{"id":43218,"date":"2023-07-06T13:49:14","date_gmt":"2023-07-06T20:49:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/?p=43218"},"modified":"2024-05-15T15:52:29","modified_gmt":"2024-05-15T22:52:29","slug":"the-best-off-campus-housing-at-the-university-of-calgary","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/renters\/the-best-off-campus-housing-at-the-university-of-calgary\/","title":{"rendered":"The best off campus housing at the University of Calgary"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>If you happen to be one of the more than 35,000 students attending the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucalgary.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">University of Calgary<\/a> each year, there&#8217;s a good chance you&#8217;re also on the lookout for off campus housing to rent. There are plenty of off- and on-campus housing options available directly through the university itself, but many students will still need to search for a place to rent on their own as residences at the University of Calgary, often referred to as simply U of C by students and alumni, tend to fill up and have lengthy waitlists due to increased demand. This guide from <a aria-label=\" liv.rent (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">liv.rent<\/a>, Canada&#8217;s safest all-in-one rental platform, was designed to help students navigate their search for off-campus housing safely, with tips for everything from the best neighbourhoods near campus, to searching for listings from abroad. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<br> \n\n<style> \n.background-renter-cta-perfect-home { \n  text-align: center; \n  color: #303030; \n  font-family: 'Inter', sans-serif; \n  font-size: 24px; \n} \n\n.cta-block-renter-cta-perfect-home p{ \n  font-family: 'Inter', sans-serif; \n  color: #303030;  \n  font-weight: 400; \n  text-align: center;  \n  font-size: 16px; \n} \n\n.cta-block-renter-cta-perfect-home { \n  background-color: #F5F5F5; \n  border-radius: 16px; \n  padding: 30px; \n  text-align: center; \n  margin: 20px 0px; \n} \n\n.button-renter-cta-perfect-home { \n  margin-top: 20px; \n  padding: 12px 16px; \n  background: #1D415E; \n  border: 0px solid white; \n  box-shadow: 0px 6px 8px -2px rgba(29, 66, 94, 0.4), 0px 12px 16px rgba(32, 121, 193, 0.15); \n  border-radius: 6px; \n  cursor: pointer; \n  font-family: 'Inter'; \n  font-style: normal; \n  font-weight: 600; \n  font-size: 14px; \n  line-height: 16px; \n  text-align: center; \n  color: #FFFFFF; \n} \n<\/style> \n<div class=\"background-renter-cta-perfect-home cta-block-renter-cta-perfect-home\"> \n<h3><strong>Rent your perfect home with liv.rent<\/strong><\/h3> \n\n<p>Search houses, rooms, condos and apartments for rent. Chat instantly with verified landlords. Apply to multiple listings. Save your chat history &#038; signed documents all on one platform.<\/p> \n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/renters\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><button id=\"button-renter-cta-perfect-home\" class=\"button-renter-cta-perfect-home\">Sign Up For Free<\/button><\/a> \n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<br><h2 id=\"off-campus\">University of Calgary off campus housing overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<br><h3 style=\"color: #fe5f55\">Types of accommodation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In Calgary, these are the typical types of rental properties that are available to rent:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/rental-listings\/city\/calgary?unit_types=SINGLE&amp;page=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Individual rooms in units<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/rental-listings\/city\/calgary?page=1&amp;bedroom_count=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Studios<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/rental-listings\/city\/calgary?page=1&amp;bedroom_count=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">One-bedroom units<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/rental-listings\/city\/calgary?page=1&amp;bedroom_count=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Two-bedroom units<\/a> <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/rental-listings\/city\/calgary?page=1&amp;housing_types=HOUSE&amp;unit_types=ENTIRE&amp;unit_types=PARTIAL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Entire houses<\/a> <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>There are also houses, laneway homes, and townhomes for rent with varying numbers of bedrooms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Students will likely either live on their own or with roommates. Even though Calgary&#8217;s rental rates are significantly lower than average prices in cities like <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/rental-listings\/city\/vancouver\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Vancouver<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/rental-listings\/city\/toronto\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Toronto<\/a>, many U of C students will still find themselves living in <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/rental-listings\/city\/calgary?unit_types=SINGLE&amp;page=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">shared accommodations<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"border: 2px solid lightcoral; text-align: center; margin: 30px 0; padding: 20px; color: #BD8D7C;\">\n<p style=\"font-size: 16px;margin: 0;\"><b>Read more:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/rental-laws\/faq-everything-you-need-to-know-about-rent-deposits-in-alberta\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">FAQ: Everything you need to know about rent deposits in Alberta<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 style=\"color: #7494ac\">Looking for a place to share<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking