If you want to rent a house or apartment or share a place with friends, June and July are the best times to start looking. Bear in mind that landlords advertise their places at least 4 to 6 weeks before the planned date of move-in. The tenants are asked for a 2-month notice before they move out. You should also know that most student residences offer a waiting list which means the chances of you getting an immediate availability are less.