national student renters guide - sping/summer 2016

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RENTAL PROPERTIES NEAR UNIVERSITIES AND COLLEGES

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Our Effort Is For YouGreat Locations. Great Amenities. Great Student Living.

Close to Great UniversitiesALEXANDRIAN

53 Water Street North, Kitchener

1-844-202-9342

Located in the heart of downtown Kitchener and just a short distance to the University of Waterloo, Wilfred Laurier University and the School of Pharmacy. On major bus routes and near the Go Station, shopping and

all major amenities.

KITCHENER MANOR 169-175 Queen Street North, Kitchener

1-888-512-4418

Located only a short ride to downtown Kitchener, this building is in a beautiful area near ‘Center In The Square’, Kitchener Public Library,

lovely parks and freeway access. Students who have rented here are serious about their studies and enjoy how quiet the building and area is.

DUNDURN COURT

UPPER JAMES

285 Dundurn Street South, West Hamilton

631-633 Upper James Street, Hamilton Mountain

1-844-496-3338

1-877-469-5244

Located in a sought after residential area between Hamilton’s downtowncore and the West End of Hamilton. Just minutes to the West is

McMaster University and Columbia International College while allowingyou to enjoy all the perks of downtown nearby to the East.

Located just North of Fennell on Upper James with two, well-maintainedwalkups. Just a short walk to Mohawk College. Major bus routes,

Wal-Mart, banks, local restaurants and many other amenitiesconveniently nearby.

Near the University of Waterloo, Wilfred Laurier University& the School of Pharmacy

Near the University of Waterloo & Wilfred Laurier University

Near McMaster University & Columbia International College

Near Mohawk College, Fennell Campus

Availability online atwww.effortrentals.com

1-800-914-5998 | [email protected] Rentals

Our Effort Is For YouGreat Locations. Great Amenities. Great Student Living.

Close to Great UniversitiesALEXANDRIAN

53 Water Street North, Kitchener

1-844-202-9342

Located in the heart of downtown Kitchener and just a short distance to the University of Waterloo, Wilfred Laurier University and the School of Pharmacy. On major bus routes and near the Go Station, shopping and

all major amenities.

KITCHENER MANOR 169-175 Queen Street North, Kitchener

1-888-512-4418

Located only a short ride to downtown Kitchener, this building is in a beautiful area near ‘Center In The Square’, Kitchener Public Library,

lovely parks and freeway access. Students who have rented here are serious about their studies and enjoy how quiet the building and area is.

DUNDURN COURT

UPPER JAMES

285 Dundurn Street South, West Hamilton

631-633 Upper James Street, Hamilton Mountain

1-844-496-3338

1-877-469-5244

Located in a sought after residential area between Hamilton’s downtowncore and the West End of Hamilton. Just minutes to the West is

McMaster University and Columbia International College while allowingyou to enjoy all the perks of downtown nearby to the East.

Located just North of Fennell on Upper James with two, well-maintainedwalkups. Just a short walk to Mohawk College. Major bus routes,

Wal-Mart, banks, local restaurants and many other amenitiesconveniently nearby.

Near the University of Waterloo, Wilfred Laurier University& the School of Pharmacy

Near the University of Waterloo & Wilfred Laurier University

Near McMaster University & Columbia International College

Near Mohawk College, Fennell Campus

RENT NOW RENT NOW EXCEPTIONAL RENTAL LIVING IN ERIN MILLS

RENTS FROM THE LOW $1,300s*

• Studio, one bedroom, one bedroom + den and two bedroom rental suites available

• Breathtaking lake & city views• 9’ ceiling heights • In-suite laundry

• Stainless steel kitchen appliances • Air conditioning • Private balconies

• Custom designed kitchens featuring Caesarstone countertops

PLUS ASK ABOUT OUR:• Outstanding resident amenities

• Storage lockers• Parking availability

and much more! Rent and Save with HIP™

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RENTS FROM THE LOW

• Studio, one bedroom, one bedroom + den and two bedroom rental suites available

• Breathtaking lake & city views• 9’ ceiling heights • In-suite laundry

• Stainless steel kitchen appliances • Air conditioning • Private balconies

• Custom designed kitchens featuringCaesarstone countertops

PLUS ASK ABOUT OUR:• Outstanding resident amenities

• Storage lockers• Parking availability

and much more! Rent and Save with HIP™

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EDITOR-IN-CHIEF, DIRECTOR OF CONTENT Susan Legge