for a room in a shared space with other students, then your first place to check should be <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/rental-listings\/city\/calgary?unit_types=SINGLE&amp;page=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">liv.rent&#8217;s listings<\/a>. You can use the convenient map tool to find a place that&#8217;s close to campus, using the search filter &#8220;Room&#8221; under &#8220;Housing Type&#8221; to look at all the available places in the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<br>\n<style>\n.background-downloadable-roommate-agreement {\n  text-align: center;\n  color: #303030;\n  font-family: 'Inter', sans-serif;\n  font-size: 24px;\n}\n\n.cta-block-downloadable-roommate-agreement p{\n  font-family: 'Inter', sans-serif;\n  color: #303030; \n  font-weight: 400;\n  text-align: center; \n  font-size: 16px;\n}\n\n.cta-block-downloadable-roommate-agreement {\n  background-color: #F5F5F5;\n  border-radius: 16px;\n  padding: 30px;\n  text-align: center;\n  margin: 20px 0px;\n}\n.button-downloadable-roommate-agreement {\n  margin-top: 20px;\n  padding: 12px 16px;\n  background: #1D415E;\n  border: 0px solid white;\n  box-shadow: 0px 6px 8px -2px rgba(29, 66, 94, 0.4), 0px 12px 16px rgba(32, 121, 193, 0.15);\n  border-radius: 6px;\n  cursor: pointer;\n  \n  font-family: 'Inter';\n  font-style: normal;\n  font-weight: 600;\n  font-size: 14px;\n  line-height: 16px;\n  text-align: center;\n  color: #FFFFFF;\n\n}\n  \n<\/style>\n\n<div class=\"background-downloadable-roommate-agreement cta-block-downloadable-roommate-agreement\">\n<h3><strong>Free Roommate Agreement Template<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<p>Download this free roommate agreement template.<\/p>\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/2020-06-08_Roommate-Agreement_Final_Interactive.pdf.zip\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><button id=\"downloadable-roommate-agreement\" class=\"button-downloadable-roommate-agreement\">Download Template<\/button><\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<Br><h4 style=\"color: #7494ac\">Looking for a roommate <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Students living in off campus housing at the University of Calgary looking for roommates can post their available rooms for rent on liv.rent <a aria-label=\"advertise for free (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/landlords.liv.rent\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">for free<\/a>. Plus, the 100% digital platform means that you can connect with a roommate safely and easily, entirely online. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<br><h3 style=\"color: #fe5f55\">Average rent in Calgary<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are the average rental prices for Calgary&#8217;s different neighbourhoods as of May 2024. For the latest numbers as well as more statistics and figures for Calgary&#8217;s different residential quadrants, be sure to check out our <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/category\/rent-reports\/alberta\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">latest rent report<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"529\" src=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/RentReport_Alberta_2024_May_Calgary-Blog-5-1024x529.jpg\" alt=\"average rent for unfurnished units by quadrant in Calgary, Alberta via the May 2024 liv rent report\" class=\"wp-image-56340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/RentReport_Alberta_2024_May_Calgary-Blog-5-980x506.jpg 980w, https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/RentReport_Alberta_2024_May_Calgary-Blog-5-480x248.jpg 480w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 0px) and (max-width: 480px) 480px, (min-width: 481px) and (max-width: 980px) 980px, (min-width: 981px) 1024px, 100vw\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"border: 2px solid lightcoral; text-align: center; margin: 30px 0; padding: 20px; color: #BD8D7C;\">\n<p style=\"font-size: 16px;margin: 0;\"><b>Read more:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/rent-reports\/alberta\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Latest rental averages in Calgary<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<br><h3 style=\"color: #fe5f55\">Calgary transportation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For the most part, Calgary&#8217;s transit system is how most students living off-campus will travel to &amp; from their classes. Thankfully, the city has an excellent public transit network made up of plenty of bus routes, as well as the C-Train Light Railway Transit system, both run by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.calgarytransit.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Calgary Transit<\/a>. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucalgary.ca\/ancillary\/parking\/upass\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">UPass<\/a>, the University of Calgary&#8217;s monthly student transit pass, is included in students&#8217; fees and provides access to both the bus and C-Train networks. Planning your morning commute is also easy using Calgary Transit&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.calgarytransit.com\/content\/transit\/en\/home\/home.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Trip Planning<\/a> feature.