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Back To School Stress: Last Minute Rentals For Students

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Kristina Ikavalko

Kristina Ikavalko

Creative Content Writer at liv.rent

Published on August 23, 2019

Last updated on April 11th, 2023

So school is starting in a couple of weeks and your perfect roommate is not so perfect anymore, or has decided to live at home, or that spot in res you were counting on has fallen through. The panic sets in. Where will you live?  Liv.rent has some suggestions for all of you who are on the brink of student homelessness.

UBC Student Listings:

On Campus (Wesbrook Village)

This modern, furnished apartment is the perfect solution for 2 roommates who hate furniture shopping and appreciate convenience! A 20 minute walk to campus and 5 minute walk to Wesbrook village amenities, make this a highly sought after property.
To inquire about this place, click here.

Convenient Westbrook location, this spacious, modern apartment is close to classes, Save-on, Wesbrook community centre’s excellent gym and amenities and a BC Liquor Store.

To inquire about his place, click here.

UBC living at its best in this spacious two bedroom with a gorgeous mountain view. Two side-by-side parking spots included but no need for a car living this close to campus!
To inquire about his place, click here.
Dunbar
This spacious character home in Dunbar with in-suite laundry and spacious backyard, is perfect for up to 3 roommates. Located a 5 minute’s walk to a #41 bus stop, you’ll be on campus in minutes.
To inquire about this place, click here.
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SFU Student Listings:

Burnaby Mountain

Clean, compact living perfect for 2 SFU roommies with in suite laundry!

To inquire about this place, click here.

Luxurious living in the heart of campus. Parking spot included but no need for a car living this close to campus!

To inquire about this place, click here.

Burquitlam

Great Burquitlam location, open layout, and includes a parking spot, a large storage locker, and a bike storage unit.

To inquire about this place, click here.

Another great Burquitlam option, this one bedroom apartment features a 24 hour on-call professional maintenance team for all residents.

To inquire about this place, click here.

Lougheed Town Centre

Beautifully renovated suite, conveniently located a short walk from the Skytrain station.

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Beautiful 2 bed, 2 bath condo unit is perfect home up for 2 roommates!

To inquire about this place, click here.

Langara Student Listings:

Langara

The closest thing to on-campus housing, this spacious 2 bed, 2 bath home neighbours the campus and is ideal for 2-3 roommates!

To inquire about this place, click here.

Marine Gateway

Centrally located between Vancouver and Richmond, this modern, Marine Gateway home is just one Canada Line stop away from the Langara campus or a 25 minute walk.

To inquire about this place, click here.

Sunset/Knight Street

A little further away but well-priced, this 1 bed + Den, 1 bath home is 2 easy bus rides from campus (approx 25 minutes).
To inquire about this place, click here.

BCIT Student Listings:

Moscrop/Cascade Heights

Great home in Greentree Village, located closr to transit, parks, and BCIT. 

To inquire about this place, click here.

This duplex is looking to fill its top floor! All common areas are fully furnished, with newly-installed floors, laundry, and kitchen.

To inquire about this place, click here.

Kingsway/Beresford

Well priced, furnished modern apartment with contemporary furnishings ideal for BCIT roommates.

To inquire about this place, click here.

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