DIRECTOR OF SALES Moe Lalani

ASSOCIATE PUBLISHER Anne-Marie Breen

REGIONAL SALES MANAGER EASTERN ONTARIO Paul Bimm

SENIOR EDITOR Elisa Krovblit

MEDIA CONSULTANTS GREATER TORONTO AREA Amanda Bell Daniela Francia

SOUTHWESTERN ONTARIO Jamie Weinhardt

MANITOBA Don Walters Meryln Minty

ALBERTA/BC Heather Harke

SALES COORDINATOR Gary Chilvers

PRODUCTION MANAGER Gnanapandithan Bala

PRODUCTION/GRAPHIC DESIGNER Brad Smith

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AIR CONDITIONING

HARDWOOD FLOOR

WASHER/DRYER

MICROWAVE DISH-WASHER

FURNISHED PATIO/BALCONY

EXTRA STORAGE

ON-SITE STORE

INTERNET CABLE INCLUDED

CARPET FLOOR

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UNIVERSITY/COLLEGE CAMPUSES

SALES COORDINATORGary Chilvers

PRODUCTION MANAGERGnanapandithan Bala

PRODUCTION/GRAPHICDESIGNERBrad Smith

University of OttawaOttawa .................................... 8

Ryerson UniversityDowntown Campus ............ 11

University of TorontoDowntown Campus ............ 14

McMaster UniversityHamilton Campus ............... 16

Mohawk CollegeHamilton Campus ............... 18

University of GuelphGuelph ..................................20

University of WaterlooWaterloo ............................... 21

Conestoga CollegeKitchener ..............................22

Laurentian UniversitySudbury ................................ 23

Western UniversityLondon Campus ..................25

Fanshawe CollegeLondon .................................. 33

Lambton CollegeSarnia .................................... 35

University of ManitobaWinnipeg .............................. 37

University of WinnipegWinnipeg ..............................45

Simon Fraser University/Kwantlen CollegeSurrey ....................................52

FEATURES24 Who are you going to live with?

Roomie references.....by Kathryn Kusyszyn

36 Keeping it clean.....by Jennifer Braun

46 Moving to your fi rst place.....by Chuck Resnick

50 Renting with pets.....by Jackie Marchildon


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EDITOR’S NOTE

Your own place!

Elisa KrovblitSenior EditorYellow Pages NextHomeEmail: [email protected]: @ElisaKrovblit

You’ve waited for it, you’ve worked for it, and you’re fi nally

moving out! Your new apartment for college or university is your

fi rst step to independence. But this is a whole other learning

curve to having your own apartment and leaving the comforts of

your childhood home, and there’s nothing in your text books that

will help you sort it out.

There are a lot of rules – and each province is di� erent. You

will learn along the way what is okay and what isn’t; what your

responsibilities are and what the landlord is obligated to do.

The nice thing is, all of these rules and regulations are laid

out in the Residential Tenancies Act. These di� er slightly from

province to province. Each province has a Landlord and Tenant

Board that enforces the Residential Tenancies Act.

When in doubt, give them a call and they can help you out

with specifi cs. From signing a lease to giving proper legal notice,

from the legality of deposits, key money and the demand for

post-dated cheques to making maintenance requests and

lodging complaints, there are guidelines for everything, and there

are answers to all of your questions.

We’re also here to help. This issue of Student Rental Guide

contains some great articles on rental living, plus some

incredible rental opportunities. You should also visit us online at

YPNextHome.ca and check out the YPNextHome App. We’ve got

so much more online, including advice and info about renting.

We’ve also got great neighbourhood tours, including video tours

guided by local celebs. These are especially helpful if you’re

considering moving to a new city or an area you don’t know well.

Keep looking, study hard and get ready to make your move!

+ get social Interact with us on social media: ypnexthome

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Ogilvie Gardens1973 Jasmine Crescent, Ottawa

NEAR THE UNIVERSITY OF OTTAWA

ONE BEDROOMS FROM $899TWO BEDROOMS FROM $1015THREE BEDROOMS FROM $1229

• FIRST MONTH FREE• ALL INCLUSIVE• 5% STUDENT DISCOUNT

(conditions apply)• Steps to OC Transpo• 2% discount for residents who pay their rent

on time• On-site Building Management• Building patrolled by Response Security• Pet friendly• Large private balconies• Online payment options• 24 hour access to laundry room, laundry

complete with vending machine

Contact information: 613-295-8768Email: [email protected]

1241-1311 Millwood Avenue, Brockville

• 5% STUDENT DISCOUNT(conditions apply)

• 2% discount for residents who pay their rent on or before the 1st of the month

• Private back yard• Close to shopping and fi tness center

• Steps to transit route• Online payment options

• In house laundry hook ups available • Upon availability, the house is complete with a

garage, or a fi nished basement

Contact information: 613-498-2129Email: [email protected]

Sheridan Green Townhomes13 MINUTE WALK TO ST. LAWRENCE COLLEGE

TOWNHOMES FROM $1125/MONTH

EDITOR’S NOTE

Your own place!

Elisa KrovblitSenior EditorYellow Pages NextHomeEmail: [email protected]: @ElisaKrovblit

You’ve waited for it, you’ve worked for it, and you’re fi nally

moving out! Your new apartment for college or university is your

fi rst step to independence. But this is a whole other learning

curve to having your own apartment and leaving the comforts of

your childhood home, and there’s nothing in your text books that

will help you sort it out.

There are a lot of rules – and each province is di� erent. You

will learn along the way what is okay and what isn’t; what your

responsibilities are and what the landlord is obligated to do.

The nice thing is, all of these rules and regulations are laid

out in the Residential Tenancies Act. These di� er slightly from

province to province. Each province has a Landlord and Tenant

Board that enforces the Residential Tenancies Act.

When in doubt, give them a call and they can help you out

with specifi cs. From signing a lease to giving proper legal notice,

from the legality of deposits, key money and the demand for

post-dated cheques to making maintenance requests and

lodging complaints, there are guidelines for everything, and there

are answers to all of your questions.

We’re also here to help. This issue of Student Rental Guide

contains some great articles on rental living, plus some

incredible rental opportunities. You should also visit us online at

YPNextHome.ca and check out the YPNextHome App. We’ve got

so much more online, including advice and info about renting.