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<br><h3 style=\"color: #fe5f55\">Neighbourhoods to consider<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, convenience isn&#8217;t always cheap and renters will often have to decide whether they&#8217;d prefer to pay a bit more each month for a short commute, or live a bit further afield for potential rent savings. Regardless of what you&#8217;d prefer, here are a few of the most popular Calgary neighbourhoods for students:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Varsity<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Parkdale<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Edgemont<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Silver Springs<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>University Heights<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<br><h3 style=\"color: #fe5f55\">Tips for saving on rent in Calgary<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Although Calgary renters may have it easier than students looking in one of Canada&#8217;s most expensive cities, like Vancuver or Toronto, the &#8220;student budget&#8221; is a very real thing, and expenses can pile up quickly while you&#8217;re busy studying. Teaming up with a roommate is a great way to cut down on your monthly rent payments, but here are some other tips and guides for saving on rent and making the most of your budget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Tip: <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"negotiate your rent (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/2021\/04\/how-to-negotiate-rent\/\" target=\"_blank\">negotiate your rent<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tip: <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"look for places with rental incentives (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/2021\/02\/rental-incentives-for-renters-in-vancouver-and-toronto\/\" target=\"_blank\">look for places with rental incentives<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a aria-label=\"8 Tips To Save On Rent In Vancouver (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/2018\/09\/8-tips-to-save-on-rent\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">8 Tips To Save On Rent<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/2021\/04\/7-smart-ways-to-save-on-rent-in-toronto\/\" target=\"_blank\">Smart ways to save on rent in a big city<\/a> <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"Renter\u2019s Guide To Getting A Bigger Tax Return (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/2021\/03\/renters-guide-to-getting-a-bigger-tax-return-with-taxback\/\" target=\"_blank\">Renter\u2019s Guide To Getting A Bigger Tax Return<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 style=\"color: #fe5f55\">Best student housing options off-campus in Calgary<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Using liv.rent to search for your off-campus home is perfect for University of Calgary students who can rent safely and securely from <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/livrent\/rental-verification-process\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">verified landlords<\/a> and listings, sidestepping any <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/livrent\/rental-verification-process\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">scammers<\/a>. Here&#8217;s where to look for the best student off-campus housing for U of C students in Vancouver:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Off-campus <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/rental-listings\/city\/calgary?unit_types=SINGLE&amp;page=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">rooms for rent in Calgary<\/a> <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Off-campus <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/rental-listings\/city\/calgary?page=1&amp;bedroom_count=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">studios for rent in Calgary<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Off-campus <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/rental-listings\/city\/calgary?page=1&amp;bedroom_count=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">one-bedrooms for rent in Calgary<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Off-campus <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/rental-listings\/city\/calgary?page=1&amp;bedroom_count=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">two-bedrooms for rent in Calgary<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Off-campus <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/rental-listings\/city\/calgary?page=1&amp;housing_types=HOUSE&amp;unit_types=ENTIRE&amp;unit_types=PARTIAL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">houses for rent in Calgary<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<br><h2 id=\"neighbourhoods\">Best neighbourhoods to rent off campus housing near the University of Calgary<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<br><h3 style=\"color: #fe5f55\">Varsity<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Varsity is located in Calgary&#8217;s Northwest quadrant, with a scenic location on a plateau just north of the Bow River Valley. Malls, parks, and much more are all well within reach in this conveniently located part of town, and best of all, the University of Calgary is just a short trip away by car, bus, or even walking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 style=\"color: #7494ac\">Types of accommodation in Varsity<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Varsity is largely made up of single-family detached homes, townhouses, and other smaller residences, though there are plenty of mid-sized apartment buildings as well to accommodate students in particular.