u/Existing-Breath-963

Hey guys,
I’m planning a long-term move to Ghent soon and honestly, I'm trying to wrap my head around the housing situation there. I've heard the market is pretty crazy right now, so I wanted to ask those who recently rented a place — how bad is it actually?
What’s a realistic monthly price for a decent 1 or 2-bedroom apartment these days (before bills)? Also, how does the whole process work? Should I just spam everyone on Immoweb, or are there better ways like Facebook groups or specific agencies?
Any tips on what documents landlords usually want to see, or things I should watch out for in the contract would be a lifesaver.
Thanks a lot!