We’ve also got great neighbourhood tours, including video tours

guided by local celebs. These are especially helpful if you’re

considering moving to a new city or an area you don’t know well.

Keep looking, study hard and get ready to make your move!

+ get social Interact with us on social media: ypnexthome

Capital Towers1240 & 1244 Donald Street, Ottawa

Near the University of Ottawa& Carleton University

- New exercise room- New corridors- Large private balconies- 24 hour laundry rooms- Outdoor pool, tennis court- Outdoor & underground parking- Short walk to grocery stores, fast

food & restaurants, St. Laurent Mall, bus lines & parks

Call 613-744-0283 [email protected]

2 Bedroom from $1150* 3 Bedroom from $1350*2 Bedroom + Den from $1170*

www.capitaltowersottawa.ca

*plus hydro

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Capital Towers1240 & 1244 Donald Street, Ottawa

Near the University of Ottawa& Carleton University

- New exercise room- New corridors- Large private balconies- 24 hour laundry rooms- Outdoor pool, tennis court- Outdoor & underground parking- Short walk to grocery stores, fast

food & restaurants, St. Laurent Mall, bus lines & parks

Call 613-744-0283 [email protected]

2 Bedroom from $1150* 3 Bedroom from $1350*2 Bedroom + Den from $1170*

www.capitaltowersottawa.ca

*plus hydro

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Bona PropertiesBringing You Home in Ottawa

THE CITADEL APARTMENTS:Ideally situated next to the transit way, The Citadel is just minutes from the University of Ottawa & downtown excitement. Our building offers recently renovated one and two bedroom units featuring granite counters, new fi xtures and carpet, a full size refrigerator, stove and dishwasher. Rent includes self-regulating heat and central air. Our onsite facilities include a laundry room, whirlpool, exercise centre, and tennis court.

THE BONA VISTA APARTMENTS:The Bona Vista offers stunning city views, short commutes to the University of Ottawa and much more! Our building offers bright one and two bedroom units that feature a full size refrigerator, stove and dishwasher. Rent includes central air and heat up to 21. Amenities include a beautiful glass enclosed rooftop pool & hot tub, on site laundry, � tness room, community room and outdoor tennis court.

SOMERSET MANOR:Live in the heart of historic and beautiful Centretown! Walk to school, as well as major downtown attractions like Parliament Hill, The Rideau Centre, great restaurants, shopping and nightlife. The Somerset Manor offers bright and spacious bachelor, one, two and three bedroom apartments. They feature a stove, refrigerator, wall to wall carpeting, on site laundry, an on call super and scenic views of the city.

Bona Properties provides ideally situated rental properties in Ottawa. We are a quick walk or bus ride to the University of Ottawa and the downtown core as public transportation runs nearby the buildings. With great amenities, on site management and secure access, our buildings are perfect for University of Ottawa students!

www.bonaproperties.com

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our buildings are perfect for University of Ottawa students!

Contact us today to schedule a showing!Parking available!

169 Lees Ave. • 613-565-4444 • [email protected]

171 Lees Ave. • [email protected]

210 Somerset St W. • 613-234-1802 • [email protected]

Playfair Residences1701 Kilborn Ave. 1695 Playfair Dr.

Close to the University of Ottawa& Carleton University

• Beautiful Indoor Pool• Temperature Control Central A/C• Borders Parkland

[email protected] www.gsrentals.ca

For appointment please call: 613-737-0721 or 613-299-0872

• Close to parks and downtown• Borders NCC parkland• OC transpo at your door• Nearby schools, shopping and churches• Fully renovated fitness centre. Brand new

machines• Games room• Full-size pool, sauna• Utilities included, except for hydro• Fully renovated guest suite

• Security patrolled• Video survelliance• Indoor garage with car wash• Storage

For photos and a virtual tour visit www.gsrentals.ca

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Playfair Residences1701 Kilborn Ave. 1695 Playfair Dr.

Close to the University of Ottawa& Carleton University

• Beautiful Indoor Pool• Temperature Control Central A/C• Borders Parkland

[email protected] www.gsrentals.ca

For appointment please call: 613-737-0721 or 613-299-0872

• Close to parks and downtown• Borders NCC parkland• OC transpo at your door• Nearby schools, shopping and churches• Fully renovated fitness centre. Brand new

machines• Games room• Full-size pool, sauna• Utilities included, except for hydro• Fully renovated guest suite

• Security patrolled• Video survelliance• Indoor garage with car wash• Storage

For photos and a virtual tour visit www.gsrentals.ca

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Intersection Parliament & Bloor, Toronto

Address 99 Howard Street, 670 Parliament Street, 135 Rose Avenue

UtilitiesHydro Heat Water

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ParkingUnderground Above Ground Street

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Appliances 2

Washrooms 1

Laundry ✓

Swimming Pool –

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Newly Renovated

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COMPANY: Medallion CorporationTELEPHONE: 416.962.4902OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Thursday Friday 9am - 4:30pm 9am - 4pmEmail: [email protected] Website: www.medallioncorp.com

AIR CONDITIONING WASHER/DRYER HIGHSPEED INTERNETDISHWASHER FURNISHEDPATIO/BALCONY HOUSEKEEPINGCABLE INCLUDEDON-SITE STORE MICROWAVE

HARDWOOD FLOOR EXTRA STORAGECARPETED FLOORAIR CONDITIONING WASHER/DRYER HIGHSPEED INTERNETDISHWASHER FURNISHEDPATIO/BALCONY HOUSEKEEPINGCABLE INCLUDEDON-SITE STORE MICROWAVE