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 style=\"color: #7494ac\">Average monthly rent in Northwest Calgary<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>One-bedroom unit \u2014 $1,631<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Two-bedroom unit \u2014  $1,996<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Three-bedroom unit \u2014  $2,610<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><em>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/rent-reports\/alberta\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">liv.rent<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 style=\"color: #7494ac\">Transportation in Varsity<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Estimated commute to campus: 5 to 15 minutes<br><\/strong>Students living in off campus housing in the Varsity neighbourhood will enjoy a quick &amp; easy commute to the University of Calgary campus, as the neighbourhood is just a 5-minute drive from campus, or about 15-20 minutes by bus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 style=\"color: #7494ac\">Varsity amenities<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>As the neighbourhood is so close to U of C, renters can make full use of the university&#8217;s facilities. One of the city&#8217;s largest shopping centres, Market Mall, is also nearby, as well as Foothills Park and McMahon Stadium for recreational use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 style=\"color: #fe5f55\">Parkdale<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Also in Calgary&#8217;s Northwest quadrant, Parkdale is close to the city&#8217;s downtown area with a lively feel that makes it a popular place for residents of all ages, but especially students at the University of Calgary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 style=\"color: #7494ac\">Types of accommodation in Parkdale<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Detached and semi-detached homes are the most common form of housing in Parkdale, but there have also been an assortment of newer apartment buildings added to the neighbourhood in more recent times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 style=\"color: #7494ac\">Average monthly rent in Northwest Calgary<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>One-bedroom unit \u2014 $1,631<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Two-bedroom unit \u2014  $1,996<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Three-bedroom unit \u2014  $2,610<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><em>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/rent-reports\/alberta\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">liv.rent<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 style=\"color: #7494ac\">Transportation in Parkdale<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Estimated commute to campus: 5 to 20 minutes<\/strong><br>It&#8217;s a short 5-10 minute drive from Parkdale to the University of Calgary, and the 9, 90, and 104 buses are all capable of taking you to campus in about 15-20 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 style=\"color: #7494ac\">Parkdale amenities<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Parkdale is close to the Bow and Elbow Rivers and all the many trails along their shores, and it&#8217;s also a short drive to popular shopping centres like the Market Mall, as well as green spaces like Foothills Park.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 style=\"color: #fe5f55\">Edgemont<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>One of Calgary&#8217;s largest and most popular residential neighbourhoods, Edgemont is also located in Northwest Calgary and is known as a quiet and community-focused area with excellent views and easy access to all sorts of urban amenities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 style=\"color: #7494ac\">Types of accommodation in Edgemont<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Most of the accommodation in Edgemont consists of single-family homes and townhouses along the expansive residential streets, though there are some smaller and mid-sized apartment buildings throughout as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 style=\"color: #7494ac\">Average monthly rent in Northwest Calgary<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>One-bedroom unit \u2014 $1,631<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Two-bedroom unit \u2014  $1,996<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Three-bedroom unit \u2014  $2,610<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><em>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/rent-reports\/alberta\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">liv.rent<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 style=\"color: #7494ac\">Transportation in Edgemont<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Estimated commute to campus: <\/strong>10<strong> to 30 minutes<\/strong><br>Edgemont is slightly further out from campus than our other picks, but is still just a 30-35 minute trip by bus, or about a 10 to 15 minute drive for students who have access to a vehicle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 style=\"color: #7494ac\">Edgemont amenities<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Edgemont has plenty to do for renters of all ages, including families. Trails, skating rinks, parks, and tennis courts are plentiful in this diverse neighbourhood and there are all sorts of shops and services scattered throughout the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<br><h3 style=\"color: #fe5f55\">Silver Springs<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Scenic and ideal for families or renters seeking a more tranquil neighbourhood for quiet studying, Silver Springs is known for its quaint feel and idyllic, tree-lined streets. The area is also located in Northwest Calgary, and is bound by trails and rivers on all sides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 style=\"color: #7494ac\">Types of accommodation in Silver Springs<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>There is a good mix of newly built condos, older apartment buildings, and single-family dwellings in this neighbourhood.