Fixed Term Rentals in Richmond, BC

Vancouver’s closest suburb to the south, Richmond is a multi-cultural mecca in the heart of British Columbia offering residents an impressive array of Asian cultural destinations and diverse shopping. Richmond is home to Vancouver International Airport as well as the International Buddhist Temple. Visit Asian shops and eateries in the Golden Village or enjoy a bike ride along the Fraser River followed by fish and chips in Steveston. Housing options include high-rise apartments, townhouses and single-family homes.

Finding fixed term rentals in Richmond requires research, communication with landlords & property managers, securing references, and signing a lease. All this can add up to a lengthy endeavour if you’re not familiar with how to find an apartment in Richmond. To help you get started, here is a guide with tips for renting in Richmond.

It’s slightly easier to find cheap rentals in Richmond compared to Vancouver, but renters may have a hard time finding apartments for rent under $1000. With that being said, to start your search, you can refer to this guide on the cheapest neighbourhoods for rent in Metro Vancouver for an idea of where to look.

In addition to choosing your location, it’s important to know what rental types are available in Richmond (e.g. 1 bedroom apartments, 2 bedroom apartments, 3 bedroom apartments, studio apartments) and the average rent for each property type. Refer below to figure out your options - ranging from furnished rentals and unfurnished rentals to long term rentals and short term rentals.

There are many rental property types you can choose from in Richmond.

In addition to choosing your property type, there are also specific rental types you can look into.

When you’re searching for fixed term rentals in Richmond, make sure to look at what amenities are offered. For instance, check to see if the rental includes utilities like air conditioning, cable and internet or features such as a dishwasher, parking, balcony and fridge.

Tip: When looking at listings on liv.rent, scroll down to the "Amenities" section to see what utilities and features are included with the rental.

Richmond offers many of the same benefits as Vancouver itself, with slightly cheaper rent prices on average compared to its neighbour. For those looking to rent near public transit, Richmond has an excellent network of buses and multiple SkyTrain stations located across the city.

For more information on what Richmond offers for renters, you can check out this guide on Richmond neighbourhoods.

Some of Richmond’s largest and most popular neighbourhoods are Richmond City Centre, Steveston, East Richmond, Burkeville, Bridgeport (a primarily industrial/business district), Terra Nova, and the seafront neighbourhood of Seafair (West Richmond). For more about Richmond’s individual neighbourhoods, you can consult this guide on Richmond neighbourhoods.

Some of the most well-loved landmarks in Richmond include its shoping centres (CF Richmond Centre, Parker Place Mall, Lansdowne Centre, Aberdeen Centre), Lulu Island, Sea Island, London Heritage Farm, Gulf of Georgia Cannery, Britannia Shipyard, Fraser River, and the Vancouver International Airport.

Search for condos, townhouses, rooms, and houses for rent in Richmond, BC on liv.rent. Finding fixed term rentals near you has never been easier. Filter your search by price range (great for finding cheap apartments for rent), unfurnished or furnished apartments for rent, pet-friendly rentals, availability, and housing type. Options range from studio apartments and suites for rent to 1 or 2 bedroom apartment and 3+ bedrooms for rent.

Our Richmond rental listings are updated in real-time and are current as of Sep 23, 2025.

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