HARDWOOD FLOOR EXTRA STORAGECARPETED FLOOR

BUILDING DETAILS

Bedrooms Bach Jr. 1 1 2

Rate From $1000 $1050 $1250 $1650

Occupancy Date Immediate

Lease Term One Year

Student Specials

Distance to School Approximately 15 minutes walk

*At 99 Howard

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COMPANY: Medallion CorporationTELEPHONE: 416.323.1620OFFICE HOURS: Monday Tuesday - Thursday Friday 10am - 6pm 9am - 7pm 9am - 4pmEmail: [email protected] Website: www.medallioncorp.com

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Address 545, 555 & 565 Sherbourne Street


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BUILDING DETAILS

Bedrooms Bach 1 2 Large 3

Rate From $975 $1125 $1425 $2100


Lease Term One Year

Student Specials

Distance to School Approximately 15 minutes walk

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Intersection Dundas Street East & Sherbourne Street, Toronto

Address 280 Dundas Street East


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COMPANY: Bradley Court Ltd.TELEPHONE: 416.961.1353FAX: 416.961.1354 OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm



BUILDING DETAILS

Bedrooms Bach 1 2 3

Rate From $720


Lease Term Short term lease available

Distance to School 5 minute walk to Ryerson & George Brown College

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** *$50**Furnished suites available

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Students!Are you #liveingreen?

crbliveingreen.caWATER• A tap, leaking at one drop per second, can waste more than 25 litres of water a day that’s about

10,000 litres a year.• A toilet that continues to run after flushing can waste 200,000 litres of water in one year enough

water to fill a large in-ground swimming pool!• Report any dripping toilets or taps to the staff at your rental apartment building.

RECYCLE• Each person in Ontario produces almost 2.5 kg or 5.5lbs of waste per day. That’s almost a tonne of

garbage per person, each year.• While apartment dwellers generate less waste, residents in single family homes divert almost 3 times

more waste away from landfills.• Only 25% of Ontario’s waste is diverted from landfills by recycling. Are you recycling and doing your

part?

ENERGY• In 2014, Canada is banning the sale of inefficient light-bulbs. Why wait? Switch now.• There are many energy-efficient alternatives. Compact Fluorescent Lamps

(CFL’s) use up to 75% less energy and last up to 10 times longer than a standard bulb.

• By just changing 2 – 100 watt incandescent bulbs used for 3 hours per day to equivalent CFL’s, you will save enough energy to run an LCD TV for 3 hours a day for almost 9 months.

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Students!Are you #liveingreen?

crbliveingreen.caWATER• A tap, leaking at one drop per second, can waste more than 25 litres of water a day that’s about

10,000 litres a year.• A toilet that continues to run after flushing can waste 200,000 litres of water in one year enough

water to fill a large in-ground swimming pool!• Report any dripping toilets or taps to the staff at your rental apartment building.

RECYCLE• Each person in Ontario produces almost 2.5 kg or 5.5lbs of waste per day. That’s almost a tonne of

garbage per person, each year.• While apartment dwellers generate less waste, residents in single family homes divert almost 3 times

more waste away from landfills.• Only 25% of Ontario’s waste is diverted from landfills by recycling. Are you recycling and doing your

part?

ENERGY• In 2014, Canada is banning the sale of inefficient light-bulbs. Why wait? Switch now.• There are many energy-efficient alternatives. Compact Fluorescent Lamps

(CFL’s) use up to 75% less energy and last up to 10 times longer than a standard bulb.

• By just changing 2 – 100 watt incandescent bulbs used for 3 hours per day to equivalent CFL’s, you will save enough energy to run an LCD TV for 3 hours a day for almost 9 months.

Know the facts @

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Intersection Wellesley Street E. & Parliament Street, Toronto

Address 240, 260, 280 Wellesley St. E., 650 Parliament St., 77 Howard St.

BUILDING DETAILS

Bedrooms Bach 1 2 3

Rate From $925 $1075 $1500 $1650


Lease Term Minimum 12 months

Student Specials

Distance to School 2 km


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Appliances 2

Washrooms 1

Laundry ✓

Swimming Pool ✓


On Site Mgmt. ✓

Newly Renovated

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Transit Route ✓

Subway Route ✓

COMPANY: Wellesley Parliament SquareTELEPHONE: 416.929.8195OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Thursday Friday Saturday 9am - 6pm 9am - 4pm 10am - 3pmEmail: [email protected]: www.gsrentals.ca





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Intersection Main Street & Catherine Street, Hamilton

Address 100 Main Street East

BUILDING DETAILS

Bedrooms Studio 1 2 3

Rate From FROM $899 FROM $1039


Lease Term One Year

Student Specials

Distance to School Approximately 10 minutes by car/transit


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Appliances 2

Washrooms 1

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On Site Mgmt. ✓

Newly Renovated –

Transit Route ✓

Subway Route –

COMPANY: Homestead Land Holdings Ltd.TELEPHONE: 905.528.1414OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Friday Saturday - Sunday 8am - 8pm 10am - 4pm

Website: www.homestead.ca


HARDWOOD FLOOR EXTRA STORAGECARPETED FLOOR AIR CONDITIONING WASHER/DRYER HIGHSPEED INTERNETDISHWASHER FURNISHEDPATIO/BALCONY HOUSEKEEPINGCABLE INCLUDEDON-SITE STORE MICROWAVE





*On site**Not included

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John

St.