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 style=\"Color: #7494ac\">Average monthly rent in Silver Springs<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>One-bedroom unit \u2014 $1,631<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Two-bedroom unit \u2014  $1,996<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Three-bedroom unit \u2014  $2,610<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><em>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/rent-reports\/alberta\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">liv.rent<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 style=\"color: #7494ac\">Transportation in Silver Springs<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Estimated commute to campus:<\/strong> 10-40 minutes<br>Silver Springs is a brief 5-10 minute drive the University of Calgary, but takes slightly longer to access by bus and\/or LRT. Still, depending on connections, it&#8217;s only about a 30-40 minute trip.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 style=\"Color: #7494ac\">Silver Springs amenities<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Silver Springs has everything students will need within its borders, including grocery stores, walking &amp; biking paths, lush parks, shops, services, and much more.<span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" class=\"popup-trigger\"><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<Br><h3 style=\"color: #fe5f55\">University Heights<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Just adjacent to the University of Calgary, University Heights is one of the more popular student neighbourhoods as a result of its excellent location surrounded by green spaces, hospitals, and the university&#8217;s campus itself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 style=\"color: #7494ac\">Types of accommodation in University Heights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>University Heights caters to both students and healthcare professionals, who make up the majority of the neighbourhood&#8217;s population. Houses range from larger single-family detached residences to townhomes and apartment complexes for students.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 style=\"color: #7494ac\">Average monthly rent in Northwest Calgary<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>One-bedroom unit \u2014 $1,631<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Two-bedroom unit \u2014  $1,996<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Three-bedroom unit \u2014  $2,610<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><em>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/rent-reports\/alberta\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">liv.rent<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 style=\"color: #7494ac\">Transportation in University Heights<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Estimated commute to campus:<\/strong> <strong>5 to 15 minutes<\/strong><br>Best of all, University Heights residents will almost never need to worry about how they&#8217;ll get to campus. Whether you walk, drive, or take the bus, it&#8217;s only about a 5 minute trip to the University of Calgary, up to 15 minutes depending on where in the neighbourhood you&#8217;re located.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 style=\"color: #7494ac\">University Heights amenities<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Both Market Mall and North Hill Centre are nearby for shopping options, and there are all sorts of stadiums and athletic facilities well within range of this uniquely positioned neighbourhood<\/p>\n\n\n\n<br><h2 id=\"tips\">Tips on how to find &amp; secure off-campus rental housing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<br><h3 style=\"color: #fe5f55\">How to avoid rental scams in Calgary<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Unfortunately, rental scams are growing more commonplace across Canada, but luckily, you can protect yourself. Know your <a aria-label=\"rights as a renter (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www2.gov.bc.ca\/gov\/content\/housing-tenancy\/residential-tenancies\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">rights as a renter<\/a> and use a trusted rental platform. Here are some of the most common scams to look out for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Scam&nbsp;#1&nbsp;Rent is too low<\/strong><br>If the rental rate seems shockingly below the <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/category\/rent-reports\/vancouver\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">rental average<\/a> for the city, it could be a fake listing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Scam #2&nbsp;Urgent&nbsp;demands for cash<\/strong><br>Renters don&#8217;t have to pay for anything until a lease is signed. So, if someone&#8217;s pressuring you to send cash now, don&#8217;t do it.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Scam #3&nbsp;Too&nbsp;much&nbsp;info<\/strong><br>Until you&#8217;re 100% ready to move forward with a lease, you&#8217;re not obligated to share your bank account or SIN number.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Scam #4&nbsp;Not enough details<\/strong><br>While some smaller landlords may withhold unit numbers for privacy, you should know the exact address of the unit you&#8217;re looking at. without that info, it could be a scam.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><em><strong>Pro tip: rent from <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/2019\/10\/verification-process\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">ID-verified landlords<\/a> on liv.rent to avoid scams.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"border: 2px solid lightcoral; text-align: center; margin: 30px 0; padding: 20px; color: #BD8D7C;\">\r\n<p style=\"font-size: 16px;margin: 0;\"><b> Read more:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/2019\/07\/how-to-protect-yourself-from-rental-scams-in-canada\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">How to protect yourself from rental scams in Canada\r\n<\/a><\/p>\r\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<br><h3 style=\"color: #fe5f55\">Be smart with your rental search<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Tip&nbsp;#1&nbsp;Know your needs<\/strong><br>List of your priorities: pricing, location, amenities, lease duration, pet policy, etc. Use liv.rent filters to narrow your search.