What is a typical expat home or apartment like in Bermuda?

We asked expats what a typical home or apartment in Bermuda is like. They answered...

"Expat homes and apartments in Bermuda are typically modern and spacious, with large windows that let in plenty of natural light. Many of the homes and apartments have balconies or terraces that offer stunning views of the ocean or the lush green hills of the island. Expat homes and apartments are often equipped with modern amenities such as air conditioning, high-speed internet, and cable television. Many of the homes and apartments also have access to a shared pool or other recreational facilities," said a member in Bermuda.

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"I rent a townhouse in a condo complex as do most expats. Prices in Bermuda (where there are limits on what type of housing expats may purchase and which also impose a hugely prohibitive tax on expat's house purchases!) are steep. For a 900 sq. foot, 2 bedroom apartment, I consider it a great deal at $3,000 a month. Electricity also runs at about $350 a month during summer, when you absolutely must run your air conditioning. Phone, cable and internet are also higher than you are probably used to. There are also a fair number of house-shares done by expats," remarked another expat who made the move to Bermuda, Bermuda.

What is a typical expat home or apartment like in Bermuda?

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Joshua Wood, LPC joined Expat Exchange in 2000 and serves as one of its Co-Presidents. He is also one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.

Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.