcome! Whether you’re settling in Montreal, Quebec City, Gatineau, or somewhere in between, it helps to know a few local dos and don’ts.

What is Tenant Insurance? A Practical Guide for Renters in Montreal

Many renters in Montreal ask the same question: Do I need tenant insurance? Some renters think it’s optional. Others don’t know it exists.

Student Rentals in Montreal: A Campus or a Furnished Apartment?

Every year, some 180,000 students, more than 40,000 of them international students, come to study in Montréal. One of the first major decisions they'll have to make when starting the new school year is where they will stay.

Renting a Furnished Apartment: Bad Areas in Montreal to Avoid

Choosing a neighbourhood in Montreal is just as important as choosing the apartments themselves. This is especially true if you’re renting furnished apartments in Montreal. Many people who look for such units are new to the city.

How to Avoid Rental Scams on Facebook Marketplace When Looking for a Furnished Apartment in Montreal

Trouver un appartement meublé à Montréal peut sembler facile. Beaucoup de gens se tournent vers Facebook Marketplace. C’est rapide, populaire et rempli d’annonces. Mais attention — vous pourriez être victime d’une arnaque à la location sur cette plateforme.

Landlord Guide: How to Rent Out Your Basement Suite in Montreal

I think you will agree with me that extra income has never hurt anyone. And that if you rent out your property, you need to do it as efficiently as possible. Renting out a basement in Montreal is one such way.