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tip&nbsp;#2&nbsp;Do your research<\/strong><br>Find out the\u202faverage rent\u202fin&nbsp;your target&nbsp;area.&nbsp;It\u2019ll&nbsp;arm you with the necessary info to&nbsp;negotiate terms&nbsp;&amp;&nbsp;rates.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tip #3 Google the property<\/strong><br>See if there are any complaints online regarding building management, maintenance, noise, neighbourhood, etc.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tip&nbsp;#4&nbsp;View video tours first<\/strong><br>If possible, view\u202fvideo tours\u202ffirst.&nbsp;Then,&nbsp;narrow down your selection and book viewings only for places you\u2019re seriously considering.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<br><h3 style=\"color: #fe5f55\">Tips to improve your search<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Tip&nbsp;#1 Don\u2019t be afraid to check<\/strong><br>Have the landlord&nbsp;demonstrate that all appliances are working&nbsp;\u2013 run faucets, check thermostats, flush toilets,&nbsp;turn on stoves, etc. Also, check cellphone reception.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tip&nbsp;#2<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>View in daylight<\/strong><br>Viewing a home in daylight will give you a better sense of the living space.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tip&nbsp;#3&nbsp;Prepare&nbsp;questions<\/strong><br>And&nbsp;ask the hard questions (e.g.&nbsp;how much interest&nbsp;have you&nbsp;had for this unit)&nbsp;to uncover info not in the listing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"border: 2px solid lightcoral; text-align: center; margin: 30px 0; padding: 20px; color: #BD8D7C;\">\r\n<p style=\"font-size: 16px;margin: 0;\"><b> Read more:<\/b> <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/2021\/07\/liv-rent-user-guide-for-renters\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Ultimate Renter\u2019s Guide To Using liv.rent\r\n\r\n\r\n<\/a><\/p>\r\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<br><h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" style=\"color: #fe5f55\">Stand out when you apply for your rental<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Completing your <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/2021\/07\/liv-rent-user-guide-for-renters\/#profile\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\">liv.rent profile<\/a>, or renter&#8217;s resume, is the easiest way to stand out. You can also go the extra mile and pre-submit your application before your viewing if you&#8217;re pretty sure you want to rent the unit.  By introducing yourself&nbsp;upfront,&nbsp;it shows&nbsp;that&nbsp;you\u2019re serious&nbsp;about the unit&nbsp;\u2013 leaving&nbsp;a strong impression on your landlord.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\"><em><strong>Pro tip: on liv.rent, we use the <a aria-label=\"Liv Score\u2122 (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/2019\/10\/liv-score-updated\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Trust Score<\/a> to rate renters&#8217; trustworthiness and reliability \u2014 it&#8217;s free for students to get theirs with their profile!<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<br><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"abroad\">How to secure a rental before arriving in Canada <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s easy for University of Calgary students who aren&#8217;t yet in the province, or even in the country yet, to find and rent off campus housing safely and securely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you have filled out your liv.rent profile completely, you can use it to apply to listings on our platform.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In your profile, you can select whether you are a first-time renter and whether or not you have a Canadian credit history yet. That way, a landlord can accurately assess your profile and help you secure a rental without having references or a <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/renters\/what-kind-of-credit-score-do-you-need-to-rent-an-apartment\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">credit score in Canada<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><strong><em>For more on how you can browse <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/rental-listings\/city\/calgary\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">listings in Calgary<\/a> from anywhere in the world, you can check out this step-by-step guide we&#8217;ve put together.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"liv.rent Basics - How To Search For Listings\" width=\"1080\" height=\"608\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/IDXc-fECwXs?feature=oembed&#038;enablejsapi=1&#038;origin=https:\/\/liv.rent\"  allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<br><h2 id=\"resources\">Student resources<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>liv.rent has a ton of resources for students renting in Calgary. Whether you&#8217;re moving to Alberta from abroad, or ust from out of province, there are unique tenancy laws &amp; practices to study up on in order to protect yourself throughout the rental process and ensure you&#8217;re getting a fair deal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Check out our guides on everything from renting and leases to tenants&#8217; rights and relationships with landlords.