OK - $750/month for a room in a shared flat is actually reasonable. But if I were you, I would look at the rooms at around $1000/month. The selection should be

OK - $750/month for a room in a shared flat is actually reasonable. But if I were you, I would look at the rooms at around $1000/month. The selection should be much nicer and with fewer competitors. Then you can take your time to get advice from colleagues and probably find something equally nice for $750/month within 6 months.