thanks for the comment novita!

as much as i wanted western kind of living, i guess a decent furnished flat (perhaps 1 or 2 BR) will be fine for me. besides, its just me and my wife for now, no kid that will take up much space yet :)

if i work in west bay area, which area would u recommend me to find a good flat? pehraps an accessible one, also near to the commercial places like stores, groceries, hospital etc.

thanks!