good places to live

For some of the least expensive accommodations in Toronto, consider Scarborough and Vaughn. Etobicoke and North York offer average priced rentals and good bargains are difficult to find.

You may wish to consider alternate living arrangements depending on your budget and/or preferences. Some examples:

a) Four young female interns share a large two bedroom apartment in North York. $1,700 monthly rent is split four ways ($425 each). Shared living/kitchen/sleeping space so somewhat crowded.

b) International student paying $400 per month for single room in landlord's family home in Scarborough. Shared kitchen/living space but plenty of room and privacy as landlord couple works and travels a lot.

c) Basement apartment in semi-detached townhouse for $900 per month in Mississauga. Shared entrance, laundry and no parking but own small kitchen and washroom.

The above are rental situations I've personally know about from friends and colleagues.

Finally, consider your home-work commute which can be significant in Toronto.

Hi PhotoSmurf, hope you are well

What will be the rent for two bed room apartment or town house in Mississauga ?? Is there any area or location to avoid in Mississauga ? Having car is a must to live in Mississauga for a family or local transport is enough ??

Thanks for your guidance.

Mississauga has a good reputation for living and working.

The neighborhoods closest to Mississauga City Hall---southwest of Highway 403 and Hurontario Street---offer the best offerings of accommodations, dining, shopping, etc.

Expect to pay at least $2,000 monthly for two bedroom apartment/condo or townhouse.

Public transit in Mississauga is above-average. If you work and live near major streets in Mississauga, you do not need a car. However, if you live in Mississauga and work elsewhere (ie. Richmond Hill, North York, Burlington) then a car may become a necessity.

Thanks a lot for the info which is really helpful 

Regarding Car , Is the trains / Buses / GO not easily available in Mississauga to reach far locations i.e. Burlington , North York , down town etc.. ?

Having Car for new immigrant is really tough !

Regards
Q.

You are 100% right... car ownership IS expensive for new immigrants!

Expect to pay about $8,000 per year to lease/operate the average mid-size car in Toronto. Unless your home includes free parking, expect to pay an additional $50 to $100 per month.

Public transit is readily available for most major streets in Mississauga, Burlington, North York, downtown, etc. However, public transit is unavailable or infrequent for most side streets. If you are fortunate to live and work near major streets, you do not need a car. Otherwise, you may be forced to take long walks, often carrying shopping/groceries in unpleasant weather. Finally, intra-city travel can be problematic as different transit systems are not always well connected or extra fares are required.