student housing

Submitted by Stevo Mayo on Sun, 02/01/2009 - 14:06

 

YOUTH HOSTELS

Youth hostels  ...

STUDENT ROOM PRACTICALITIES

There are several areas in Antwerp where students live. The price of a room, flat or bedsit varies according to the neighbourhood and the type of accommodation. A room has a shared bathroom and kitchen, while a flat or apartment usually have their own separate bathroom and kitchen, whereas a bedsit ...

STANDARDISED RENTAL FORMS

Host institutions have standardised rental forms (Kotweb-contract) for student accommodation. These contracts fully protect you as a student tenant and are slightly in your favour (English translation and explanation are available). Some landlords may offer you their own contract but be smart and ne...

TENANTS' UNION

Tenants’ union ...

REFUSE/GARBAGE COLLECTION

Refuse/garbage collection  ...

PARTIES IN STUDENT ROOMS

The city council doesn’t prohibit parties in student rooms, but if you stage a party in your room, you’ll factually become an organiser of an event. That means that you’ll be liable in case of an accident or other mishaps. Pay attention to the following before you invite friends to a party in ...

LOCK YOUR ROOM

Student rooms are a popular target for budding thieves or people in need of quick money. The following tips can help prevent theft. -Always lock the door of your room, even when at home. ...

PREVENTION

Carbon monoxide poisoning ...

GARBAGE DISPOSAL

All (temporary) citizens of Antwerp sort their garbage: there’s a different type of garbage bag or container for every type of garbage. ...