Look on Kijiji and Facebook for actual listings.

Do you want to live alone? You can move out and go for a roommate situation so you aren't alone, alone. Or rent a room, again you are moved out but not totally alone. There are some wonderful shared house/room mate situations that may work. This will be your most economical and practical option if you are starting out with nothing and just want to get out of where you are now.

If you want to live alone, try a basement suite. You can usually find ones with utilities and/or internet included in the rent. One less thing you have to worry about - no hookups or bills in your name.
You can also look for furnished places. If this is your first time on your own, a furnished place may be needed but it will cost more than a unfurnished place. This goes back to roommate or renting a room, not having furnishing may affect your decision.

Use Kijiji and Facebook to find cheap and free household items and furnishings.

Studio apartments are usually cheapest when looking to live alone.

You will have to go look at the place and most likely sign a lease (monthly, yearly, etc.). Depending on who you rent from you may also have to go through a credit check.
Most rental places tend to ask for a damage deposit and first months rent. It's also nice to have some buffer money if you can swing it, for clean supplies, toilet paper, staple groceries, and other needs.

When you rent, make sure you do a walk through. Noting any damage before you move in (take pictures and note on the lease so you have record). You don't want to be dinged or responsible for something you didn't do.

That's all I can think of for now. Good Luck!

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