Student accommodation, flats and rooms for rent in Calgary

If you’re looking for student accommodation in Calgary, surely you’re wondering what are the different types you can choose from, how much they cost and what are the best areas to live in. In this article we tell you all this! After reading it you’ll have a clearer idea of the accommodation you want to choose.

First let's go with a little introduction of the city. Calgary, located in the Canadian province of Alberta, is a city in constant development. It has several high-quality educational institutions, such as the University of Calgary and the SAIT Polytechnic, as well as a dynamic and vibrant environment. The city has an active cultural scene, with theatres, art galleries, musical events and festivals throughout the year. Moreover, it’s surrounded by stunning mountain scenery, and the proximity of Banff and Jasper National Parks offers opportunities for outdoor activities, such as hiking and skiing. With your exchange in Calgary, you’ll be able to fully immerse yourself in the Canadian way of life!

Student apartments for rent in Calgary

The cost of accommodation in Calgary, and in Canada in general, is usually quite high. It’s for this reason that renting an entire apartment is not the most common alternative for international students. However, here are a few things to keep in mind in case this is your preferred option.

The availability of studio apartments is not plentiful in the city, so the most common choice is apartments with several rooms to share. This means that the common areas (which are usually the living room, kitchen, bathroom, laundry room, etc.) are shared among all those who live there. The positive thing about this type of accommodation is that all the expenses of the apartment are divided among those who live there, so the monthly cost ends up being lower than renting a studio apartment all to yourself.

Pay attention to the features that each apartment presents, as some of them may have spaces that differentiate them, such as a spacious balcony, access to a garden or even a bicycle storage area.

Student rooms for rent in Calgary

Regarding the rooms for rent for students in Calgary, you should know that they are usually single rooms, where everything they have is for you. Look closely at the pictures and references to see the size of the rooms, as they can be a bit small. This also depends on whether the bed is a single or double bed. Moreover, some rooms may even have a television and their own balcony, and most commonly they have a window with plenty of natural light.

Estimate that the cost of a room in a shared apartment or student residence in Calgary ranges from $350 CAD and up, and that the average is usually in the range of $800-1000 CAD.

Student accommodation in Calgary

The following are the most chosen areas by students to live in this Canadian city every year:

Flats for rent in Downtown Calgary

The city centre is an ideal place to live if you want to be in the most lively area, with many shops, restaurants and entertainment venues. In Downtown Calgary you can easily get around on foot, and you also have good public transport connections with the rest of the city, so there should be no problem if you’re studying in another neighbourhood. However, keep in mind that the cost of rent here is usually a little higher than in neighbourhoods outside the city centre.

Apartments in Varsity

This area is located northwest of downtown Calgary and very close to the main campus of the University of Calgary, which can be reached in a short time by bicycle or even on foot. It’s a residential area that has green spaces nearby that can be enjoyed at leisure and the CF Market Mall, where there are a large number of stores and dining venues.

Rooms for rent in Beltline

Beltline is located next to downtown Calgary, extending to the south of it. It’s one of the favourite areas for students who want to live in a fun but a little more alternative atmosphere. In fact, it’s considered a hipster area, since its streets are full of vintage clothing boutiques, antique furniture, vinyl and other artistic objects.

Student accommodation near the University of Calgary

This institution has several campuses in the city. The main campus is located in the University Heights neighbourhood, northwest of downtown. To look for housing near it, you can consider that neighbourhood as well as Capitol Hill, Banff Trail and Varsity. For the Foothills Campus you can contemplate the University Heights neighbourhood, and for the Spy Hill Campus areas such as Sunnyside and Kensington Village.

Student residences in Calgary

In this Canadian city, you’ll find both private student residences and university student halls. However, availability is not usually abundant, so if this is your preferred type of accommodation you should start your search as soon as possible and book when you find one that meets all your requirements.

Frequently asked questions about studying in Calgary

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