S.

Main St. E.

King St. E.

Hunter St. E.

Cath

arin

e St

. S.

Vict

oria

Ave

. S.

LOCATION

Intersection Main Street & Catherine Street, Hamilton

Address 100 Main Street East

BUILDING DETAILS




Lease Term One Year

Student Specials



✓ ✓ ✓


✓ – –

Appliances 2

Washrooms 1

Laundry ✓

Swimming Pool –


On Site Mgmt. ✓

Newly Renovated –

Transit Route ✓

Subway Route –

COMPANY: Homestead Land Holdings Ltd.TELEPHONE: 905.528.1414OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Friday Saturday - Sunday 8am - 8pm 10am - 4pm

Website: www.homestead.ca








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1710 -1716 Main Street

905-521-0299www.pinedaleprop.com

Ask about our Gift Certificates(on approved applications)

The Evolution of Apartment Living™

Close to McMaster University

Large 1 & 2 Bedroom

Suitesfrom only$815

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Hugh

son

St. S

.

John

St.

S.

Young St.

Forest Ave.

LOCATION

Intersection Forest Avenue & John Street, Hamilton

Address The Villa Marie Community


– ✓ ✓


✓ ✓ –

Appliances 2

Washrooms 1

Laundry ✓

Swimming Pool –


On Site Mgmt. ✓

Newly Renovated –

Transit Route ✓

Subway Route –

COMPANY: Homestead Land Holdings Ltd.TELEPHONE: 905.528.5253OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Friday Saturday - Sunday 8am - 8pm 10am - 4pm Website: www.homestead.ca








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* **Not Included*On-site

BUILDING DETAILS

Bedrooms Student Dorms Bach 1 2 3

Rate From FROM $299 FROM $619 FROM $729 FROM $929 FROM $1049


Lease Term One Year

Student Specials


Prices and availability subject to change without notice SPRING/SUMMER 2016 | STUDENT RENTERS GUIDE18

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Jam

es S

t. S.

Hugh

son

St. S

.

John

St.

S.

Young St.

Forest Ave.

LOCATION

Intersection Forest Avenue & John Street, Hamilton

Address The Villa Marie Community


– ✓ ✓


✓ ✓ –

Appliances 2

Washrooms 1

Laundry ✓

Swimming Pool –


On Site Mgmt. ✓

Newly Renovated –

Transit Route ✓

Subway Route –

COMPANY: Homestead Land Holdings Ltd.TELEPHONE: 905.528.5253OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Friday Saturday - Sunday 8am - 8pm 10am - 4pm Website: www.homestead.ca








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* **Not Included*On-site

BUILDING DETAILS

Bedrooms Student Dorms Bach 1 2 3

Rate From FROM $299 FROM $619 FROM $729 FROM $929 FROM $1049


Lease Term One Year

Student Specials


Caro

line

St. S

.

Bay

St. S

.

Park

St.

S.

Duke St.

Robinson St.

Bold St.

LOCATION

Intersection Bay Street South & Duke Street, Hamilton

Address 200 Bay Street South


✓ ✓ ✓


✓ ✓ –

Appliances 2

Washrooms 1

Laundry ✓

Swimming Pool ✓

Recreation Facilities

✓

On Site Mgmt. ✓

Newly Renovated

✓

Transit Route ✓

Subway Route N/A

COMPANY: Homestead Land Holdings Ltd.TELEPHONE: 905.529.9553OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Friday Saturday - Sunday 8am - 8pm 10am - 4pm Email: [email protected] Website: www.homestead.ca







BUILDING DETAILS




Lease Term One Year

Student Specials

Distance to School Approximately 15 minute walk




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Norwich St. E.

Card

igan

St.

Norfo

lk S

t.W

oolw

ich

St.

Woolwich St. Eramosa Rd.

Wyn

dham

St. N.

LOCATION

Intersection Wyndham & Woolwich, Guelph

Address 27 & 33 Cardigan Street

BUILDING DETAILS

Bedrooms Bach 1 2 3

Rate From INQUIRE INQUIRE


Lease Term One Year

Student Specials



– – ✓


✓ ✓ –

Appliances 2

Washrooms 1

Laundry ✓

Swimming Pool –


On Site Mgmt. ✓

Newly Renovated –

Transit Route ✓

Subway Route –

COMPANY: Homestead Land Holdings Ltd.TELEPHONE: 519.826.6768OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Friday Saturday- Sunday 8am - 8pm 10am - 4pm Email: [email protected]: www.homestead.ca






UN

IVERSITY OF W

ATERLOO

Norwich St. E.

Card

igan

St.

Norfo

lk S

t.W

oolw

ich

St.

Woolwich St. Eramosa Rd.

Wyn

dham

St. N.

LOCATION

Intersection Wyndham & Woolwich, Guelph

Address 27 & 33 Cardigan Street

BUILDING DETAILS

Bedrooms Bach 1 2 3



Lease Term One Year

Student Specials



– – ✓


✓ ✓ –

Appliances 2

Washrooms 1

Laundry ✓

Swimming Pool –


On Site Mgmt. ✓

Newly Renovated –

Transit Route ✓

Subway Route –






Weber St E

Quee

n St

N

Frede

rick S

t.

