Housing
Housing in Vancouver
If you're moving to Vancouver from elsewhere in Canada, the US, or overseas, you'll want to do some research about local housing options. Here's some information to help you get started.
Types of Accommodation
Please note that all rental prices listed are approximations specific to the city of Vancouver. Students comfortable with a longer commute to Regent may be interested in seeking housing in some of the Vancouver suburbs, such as Burnaby, Richmond, or New Westminster.
What to Look for as a Renter
We've compiled some tips for finding housing and advocating for yourself as a renter.
Regent Housing Resources
The Housing Database and Housing Forum allow Regent community members to share housing opportunities, including rental vacancies and space in shared accommodations.
Regent Housing Database
Regent doesn't have residences of its own, but we do have a Housing Database, which lists off-campus rental properties exclusively offered to Regent College students. These accommodations are posted by landlords who specifically want to rent to Regent students—sometimes at discounted rates! You'll need your Regent Login to access the database.
Note: All listings on Regent's Housing Database are subject to approval by Regent College. Regent College reserves the right to refuse or remove any posting from the housing database or housing forum it determines is unfit or deems inappropriate.
Housing Forum & Community Houses
This online Moodle forum contains shared housing opportunities or bedroom rentals, typically advertised by current students, staff, and faculty of Regent College. This is an excellent way to find roommates and learn about openings in community houses (shared housing with a group of students).
You can also post a housing need on the forum so that current students, staff, and faculty can contact you if a suitable housing opportunity opens up. You can subscribe to the Housing Forum and have new housing opportunities delivered straight to your email inbox! Current students also advertise summer sublets here at very affordable rates.
You'll need a Regent Login to access the Housing Forum.
Theology School Residences
These residence halls are operated by UBC and the other theological colleges on campus. You must contact these residence halls directly for more information. Space is limited, so apply as early as possible.
St. Andrew's Hall
6040 Iona Dr, Vancouver, BC V6T 2E8
604.822.9720
www.standrews.edu
- Accommodation: Studio apartments, 1- and 2-bedroom apartments, co-ed quads, and townhouses for families. Disabled-accessible apartments are available.
- Contract: At least 8 months for a September move-in; at least 4 months for a January move-in; Summer housing is May–August.
- Application: Apply online early, as there is no deadline.
- Waiting List: Exists on a year-to-year basis.
- Distance: 15-minute walk from Regent.
Carey Centre
5920 Iona Dr, Vancouver, BC V6T 1J6
604.225.5920
www.carey-edu.ca/ubc-student-residence/
- Accommodation: Single-occupancy, fully furnished rooms with en-suite bathrooms.
- Application: Apply online or by email ([email protected])—application deadline is in early April.
- Waiting List: Exists on a year-to-year basis. (They do accept late applications!)
- Distance: 15-minute walk from Regent.
More Housing Search Resources
Housing Co-ops
Housing co-ops are communities for people of all income levels. Generally, co-ops house families of low and moderate incomes. For more information, visit the Co-operative Housing Federation of BC.
Special Needs Housing
Visit the following websites to learn about accessible housing for students with disabilities.
Online Rental Listings
UBC housing resources:
- UV Rentsline or 604-714-4848
- UBC Housing
- UBC Graduate Housing
- University Marketplace
- Wesbrook Properties (student and family housing)
Classified pages of local newspapers:
Rental websites:
Your Rights as a Tenant
Students who are renting accommodations should familiarize themselves with legal issues around residential tenancy, including their rights as tenants. The Government of British Columbia publishes detailed information about these policies on its website; you may also find other local resources helpful in the event of uncertainty or conflict regarding rental housing.
Resources
Government of BC: Residential Tenancies – Main menu for provincial information about renting accommodation.
Government of BC: Tenancy Agreements – A tenancy agreement is a contract between a landlord and tenant. Landlords must prepare a written agreement for every tenancy.
Government of BC: Tenant Rights – An overview of tenants' legally-protected rights.
Government of BC: Contact the Residential Tenancy Branch – The Residential Tenancy Branch provides information, resources and dispute resolution services for tenants and landlords.
Tenant Resource & Advisory Centre – A non-profit organization that provides free legal education, representation, and advocacy on residential tenancy matters in British Columbia.
The Tenant Survival Guide – A great resource if you have questions about your rights or responsibilities as a tenant in the province of British Columbia.
