Hello all

I’ve read many of the articles and forums about housing but I have a few specifric questions that I hoped I could get some help with.

I’m moving to Barcelona in September, going to be there for about a year for grad school.  I went to school for a semester there and just had to go back. I lived in Eixample. My questions are:

1. How quickly can I expect to find a decent apartment in Barcelona?

2. I know a bit about the different barrios, but I was wondering if anyone had any recommendations as to a section that is popular amongst English-speaking students/ young persons.

Thanks for any help.