I had a terrible time in Toronto, but I was willing to put up with it because of the nice location near the train station and other convenience.
Here are a few experiences I got from staying 2 month there:
- Half of the "Fun" experience I got came from other guesses at the house. Some of them were annoying, the rules weren't respected, it was hard to sleep at night, the place often got dirty fast, there was stuff everywhere in the kitchen, there was no place for food in the only fridge and there was no window of time to clean our cloths...
(Thankfully, there was some nice and friendly people there with whom I had a great time)
- When I first arrive the bedroom was very dirty, I took upon myself to clean it up since there was spider and spider web... The mattress was so bad that I had to buy a new one just for the time I was there. I also had to get a massage because my back hurt too much from the spring. I bought tablets and hook for convenience sake, because just a wardrobe isn't enough.
(If you ever stay there for a long time I suggest you go to IKEA which is somewhat near the house location and buy a mattress topper)
- The last thing that really bother me was that I did not notice this room was in a share house, my mistake from not knowing. But 6 people living in a tiny house was hell. No space, no privacy, always some sort of sound... And thinking about the quality of life versus the price I was shock. I know Toronto is expensive and this seem like a good price for a room and everything that goes with it, but there is just too many people and not enough place.
If you stay for a few nights this place is decent, but for an extended period of time... You better be prepare to put up with some annoying stuff and prepare yourself.