Eastern Ontario Renters Guide - Aug 18, 2018 by NextHome

EASTERN EDITION

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40 Kirkland Private, Unit 121, Ottawa

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Lake Avenue, Ottawa

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613.706.4552

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24 rue Arthur-Graveline, Gatineau

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819.923.1771 | 10 km

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Corner Des Grives Blvd. & Ch. Pink

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Contents EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

Susan Legge EDITOR

Marlene Eisner ART DIRECTOR

Tammy Leung CONTRIbuTINg EDITORs

Sara Duck, Marisa Baratta CONTRIbuTINg wRITERs

Jennifer Braun, David Lindsay REgIONAl sAlEs mANAgER

Paul Bimm paul.bimm@nexthome.ca sAlEs CO-ORDINATOR

Gary Chilvers gRApHIC DEsIgNER

Mike Terentiev

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6 editor's Note

16 Renters' Help

8 Classifieds 14 index

use this checklist to help find what you're looking for

17 Rental Rantings what your home decor says about your personality

18 Rentability First-time renters: Questions to ask your potential landlord

NEIGHBOURHOOD PROFILE:

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EDITOR’S NOTE

THE FIRST-TIME RENTER EXPERIENCE

MARLENE EISNER EDITOR NextHome EMAIL: marlene.eisner@nexthome.ca TWITTER: @MarleneEisner

Some people are happy living in the family home and are in no rush to move into their first apartment. Others can’t wait to leave the nest, counting down the days until they are out the door and in their own space. Regardless of which end of the spectrum you’re on, when you’re ready to spread your wings and become a renter, you should be prepared. Friends and family will happily tell you of their experiences and make suggestions on how to proceed. And you should listen closely. But for an added perspective, in this edition of Renters Guide, we’ve included two great articles filled with useful information to set you on the right path. Before you even start looking for an apartment, there are things you should consider – what kind of space you want and need, the neighbourhood you’d like to live in and how much of your income you should spend on rent so you can afford other aspects of your life. The story on page 18 will help you thread through the options. Once you’ve found some places to view, you’ll want to ask your potential new landlord a bunch of questions before you sign a lease. The renters’ checklist on page 16 is pretty comprehensive and a good place to start. So enjoy renting, and when it’s time to make a move, let Renters Guide help. If there is something you’d like us to write about, or if you have a comment or suggestion, please send me an email.

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NEIGHBOURHOOD PROFILE

Hintonburg EclEctic and vibrant by david lindsay

+morE PHotoS and StatS onlinE: nexthome.ca/hintonburg One of Ottawa’s earliest suburban centres, Hintonburg, is located south of Mechanicsville, and used to be home to blue-collar workers but is now known for its artisanal coffee roasting. The area is north of the Civic Hospital and east of Westboro. For all of its modern advances, Hintonburg still manages to retain its quiet charm. Hintonburg enjoys an extremely broad appeal. You see it in the variety of private and familyowned businesses and restaurants in the area. The neighbourhood is great for pedestrians and bikes, which is lucky because the shops along Wellington Avenue are best experienced in a leisurely manner. Residents enjoy access to the natural beauty along the NCCmanicured paths that run beside the Sir John A. McDonald Parkway

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and they also embrace variety. Hintonburg offers an enticing array of things to see and do for any taste or interest. Like to cook? Visit chef shops and the Parkdale Market for farm-fresh Ontariogrown produce and local goods. Crave activity? Bike, run, or crosscountry ski along the Ottawa River. Hintonburg leads the way in balancing the activity of urban life without sacrificing the comforts of a smaller community. The family-friendly area is home to public and private schools and is not far from the Ottawa Civic Hospital. Ottawa’s increased investment in transit infrastructure continues to ensure that area residents will be busing in efficiency and will benefit from the upcoming light rail services through the

