illegal in the State of Qatar for unmarried/unrelated men & women to live together in the same house/apartment..."

This is protective and not an archaic restriction. Although quite impractical but people just have to find a way - as suggested - rent with other girls if need to save money.

"It's hard to find to accommodation for single women for the simple reason that this country doesn't encourage it"

Yes, also for protective reasons.

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