LOCATION

Intersection Queen Street North & Weber Street East, Kitchener

Address 57 Queen Street North

BUILDING DETAILS

Bedrooms Bachelor 1 2 3



Lease Term One Year

Student Specials

Distance to School Approximately 15 minutes by transit


– ✓ ✓


✓ – –

Appliances 5

Washrooms 2

Laundry ✓

Swimming Pool


✓

On Site Mgmt. ✓

Newly Renovated

Transit Route ✓

Subway Route N/A

COMPANY: Homestead Land Holdings Ltd.TELEPHONE: 519.579.7710OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Friday Saturday - Sunday 8am - 8pm 10am - 4pm Email: [email protected]: homestead.ca








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TOG

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Homer Watson Blvd.

Old Carriage Dr.

Doon

S D

r.

Conestoga College

LOCATION

Intersection Old Carriage Drive & Homer Watson Blvd., Kitchener

Address 200 Old Carriage Drive


✓ ✓ ✓

ParkingUnderground Covered Street

– ✓ Available –

Appliances 5

Washrooms 2

Laundry ✓

Swimming Pool –


✓

On Site Mgmt. ✓

Newly Renovated –

Transit Route ✓

Subway Route N/A

COMPANY: Drewlo HoldingsTELEPHONE: 519.279.7500OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Saturday Sunday 10am - 5pm 12pm - 5pm Email: [email protected]: www.collegeviewcommons.ca

COLLEGEVIEW









• Wifi hotspots • Fitness Centre • Yoga Studio• Theatre Room • Multi-media area • Coffee Bar

BUILDING DETAILS

Bedrooms Bach 3 4

Rate From $450 $515 per room $499 per room

Occupancy Date September 2016

Lease Term One Year

Student Specials

Distance to School Less than a 5 minute drive or 10 minutes by public transit

Prices and availability subject to change without notice SPRING/SUMMER 2016 | STUDENT RENTERS GUIDE22

LAUREN

TIAN U

NIVERSITY

Homer Watson Blvd.

Old Carriage Dr.

Doon

S D

r.

Conestoga College

LOCATION

Intersection Old Carriage Drive & Homer Watson Blvd., Kitchener

Address 200 Old Carriage Drive


✓ ✓ ✓

ParkingUnderground Covered Street

– ✓ Available –

Appliances 5

Washrooms 2

Laundry ✓

Swimming Pool –


✓

On Site Mgmt. ✓

Newly Renovated –

Transit Route ✓

Subway Route N/A

COMPANY: Drewlo HoldingsTELEPHONE: 519.279.7500OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Saturday Sunday 10am - 5pm 12pm - 5pm Email: [email protected]: www.collegeviewcommons.ca

COLLEGEVIEW









• Wifi hotspots • Fitness Centre • Yoga Studio• Theatre Room • Multi-media area • Coffee Bar

BUILDING DETAILS

Bedrooms Bach 3 4

Rate From $450 $515 per room $499 per room

Occupancy Date September 2016

Lease Term One Year

Student Specials

Distance to School Less than a 5 minute drive or 10 minutes by public transit

Nels

on A

ve.

Lloyd St.

Notre

Dam

e Av

e.

Leslie St.

LOCATION

Intersection Leslie Street & Notre Dame Avenue, Sudbury

Address 227 Notre Dame Avenue

BUILDING DETAILS


Rate From $625 $725 $850

Occupancy Date

Lease Term One Year

Student Specials

Distance to School


– ✓ ✓


– ✓ –

Appliances 2

Washrooms 1

Laundry ✓

Swimming Pool –


On Site Mgmt. ✓

Newly Renovated

✓

Transit Route ✓

Subway Route –

COMPANY: Fireside Property Group Ltd.TELEPHONE: 705.670.9444OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5pm Email: [email protected]: www.firesidepropertygroup.com







*$20/Month**On site

**

*


Epworth Ave.Rich

mon

d St

.

University Dr.

Bernard Ave.

Park

dale

Cr.

LOCATION

Intersection Richmond Street & University Drive, London

Address 1201 Richmond Street North

BUILDING DETAILS

Bedrooms Bach 1 2 3

Rate From INQUIRE INQUIRE INQUIRE INQUIRE


Lease Term One Year

Student Specials

Distance to School Approximately 5-10 minute walk


– ✓ ✓


– – ✓

Appliances 2

Washrooms 1

Laundry ✓

Swimming Pool –


On Site Mgmt. ✓

Newly Renovated

✓

Transit Route ✓

Subway Route N/A




COMPANY: Homestead Land Holdings Ltd.TELEPHONE: 519.439.0941OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Friday Saturday- Sunday 8am - 8pm 10am - 4pm Email: [email protected]: homestead.ca

Who are you going to live with?

ROOMIE REFERENCES

EMPLOYERS CHECK REFERENCES, LANDLORDS check references, and if you’re considering someone as a roommate, you should check references too. Don’t just trust first impressions – a person can seem charming initially, then later on turn into a nightmare.

Using a rental application will cover all the bases. Discuss expectations about overnight visitors, smoking, pets, sharing household chores, etc. Asking why they left their last place and how long they lived there is important.

Ask for references from their current employer, a previous landlord and at least one previous roommate. Tell them you will call these people to verify employment status and their previous housing history. Check your province’s Privacy and Human Rights laws for what you are allowed to ask and what isn’t okay.

