When you first arrive in the Saint John Region, you will need somewhere to live. Short-term housing may be your best option. This will give you time to get familiar with your new city, and consider where you may want to live more permanently, without having to commit long-term. You have a lot of options for short-term housing in the City.
Short-term housing options
Many places have daily, weekly, or monthly rates for short-term housing. Options include:
- Hostels, motels and hotels
- Bed and breakfasts
- Apartments
- Guesthouses
- College and university residences
- Sublet a house or apartment for a few months
What to expect
Most apartments are “unfurnished”, which means there will be no furniture if you are looking for something long-term. However, there will be a stove and fridge. “Furnished” apartments are harder to find and are mostly for short-term rentals. Furnished dwellings sometimes include beds, dressers, couches, dishes and cutlery. Make sure you confirm what is included prior to signing your lease.
If you need to look for furniture, options like Market Place on Facebook, Kijiji, or second-hand stores such as Value Village or Habitat for Humanity ReStore are a good place to start.
Whichever option you decide on, be sure to pay a deposit with the Rental Tribunal Office (gnb.ca) to ensure you are well-protected as a tenant. When renting a house or apartment in the Saint John Region, you should know your rights as a tenant.
Finding short-term housing
You can find short-term housing by contacting one or more of the following online organizations: