Housing
Kauhavan Vuokra-asunnot Oy rents apartments in Kauhava. They have a website only in Finnish but you can inquire apartments in English by email or phone from Markku Sippola, tel. +358 40 510 9597, markku.sippola(at)kauhava.fi
Vuokraovi.com is an internet service that collects rental apartments from private landlords.
If you want to buy an apartment or a house in Kauhava, please contact local real estate agents:
Kauhavan kiinteistövälitys
LKV Vaisto
Utilities
Heating
Some houses have district heating system (kaukolämpö) and in that case, heating is included in the rent. Electric heating is more common, and it is not included in the rent. Therefore, you must be prepared to pay for it. Usually, the rent is little lower with electric heated apartments because of the extra cost.
Electricity
Electricity is not usually included in the rent and you need to make an electricity contract (sähkösopimus) as soon as possible. You can choose the providing company. If you move, remember to terminate, or update your contract. Ask your landlord which power company operates in your area.
Water
Water is often included in the rent. In some cases, you need to pay an additonal monthly water fee either based on usage or a fixed sum.