When calling an employer, state that you are verifying the potential roommate’s employment status and character, not doing an employment check for another job. When calling a previous landlord, find out how long the person lived there, whether they paid their rent on time or if there were any other pertinent issues,

and why they left. If this information doesn’t match what the person told you, this may be of concern.

Previous roommates can be revealing. Ask how long they have known the person and how long they lived together. Then ask “What did you like about living with __?” and “What didn’t you like about living with __?” Ask why they are no longer living together. People move on for many reasons, but if there were bad terms or major issues, this is your opportunity to find out. If someone cannot provide any references or if none are forthcoming, beware.

While checking referneces is a must, you should also hit the Internet. Search their name. Look them up on Facebook – you may even have mutual friends – Twitter and LinkedIn. You can find a lot of personal info on most people in just a few clicks. You will be living with this person, sharing a space and relying on them to fulfil their responsibilities. You need to have a reasonable comfort level with them – they will have access to all of your personal posessions and be privy to much of your private life. Your health, safety and peace of mind are at stake. Be selective. Communicate clearly and you will find the right match.

AP

AR

TM

EN

TA

LIT

Y

BY KATHRYN KUSYSZYN

24

WESTERN

UN

IVERSITY

Epworth Ave.Rich

mon

d St

.

University Dr.

Bernard Ave.

Park

dale

Cr.

LOCATION

Intersection Richmond Street & University Drive, London

Address 1201 Richmond Street North

BUILDING DETAILS

Bedrooms Bach 1 2 3



Lease Term One Year

Student Specials

Distance to School Approximately 5-10 minute walk


– ✓ ✓


– – ✓

Appliances 2

Washrooms 1

Laundry ✓

Swimming Pool –


On Site Mgmt. ✓

Newly Renovated

✓

Transit Route ✓

Subway Route N/A




COMPANY: Homestead Land Holdings Ltd.TELEPHONE: 519.439.0941OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Friday Saturday- Sunday 8am - 8pm 10am - 4pm Email: [email protected]: homestead.ca

Who are you going to live with?

ROOMIE REFERENCES

EMPLOYERS CHECK REFERENCES, LANDLORDS check references, and if you’re considering someone as a roommate, you should check references too. Don’t just trust first impressions – a person can seem charming initially, then later on turn into a nightmare.

Using a rental application will cover all the bases. Discuss expectations about overnight visitors, smoking, pets, sharing household chores, etc. Asking why they left their last place and how long they lived there is important.

Ask for references from their current employer, a previous landlord and at least one previous roommate. Tell them you will call these people to verify employment status and their previous housing history. Check your province’s Privacy and Human Rights laws for what you are allowed to ask and what isn’t okay.

When calling an employer, state that you are verifying the potential roommate’s employment status and character, not doing an employment check for another job. When calling a previous landlord, find out how long the person lived there, whether they paid their rent on time or if there were any other pertinent issues,

and why they left. If this information doesn’t match what the person told you, this may be of concern.

Previous roommates can be revealing. Ask how long they have known the person and how long they lived together. Then ask “What did you like about living with __?” and “What didn’t you like about living with __?” Ask why they are no longer living together. People move on for many reasons, but if there were bad terms or major issues, this is your opportunity to find out. If someone cannot provide any references or if none are forthcoming, beware.

While checking referneces is a must, you should also hit the Internet. Search their name. Look them up on Facebook – you may even have mutual friends – Twitter and LinkedIn. You can find a lot of personal info on most people in just a few clicks. You will be living with this person, sharing a space and relying on them to fulfil their responsibilities. You need to have a reasonable comfort level with them – they will have access to all of your personal posessions and be privy to much of your private life. Your health, safety and peace of mind are at stake. Be selective. Communicate clearly and you will find the right match.

AP

AR

TM

EN

TA

LIT

Y

BY KATHRYN KUSYSZYN


WES

TERN

UN

IVER

SITY

Dundas St.

Adel

aide

St.

N.

Lyle

St.

Hew

itt S

t.

King St.

Queens Ave.

LOCATION

Intersection King Street & Adelaide Street North, London

Address 700 King Street

BUILDING DETAILS

Bedrooms 1 1 + Den 2 2 + Den 3

Rate From $750 $875 $875 $1200 $1275


Lease Term One Year

Student Specials 1 month free with 13 month lease

Distance to School Approximately 15 minutes by bus


– ✓ ✓


✓ – –

Appliances 2-3

Washrooms 1-2

Laundry ✓

Swimming Pool –

RecreationFacilities

✓

On Site Mgmt. ✓

NewlyRenovated

✓

Transit Route ✓

Subway Route N/A

COMPANY: Medallion CorporationTELEPHONE: 519.601.7386OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Thursday Friday - Sunday 11am - 7pm 10am - 4pm Email: [email protected]: www.rentrevo.com







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*Brand new building

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WESTERN

UN

IVERSITY

Dundas St.

Adel

aide

St.

N.

Lyle

St.

Hew

itt S

t.

King St.

Queens Ave.

LOCATION

Intersection King Street & Adelaide Street North, London

Address 700 King Street

BUILDING DETAILS

Bedrooms 1 1 + Den 2 2 + Den 3

Rate From $750 $875 $875 $1200 $1275


Lease Term One Year

Student Specials 1 month free with 13 month lease



– ✓ ✓


✓ – –

Appliances 2-3

Washrooms 1-2

Laundry ✓

Swimming Pool –


✓

On Site Mgmt. ✓

NewlyRenovated

✓

Transit Route ✓

Subway Route N/A

COMPANY: Medallion CorporationTELEPHONE: 519.601.7386OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Thursday Friday - Sunday 11am - 7pm 10am - 4pm Email: [email protected]: www.rentrevo.com







*

*Brand new building

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Kipps Lane

Adel

aide

St.

