Student accommodation, flats and rooms for rent in Quebec

Are you going on an exchange program to Canada and are you looking for student housing in Quebec? In this article, you’ll learn the most important facts you need to know about this destination, from the types of student housing available to the best areas to live in Quebec. Here we go!

Quebec, Canada's oldest city, is a historic gem with its cobblestone streets and European architecture. In fact, the area of Old Quebec was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO. It’s a bilingual city, where both French and English are official languages.

The Canadian city is known for its cultural scene, especially for its artistic offerings. Also, the nightlife in Quebec is very lively and its location on the banks of the Saint Lawrence River will let you enjoy nature while walking or exercising. You’re sure to enjoy your exchange to the fullest!

Student apartments for rent in Quebec

In Quebec, you’ll find several rental apartments available for students. They all have different characteristics, so you have to compare between them to choose the one that best suits your preferences. The most important difference is that there may be apartments with several rooms to share or studio apartments, for one person or a couple.

The cost of student rental apartments in Quebec is usually, as a minimum, $850 CAD per month. This is for a studio apartment and usually does not include the cost of utilities such as water, electricity, gas, etc. Pay attention to all this so you don't get any surprises!

Student rooms for rent in Quebec

There are several different types of rooms in Quebec. Most of them are individual, but they differ in the type of apartment that they are part of. The most common are those belonging to private flats shared between young people or student residences. However, there are also the rooms that are part of family houses. This type of accommodation, like all, has its pros and cons. On the one hand, you’re going to be able to fully immerse yourself in the local way of life, sharing the day to day life with a Canadian family and learning about their traditions and culture. On the other hand, you should know that the house rules are usually stricter than, for example, those of a student apartment, especially regarding schedules and inviting friends.

Student accommodation in Quebec

Here are the best areas to live as a student in this Canadian city:

Flats for rent in Cité-Universitaire

The main campus of the most important university in Quebec, Laval University, is a bit far from the city centre, more specifically in the Cité-Universitaire neighbourhood. Young people who want to live near the campus and be able to enjoy all it has to offer easily, choose this neighbourhood to live in. Thanks to that, it tends to have a very lively atmosphere. Another advantage is that it has very good public transportation connections with the rest of the city, so you’ll be able to get everywhere easily in your free time.

Apartments in Sillery

Sillery is a neighbourhood that offers many conveniences for students. On the one hand, it’s located very close to Laval University, so there’s very easy access to it. On the other hand, it has a large amount of green areas to enjoy, such as the Samuel-de-Champlain Promenade of 4 kilometres along the Saint Lawrence River. In Sillery, there are also a variety of cafes, bistros and boutiques that are frequented by young people.

Rooms for rent in Saint-Jean-Baptiste

This neighbourhood belongs to the centre of Quebec and has a lively atmosphere that combines historic buildings and modern shops. It has a bohemian vibe in many of its streets, where you’ll find a large number of bars and pubs with live music. From here, there are good public transportation connections with the rest of the city and you can reach the historic centre of Quebec in a short time on foot or by bicycle.

Student accommodation near Université Laval

This is one of the most prestigious universities in the city, and its main campus is located in the neighbourhood called Cité-Universitaire (University City). Students looking for housing near that campus often consider that neighbourhood and others such as Sainte-Foy and Saint-Roch.

Student residences in Quebec

The most common type of student residence in Quebec is a university student hall, the ones that belong to each of the universities. In them, the type of accommodation that is usually offered to international students is that of rooms in an apartment shared between several students, where the common areas (such as the bathroom, kitchen and living room) are shared among all those who live there.

Pay attention to the cost of the residences, since in many of them it’s mandatory to purchase a “Meal Plan” that covers your entire stay.

Frequently asked questions about studying in Quebec

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