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/rental-laws\/faq-everything-you-need-to-know-about-rent-deposits-in-alberta\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Everything you need to know about rent deposits in Alberta<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/rent-reports\/alberta\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">The latest Alberta Rent Report<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\"What Information is a Landlord Allowed to Ask For? (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/2020\/01\/landlord-tenant-information-privacy\/\" target=\"_blank\">What Information is a Landlord Allowed to Ask For?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/rental-laws\/faq-landlord-tenant-responsibilities-in-alberta\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">FAQ: Landlord &amp; tenant responsibilities in Alberta<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/renters\/how-to-protect-yourself-from-rental-scams-in-canada\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to avoid rental scams<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<br><h2 id=\"faq\">FAQ: Off campus housing at the University of Calgary<\/h2>\n\n\n\t\t<section\t\thelp class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card    \"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<h2>Where do students from the University of Calgary live?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sc_fs_faq__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p>While many U of C students live in on-campus residences, the majority reside in off-campus housing, particularly in the Northwest quadrant of the city. This guide should provide an overview of the most popular and most convenient student neighbourhoods in Calgary.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section\t\thelp class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card    \"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<h2>How much does housing cost at the University of Calgary?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sc_fs_faq__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p>Rates for on-campus housing vary greatly from year-to-year, and depending on which residence building you&#8217;re located in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For the most up-to-date numbers, it&#8217;s always best to check out the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucalgary.ca\/ancillary\/residence\/live-us\/places-live\/rates-2022-2023\/rates-2023-2024\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">University of Calgary&#8217;s official information<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section\t\thelp class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card    \"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<h2>What neighbourhood is the University of Calgary in?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sc_fs_faq__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p>The University of Calgary is just south of the Varsity neighbourhood in Northwest Calgary, which we featured in this guide. <\/p>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<section\t\thelp class=\"sc_fs_faq sc_card    \"\n\t\t\t\t>\n\t\t\t\t<h2>Is Calgary expensive for students?<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"sc_fs_faq__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\n\n<p>While <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/rent-reports\/may-2023-calgary-edmonton-rent-report\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">rent prices<\/a> are costlier than in other parts of the country, Calgary is still far cheaper than Canadian cities such as Vancouver and Toronto.<\/p>\n\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\n<script type=\"application\/ld+json\">\n\t{\n\t\t\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n\t\t\"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n\t\t\"mainEntity\": [\n\t\t\t\t\t{\n\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Question\",\n\t\t\t\t\"name\": \"Where do students from the University of Calgary live?\",\n\t\t\t\t\"acceptedAnswer\": {\n\t\t\t\t\t\"@type\": \"Answer\",\n\t\t\t\t\t\"text\": \"<p>While many U of C students live in on-campus residences, the majority reside in off-campus housing, particularly in the Northwest quadrant of the city. 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Experience the ease of digital applications &#038; contracts, verified tenants &#038; landlords, virtual tours and more \u2013 all on one platform. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/pricing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Sign up for free<\/a><\/strong> or <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/download\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> download the app<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p> \n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><button id=\"button-rethink-way-you-rent\" class=\"button-rethink-way-you-rent\">Learn More<\/button><\/a> \n\n<p style=\"color: #3E5B77\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/315027fd.sibforms.com\/serve\/MUIEALxBmw-zX8J7nIDbE8Y0GsbO2XD2wyS5o8IJ7wVaedytZTfE-Ysnf2unVSDuBMQ_DiIreTYMftk3u84zjN-NZ459-r4fafSVJmvHqufcCZsHOdl9YPdQlyNO_8e-aEyO3JswcwrjPcNt9Ll22P85SQ6zAIiqlLhL9S2Es9edJgfjg0307yN6DptRbjGnHobRqNlUNRLczWrl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Subscribe<\/a><\/strong> to receive the latest tenant &#038; landlord tips and get notified about changes in the Canadian rental market.\n<\/p> \n\n<p style=\"color: #3E5B77\"><strong>>> Stay up-to-date on the average rent in Vancouver, Toronto and Montreal: <\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/rent-reports\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Rent Reports<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you happen to be one of the more than 35,000 students attending the University of Calgary each year, there&#8217;s a good chance you&#8217;re also on the lookout for off campus housing to rent. 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