downtown core, while ongoing bike-sharing programs continue to gain popularity, too. Meanwhile, those with cars are served by easy access to Ottawa’s 417 (a.k.a. the “Queensway”). Hintonburg is extremely pedestrian-friendly, although those without cars will be busing to the grocers when they grow tired of boutique food and artisanal pricing. Car owners will find themselves snapping up parking spots, which are an increasingly scarce commodity here. David Lindsay is a writer and full-time Ottawa resident, raised and educated in the NCR (National Capital Region, to the out-of-towner). This hometown boy wants you to know that Ottawa isn’t all stuffy bureaucracy, stone capital buildings, or a hockey team allergic to the playoffs – we also value meticulous lawn-care.

Come for the View Stay for the Lifestyle A beautiful location off the Western Parkway. Breathtaking views of the Ottawa River and the Gatineau Hills. Access to Ottawa’s best bicycle paths. Enjoy the professionally landscaped grounds.

• Freshly decorated bachelor, 1, 2 & 3 bedroom suites • Suites feature hardwood flooring (parquet), appliances, individual heat control. A variety of well designed, spacious plans to choose from.

• The buildings are centrally air-conditioned, and are equipped with security intercom systems. • There is a Tuck Shop, beauty salon, laundry facilities, indoor and outdoor parking on the premises. We are minutes from the Transit Way.

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Ottawa West

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ADVERTISERS RENTERS GUIDE MAKES EVERY EFFORT TO ENSURE THE ACCURACY OF OUR INDEX, HOWEVER AVAILABILITY AND PRICES CHANGE DAILY. PLEASE REFER TO THE SPECIFIC AD AND CALL THE ADVERTISER FOR MORE DETAILS.

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Horizon - 12 rue de l'Horizon, Unit 105

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Arthur-Graveline - 24 rue Arthur-Graveline

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Carleton Crossing - Lake Avenue, Ottawa

$1325

Ora II - Corner Des Grives Blvd. & Ch. Pink

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ADVICE

Do you have a

renters’ checklist? Congratulations. You’ve found an apartment. Typically, you may have some questions for the owner. Here is a list from the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. (CMHC) to get you started. 1. Are utilities such as heat, electricity, water, cable television or Internet included in the monthly rental fee? Do you have to pay for some or all of them separately, or are the costs shared with other tenants? If the costs are shared, not everyone has the same usage or requirements, so make sure you understand how the usage is divided up. 2. What type of heating is used – natural gas, oil or electric? Some energy sources cost more than others. 3. On average, how much did the previous tenants pay for utilities each month? Use this as a guideline since they could have had different energy needs than your own. 4. Is there parking? How much does it cost? What about additional vehicles, including guest parking? 5. Is there extra storage? Is it included in the rental cost? 6. Is laundry extra? If so, how much does it cost? 7. Is there rent control in place? If not, how will future rent increases be handled? 8. Who handles installing or moving telephone jacks, satellite dishes, or television cables? 9. Is there high-speed Internet available? 10. Can changes be made to the unit, including painting and hanging pictures on the walls?

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11. Why are the current tenants

are leaving? If pets are allowed, what kind? Does the property need to be professionally cleaned at the end of the lease? 12. Is smoking permitted? 13. What security systems are in place? Have the locks been changed recently? Are there parts of the building that require key access? SAfEty AnD hEAlthy lIVIng

Safety, security and healthy living are also important considerations when looking for a place to live. Before deciding to rent, make sure to: • Consider the nearest transit stop and parking areas if you have a vehicle. Are they isolated, or are there enough people around to walk to and from safely? • Look for added security beyond what you would expect for the area as this could signal a higher crime rate.

