Choosing a furnished home as your first off-campus home is a good choice if you're an international student, new to the city or just need to finish that last semester.But choosing a furnished home has its advantages and disadvantages: The advantages: Choosing to move into a furnished home is advantageous to you because: 1.It allows for immediate to short-term living.This gives you flexibility to be a student, while you figure out your next step.2.You save money on furniture and transport expenses which you can invest into your future long-term home.3.Your immediate furniture needs are met with beds, bed coverings, desk and appliances all provided.4.If you are looking for a room instead of a unit, the price increase is low enough to be affordable.Elev has furnished rooms starting as low as $510! Click here to browse Elev properties that are furnished and offer 4-month lease term options! The disadvantages However, the disadvantages of moving into a furnished home are: 1.Living with another person's furniture requires your increased attention to how you care for it.Your security deposit may be used to cover any damage that occurs.

2.The rent for an entire furnished unit can be as much as 25% higher than unfurnished units.

3.Your style may differ from your landlord's making it feel like this isn't your space, but you can rest knowing you're saving money.It can cost between $500 - $2000 to furnish a 1-bedroom home even with items found off Facebook marketplace, and that's before transportation costs.But you can shop smart with these tips, when you're ready to move to an unfurnished home...