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Price Comparison
Below is an example comparison of housing with similar size and environment.
Costs
Single Room-1 year
​School Dorms
Initial Cost:ï¿¥326,667
(entry fee +3months of rent
-day-based discount)
*Above cost is based on a 5-day discount.
Montly Fees
Rent:ï¿¥80,000
Internet: Included
Other Fees: Included
Power, water Bills: Included
Total Monthly Cost: ï¿¥80,000
Total Yearly Cost: ï¿¥1,046,667
Local Housing
Initial Cost:ï¿¥304,565
(contract fee +deposit +2months of rent +key changing fee +management fee)
Montly Fees
Rent:ï¿¥56,000
Internet: ï¿¥3,300
Management Fees:ï¿¥7,000
Power, water Bills: ï¿¥10,000
Penalty fee: ï¿¥56,000
*When leaving after 1 year
Total Monthly Cost: ï¿¥76,300
Total Yearly Cost: ï¿¥1,143,565
Airbnb
Monthly Fees
Rent: ï¿¥192,438
Total Monthly Cost: ï¿¥192,438
Total Yearly Cost: ï¿¥2,309,256
Conditions
​School Dorms
Pros:
1. Managed by school
- Monthly inspection
- Repair/replacement
- Bills included in rent
2. Fully prepared
- Basic furniture, appliances
- Full bedding (pillow, banket, sheets)
3. Moving in support
- Ride from school to dorm
4. Flexible contract
Cons:
Restrictions
- Cannot invite outsiders
- Girls only in girls dorm
- Boys only in boys dorm
- Cannot own car
Local Housing
Pros:
1. Little restriction
- Can invite anyone
- Can own car
*Must pay for parking
2. Prepared
- Basic furniture, appliances
- Bed (some rooms)
*If not, must buy bed or futon
Cons:
1. 2 year contract only
*Must pay penalty to leave early
2. Must manage/get repairment on your own
3. No moving-in support
4. Guarantor required
Airbnb
Pros:
1. Fully prepared
2. Can consult host for problems
3. Suitable for short-term stay
4. Large rooms available
Cons:
Expensive for long-term stay
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