Especially in the winter in heated apartments if they can see a warm place to sleep they are going inside.

The property does have heated radiators through out each unit. everything is separated for each unit electricity, gas, and window units in each property.

But there are some basic bid issues owners are often unreasonable about:1) There really isn't time to get multiple bids- No heat during winter or ac during summer can often result in a municipal ticket or worse2) The job is too small to get bids- Estimated cost is $700 - how is saving 5-10% worth the time getting bids?

However, they didn't insulate that building well so in winter residents consistently get heating bills over $200/mo. 

We ended up replacing the AC unit as well as the heating/gas furnace for 15k in total with TMS.

“I can’t believe you disconnected the heat.

This figure includes allowances for heat, electric and any other utility that the tenat is required to pay and this is deducted from the FMR. 

Redfin shows that properties in this area are at risk of at least Heat and Wind advisories, some also seem to be highly susceptible to flooding.

-Structural (foundation, wall, ceiling and floor)-Roof and Exterior(Roof Condition,Gutters and Downspouts, Siding, Windows and Doors)-Plumbing (Water Pressure,Leaks, Drainage, Pipes)-Electrical (Wiring,Outlets and Switches,Breaker Panel, Lighting Fixtures)-HVAC(Air Ducts, heating and cooling)-Water and Moisture Issues(Attic, Mold and Mildew)-Kitchen and Appliances-Bathrooms-Pest and Insect Problems-Safety Features

[I think someone else provided an example of this case earlier]-Now provided you do qualify for purchasing a house (4 units or less), you will have no problem qualifying for a mortgage with a Schedule 1 bank as long as you provide the down payment (35% minimum of purchase price) and confirm proof of fund and the source of it- On the proof and source of funds, the banks would want to see an income enough to cover the mortgage payment and other expenses. and in some cases, they would want to make sure they know how you're going to cover your expenses (housing, heating, etc..) where you live.This is usually where it gets annoying for some folks but if you can satisfy this, you should be able to qualify for a mortgage just likely any Canadian tax resident, albeit you will pay a little more in terms of interest rate, etc.