{"id":45090,"date":"2023-11-15T15:20:09","date_gmt":"2023-11-15T23:20:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/?p=45090"},"modified":"2025-07-09T14:03:50","modified_gmt":"2025-07-09T21:03:50","slug":"best-off-campus-housing-at-the-university-of-alberta","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/renters\/find\/best-off-campus-housing-at-the-university-of-alberta\/","title":{"rendered":"The best off campus housing at the University of Alberta"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The University of Alberta is Canada&#8217;s fifth-largest public research university and one of the largest schools in the province, welcoming approximately 41,000 students each year across its five distinct campus locations. If you&#8217;re one of the students attending the University of Alberta in the coming semester, chances are you&#8217;ll need to look for off campus housing. Residence is primarily offered for first-year students at U of A, meaning that upper-year students will need to <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/rental-listings\/city\/edmonton\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">search for rentals<\/a> in the city of Edmonton before the start of the semester. This handy 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 at the University of Alberta safely, with tips for everything from the best neighbourhoods to searching for listings from abroad. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/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 Alberta off campus housing overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<br><h3 style=\"color: #fe5f55\">Types of accommodation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In Edmonton, 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\/edmonton?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\/edmonton?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\/edmonton?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\/edmonton?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\/edmonton?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 Edmonton&#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 A students will still find themselves living in <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/rental-listings\/city\/edmonton?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;\">\r\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>\r\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\/edmonton?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 Alberta 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 Edmonton<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are the average rental prices for Edmonton&#8217;s different sectors as of May 2024. For the latest numbers as well as more statistics and figures for Edmonton&#8217;s different residential areas, 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=\"589\" src=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/RentReport_Alberta_2024_May_Edmonton-Blog-5-1024x589.jpg\" alt=\"average rent for furnished units by quadrant in Edmonton, Alberta via the May 2024 liv rent report\" class=\"wp-image-56335\" srcset=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/RentReport_Alberta_2024_May_Edmonton-Blog-5-980x564.jpg 980w, https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/RentReport_Alberta_2024_May_Edmonton-Blog-5-480x276.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 Edmonton<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<br><h3 style=\"color: #fe5f55\">Edmonton transportation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.edmonton.ca\/edmonton-transit-system-ets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Edmonton Transit Service (ETS)<\/a> is an efficient and cost-effective way for students to get around the city, consisting of both buses and a light rail system. Included in tuition fees, the University of Alberta provides eligible students with a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ualberta.ca\/current-students\/upass.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Universal Transit Pass (U-Pass)<\/a>, giving them unlimited access to the city&#8217;s excellent transportation network. The ETS has a convenient <a href=\"https:\/\/www.edmonton.ca\/edmonton-transit-system-ets\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Trip Planner<\/a> feature that U of A students can use to map out their commute and any other trips they need to make within the city and around the region. <\/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 neighbourhoods for University of Alberta students to look for <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/rental-listings\/city\/edmonton\/university-of-alberta\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">off campus housing<\/a>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Garneau<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strathcona<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Allendale<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Parkallen<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ritchie<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<br><h3 style=\"color: #fe5f55\">Tips for saving on rent in Edmonton<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Although Edmonton renters will be glad to hear that the city has much cheaper rental prices than Canada&#8217;s most expensive cities, like Vancouver, Toronto, and even Calgary, 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 reduce 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 Edmonton<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Using liv.rent to search for your off-campus home is perfect for University of Alberta 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 A students in Edmonton:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Off-campus <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/rental-listings\/city\/edmonton?unit_types=SINGLE&amp;page=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">rooms for rent in Edmonton<\/a> <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Off-campus <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/rental-listings\/city\/edmonton?page=1&amp;bedroom_count=0\">studios for rent in Edmonton<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Off-campus <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/rental-listings\/city\/edmonton?page=1&amp;bedroom_count=1\">one-bedroom units for rent in Edmonton<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Off-campus <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/rental-listings\/city\/edmonton?page=1&amp;bedroom_count=2\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">two-bedroom units for rent in Edmonton<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Off-campus <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/rental-listings\/city\/edmonton?page=1&amp;housing_types=HOUSE&amp;unit_types=ENTIRE&amp;unit_types=PARTIAL\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">houses for rent in Edmonton<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<br><h2 id=\"neighbourhoods\">Best neighbourhoods to rent off campus housing near the University of Alberta<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<br><h3 style=\"color: #fe5f55\">Garneau<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Garneau might be one of Edmonton&#8217;s most historic neighbourhoods, but it has a ton to offer modern students. Located just east of the University of Alberta, the area has a ton of student-friendly housing options including mid- and high-rise apartment buildings and a scenic location overlooking the North Saskatchewan River Valley. The central positioning of this exceedingly appealing neighbourhood also makes it easy to get to Downtown Edmonton and other areas of the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 style=\"color: #7494ac\">Types of accommodation in Garneau<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Garneau&#8217;s housing supply is largely catered to the area&#8217;s student population with a wide selection of large and small apartment and condo buildings plus older multi-bedroom houses that are great for sharing with a roommate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 style=\"color: #7494ac\">Average monthly rent in Garneau<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>One-bedroom unit \u2014 $1,195<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Two-bedroom unit \u2014  $1,310<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Three-bedroom unit \u2014  $1,846<\/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 Garneau<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Estimated commute to campus: 5 to 10 minutes<br><\/strong>The best part about living in <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/rental-listings\/city\/edmonton\/university-of-alberta\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">off campus housing<\/a> in the Garneau neighbourhood is how quick &amp; easy it is to get to the University of Alberta campus. Depending on where in the area you live, you likely won&#8217;t even need the bus to get to class \u2013 but if you do, the 002 bus has a stop close by.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 style=\"color: #7494ac\">Garneau amenities<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Just walking around Garneau as the storied neighbourhood is full of old character houses and has a unique old-timey feel and plenty of historic sites to take in. Kinsmen Park and the Kinsmen Sport Centre are nearby, as well as the John Walter Museum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 style=\"color: #fe5f55\">Strathcona<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This vibrant area was once the centre of the former city of Strathcona, and its namesake neighbourhood preserves much of the historical charm while also offering U of A students a well-rounded place for <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/rental-listings\/city\/edmonton\/university-of-alberta\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">off campus housing<\/a>. Close to campus and containing some of Edmonton&#8217;s most popular streets, the exciting and diverse area is a student&#8217;s dream.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 style=\"color: #7494ac\">Types of accommodation in Strathcona<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Low-rise apartment buildings, the majority of which are rented, make up nearly half of Strathcona&#8217;s housing supply, while there is also a good portion of high-rise condominiums and other forms of housing like duplexes and townhomes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 style=\"color: #7494ac\">Average monthly rent in Northwest Edmonton<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>One-bedroom unit \u2014 $1,195<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Two-bedroom unit \u2014  $1,310<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Three-bedroom unit \u2014  $1,846<\/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 Strathcona<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Estimated commute to campus: 5 to 20 minutes<\/strong><br>Strathcona is a large neighbourhood, so the exact time it takes to commute to campus varies based on where you&#8217;re renting. From its centre, renters can expect about a 20-25 minute walk to U of A, or about a 15 minute trip by either the 004 or 008 buses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 style=\"color: #7494ac\">Strathcona amenities<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>There&#8217;s no shortage of things to do in the exciting Strathcona neighbourhood. Students can enjoy the many restaurants, shops, and bars along Whyte Avenue, as well as taking in a show at one of the area&#8217;s theatres or picking up some dinner supplies at the year-round Old Strathcona Farmers&#8217; Market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 style=\"color: #fe5f55\">Allendale<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Allendale is a smaller, primarily residential neighbourhood located southeast of the U of A campus. The area is known to offer a community-focused feel combining a quaint charm with urban convenience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 style=\"color: #7494ac\">Types of accommodation in Allendale<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Allendale is ideal for student renters seeking a little extra space in a quiet, laid-back locale. Approximately 70% of the neighbourhood&#8217;s housing supply are single-family residences with only about 15% being low-rise apartments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 style=\"color: #7494ac\">Average monthly rent in Northwest Edmonton<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>One-bedroom unit \u2014 $1,195<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Two-bedroom unit \u2014  $1,310<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Three-bedroom unit \u2014  $1,846<\/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 Allendale<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Estimated commute to campus: <\/strong>10<strong> to 30 minutes<\/strong><br>Allendale is a little further removed from the University of Alberta campus, but students still won&#8217;t have to go far to get to classes. By car, it&#8217;s only about a 10-minute drive at most from the quaint neighbourhood, with the 009 and 701 buses both stopping close by.