• Check the locks on the windows and doors, and ask the landlord to change them at their expense before you move in. (They are, however, not legally obligated to do so.) • Examine sliding glass doors, like patio doors, for a reinforcement rod in the track that prevents them from being forced open. • Check for working smoke detectors, fire exits and/or fire escapes, and fire extinguishers. For basement units, make sure the windows are large enough to crawl through. • Look for properly vented space heaters and fireplaces with plenty of room around each for furniture to be placed safely. • Look for the presence of mould (stains on the walls, musty smells, or rotting wood) to make sure the air you are breathing is clean. Source: CMHC

ADVICE | RENTAL RANTINGS

RENTAL DECOR: WHAT IT SAYS ABOUT YOU fanatic or a movie enthusiast, your love for whatever hobby you choose is self-evident at firsthome glance. You put the time into the things you care about.

JENNIFER BRAUN This is what your home decor is saying about you:

MODERN MINIMALIST

STILL LOOKS LIKE MOVE-IN DAY

Decorating a rental might feel impossible, but leaving your apartment bare gives the impression that you’re lazy and uninventive. Stop being afraid of taking a few risks and start adding some personality to your home.

home, a combination of bad housewarming gifts and items you refuse to live without. You just can’t say no to the things you love. We know you’re all about functionality and living by your own rules.

MIX AND MATCH EVERYTHING

You have eclectic taste. Your home style is a mix of secondhand furniture from your parents’

If your home has a modern and minimalist style, you like to be on trend without taking big risks. You are low maintenance just like your home style. Jennifer Braun is a freelance lifestyle writer from Montreal. Follow Jennifer on Twitter @justbejealous and find her blog at justbejealous.com

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first-time RenteR? Here’s wHat you need to know You’ve just starting to look for your first apartment. That’s so exciting. But as a newbie, you may not know how to begin the search or even what to look for. The first thing to realize is that although there is no such thing as a perfect rental, there is a close-to-perfect one out there for you. The reality is, you will have to compromise on a few of your wants, but finding a place to rent becomes a lot easier when you know what you will and won’t settle for, including how much you want to spend. As a general rule, housing costs should be less than 30 per cent of your before-tax income. This includes: Utilities (electricity, heat and water), rent and municipal services (if applicable). Different kinDs of rentals

Apartment Apartments vary from walk-up units in lowrise buildings to units located in buildings with elevator access. Amenities can vary from a single on-site washer and dryer, to full laundry rooms, in-suite laundry facilities, common rooms and fitness facilities. Some of the advantages of apartment living include secured access and no maintenance of external grounds. House House rentals include townhouses, duplexes, semi-detached and single-detached houses. A basement apartment in a house is often considered an apartment. House rentals provide more space than most apartments and sometimes have access to some outside spaces such as a patio, lawn, garden and parking. Rooming House Rooming houses are shared 18 RentersGuide.ca

accommodations with both shortterm (week-to-week) and longerterm rental options. Many rooms have their own refrigerator for a tenant’s personal use. faCtors to ConsiDer when Choosing a rental

Affordability: Perhaps the most important factor is your personal budget: How much you can afford to pay for rent each month and still have money left over for your other bills – tenants’ insurance, cable, telephone service, Internet connection, parking, credit card, etc. – not to mention food, transportation, entertainment and clothing costs. Location: Think about the neighbourhood in which you’d like to live. Do you want to live near work? Or do you prefer to be close to school, family and friends? Parking and public transportation: If you have a car, is there parking nearby? Will you need a permit to park in the area? If you don’t have a car, how easy is it to go grocery shopping or to

get to appointments? Are you near public transit? Surroundings: Do you prefer a quiet neighbourhood in the suburbs, or do you thrive being at the centre of activity, with access to bars and clubs? If you like to cook, you may want to live near a lot of grocery stores, and if you don’t, an area rich in restaurants and takeout joints might be more appealing. Availability: Some rental properties are harder to find during certain months of the year. Try to move during prime season so you have more variety from which to choose. Safety: Are there a lot of break-ins or crime in the area that you need to consider? new to CanaDa?

Visit the Citizenship and Immigration Canada website to find an organization that might be able to help you with settlement services, including locating suitable housing and employment. Source: CMHC

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