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 style=\"color: #7494ac\">Allendale amenities<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Allendale has a unique small town feel with many community-operated amenities for its residents to enjoy. The neighbourhood has public tennis courts, an outdoor rink, and a community hall that offers plenty of fun classes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<br><h3 style=\"color: #fe5f55\">Parkallen<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Just west of Allendale and east of the University of Alberta Farm, Parkallen is a largely residential area that&#8217;s well connected to the U of A campus and other urban amenities. Similar to Allendale, Parkallen is largely defined by its tight-knit, neighbourly vibe and small town charm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 style=\"color: #7494ac\">Types of accommodation in Parkallen<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Parkallen is almost entirely made up of single-family residences, which represent more than 80% of the neighbourhood&#8217;s housing supply. About a third of these homes are rented, so renters should have some options when it comes to finding a place to live.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 style=\"Color: #7494ac\">Average monthly rent in Parkallen<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>One-bedroom unit \u2014 $1,195<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Two-bedroom unit \u2014  $1,310<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Three-bedroom unit \u2014  $1,846<\/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 Parkallen<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Estimated commute to campus:<\/strong> 5-20 minutes<br>Though it can often feel like its own little world, Parkallen is surprisingly close to the University of Alberta campus. It&#8217;s a short trip up 113 Street to get to class, or renters can take the 004 bus and be there in about 10 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 style=\"Color: #7494ac\">Parkallen amenities<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Parkallen has a small but particularly active community who maintain amenities like an outdoor rink and community hall, plus nearby Violet Archer Park. The neighbourhood is also connected to the LRT through the South Campus\/Ford Edmonton Park Station. <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\" class=\"popup-trigger\"><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<Br><h3 style=\"color: #fe5f55\">Ritchie<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Ritchie is another excellent neighbourhood for University of Alberta students seeking <a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/rental-listings\/city\/edmonton\/university-of-alberta\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">off campus housing<\/a> as it provides a quiet, residential place to call home while also being close to the nightlife of Strathcona and Downtown Edmonton.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 style=\"color: #7494ac\">Types of accommodation in Ritchie<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Single-family dwellings make up the bulk of Ritchie&#8217;s housing supply, though about a third of the area is made up of rented apartments. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 style=\"color: #7494ac\">Average monthly rent in Ritchie<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>One-bedroom unit \u2014 $1,195<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Two-bedroom unit \u2014  $1,310<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Three-bedroom unit \u2014  $1,846<\/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 Ritchie<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Estimated commute to campus:<\/strong> <strong>10 to 25 minutes<\/strong><br>Ritchie residents live in one of Edmonton&#8217;s best-connected neighbourhoods, which makes getting to U of A a breeze. It&#8217;s just a short 10-15 minute drive to campus, or about 20 minutes by way of the 004 bus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 style=\"color: #7494ac\">Ritchie amenities<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Ritchie has a strong Community League that maintains both a hall and an outdoor rink in the neighbourhood. The area is also home to three schools and the community-based Ritchie Market, an innovative space that houses an assortment of local business including a butcher a restaurant, and a brewery.<\/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 Edmonton<\/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 Alberta 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\/edmonton\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">listings in Edmonton<\/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 Edmonton. 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\/rental-laws\/understanding-the-alberta-residential-tenancy-agreement\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Understanding the Alberta residential tenancy agreement<\/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<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<br> \n\n<style> \n\n.button-rethink-way-you-rent { \n  background-color: #3E5B77; \n  border: 5px #26425C; \n  color: white; \n  padding: 10px 30px; \n  text-align: center; \n  text-decoration: none; \n  display: inline-block; \n  font-size: 15px; \n  margin: 5px 0px 20px 0px; \n  cursor: pointer; \n} \n<\/style> \n\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-23097\" src=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Digital-Contracts-Cropped-2.gif\" alt=\"Find apartments &amp; houses for rent with the liv.rent app\" width=\"196\" height=\"370\" style=\"float:left;\"> \n\n<h3 style=\"color: #3E5B77;\">Rethink The Way You Rent<\/h3> \n\n<p>Not on <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/liv.rent\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">liv.rent<\/a><\/strong> yet? 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>The University of Alberta is Canada&#8217;s fifth-largest public research university and one of the largest schools in the province, welcoming approximately 41,000 students each year across its five distinct campus locations. 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