N.Oxford St. E.

Fanshawe Park Rd. E.

High

bury

Ave

. N.

LOCATION

Intersection Kipps Lane & Adelaide Street North, London

Address 621, 625 & 629 Kipps Lane

BUILDING DETAILS


Rate From $725 $860 $985


Lease Term One Year

Student Specials Please inquire

Distance to School 20 minute walk


– ✓ ✓


– ✓ –

Appliances 2

Washrooms 1-2

Laundry ✓

Swimming Pool –


✓

On Site Mgmt. ✓

NewlyRenovated

✓

Transit Route ✓

Subway Route –

COMPANY: Medallion CorporationTELEPHONE: 519.438.2979OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Thursday Friday - Sunday 11am - 7pm 10am - 4pm Email: [email protected] Website: www.blossomgate.com







Like us on facebook:facebook.com/blossomgate


WES

TERN

UN

IVER

SITY

Farrah Rd.

Oxford St. W.

Won

derla

nd R

d. N

.

LOCATION

Intersection Wonderland & Oxford, London

Address 680 & 690 Wonderland Road North

BUILDING DETAILS

Bedrooms Bach 1 2 3



Lease Term One Year

Student Specials



✓ ✓ ✓


✓ ✓ –

Appliances 2

Washrooms 1 - 2

Laundry ✓

Swimming Pool ✓


On Site Mgmt. ✓

Newly Renovated –

Transit Route ✓

Subway Route –






WESTERN

UN

IVERSITY

Farrah Rd.

Oxford St. W.

Won

derla

nd R

d. N

.

LOCATION

Intersection Wonderland & Oxford, London

Address 680 & 690 Wonderland Road North

BUILDING DETAILS

Bedrooms Bach 1 2 3



Lease Term One Year

Student Specials



✓ ✓ ✓


✓ ✓ –

Appliances 2

Washrooms 1 - 2

Laundry ✓

Swimming Pool ✓


On Site Mgmt. ✓

Newly Renovated –

Transit Route ✓

Subway Route –





Sarnia Rd.

Oxford St. W.

Won

derla

nd R

d. N

LOCATION

Intersection Wonderland Road N. & Oxford Street W., London

Address 710, 720 & 730 Wonderland Road North

BUILDING DETAILS

Bedrooms Bach 1 2 3

Rate From $745 $942


Lease Term One Year

Student Specials Ask about our move-in bonus



✓ ✓ ✓


✓* ✓ –

Appliances 3

Washrooms 1-2

Laundry ✓

Swimming Pool ✓

Recreation Facilities ✓**

On Site Mgmt. ✓

Newly Renovated –

Transit Route ✓

Subway Route N/A

COMPANY: Drewlo HoldingsTELEPHONE: 226.213.3292OFFICE HOURS: Call for appointment Email: [email protected]: www.drewloholdings.com





*Covered parking available**Fitness room


1 & 2 BEDROOM CENTRAL AIR

EXERCISE ROOM 6 APPLIANCES

HEAT INCLUDED SECURED PARKING

RENTS START FROM $1275

544talbotstreet.com

STUDENTSPECIALS ASK US WHEN YOU BOOK YOUR TOUR!

Albert St.

Talbot St.

Ridout St. N.

Richmond St.

Kent St.

Dufferin Ave.

544

519-617-2976

10 minutes away from Fanshawe, UWO,

and LHSC.

DOWNTOWN

WESTERN

UN

IVERSITY

1 & 2 BEDROOM CENTRAL AIR

EXERCISE ROOM 6 APPLIANCES

HEAT INCLUDED SECURED PARKING

RENTS START FROM $1275

544talbotstreet.com

STUDENTSPECIALS ASK US WHEN YOU BOOK YOUR TOUR!

Albert St.

Talbot St.

Ridout St. N.

Richmond St.

Kent St.

Dufferin Ave.

544

519-617-2976

10 minutes away from Fanshawe, UWO,

and LHSC.

DOWNTOWN

Queens Ave.

Dundas St.

King St.

Wel

lingt

on S

t.

Wat

erlo

o St

.

Colb

orne

St.

LOCATION

Intersection Dundas Street & Waterloo Street, London

Address 310 Dundas Street & 405 Waterloo Street

BUILDING DETAILS

Bedrooms Bach 1 2 3

Rate From $967 $1107


Lease Term One Year

Student Specials Ask about our move-in bonus



– – –


✓ – –

Appliances 5

Washrooms 1-2

Laundry ✓

Swimming Pool ✓


✓

On Site Mgmt. ✓

Newly Renovated –

Transit Route ✓

Subway Route N/A

COMPANY: Drewlo HoldingsTELEPHONE: 519.488.6889 | 519.488.6838OFFICE HOURS: Call for appointment Email: [email protected]: www.drewloholdings.com








*

*Fitness room, whirlpool & sauna


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UN

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SITY


Windermere Rd.

Rich

mon

d St

.

Wes

tern

Rd.

Adel

aide

St.

N.

LOCATION

Intersection Windermere Road & Richmond Street, London

Address 655 & 665 Windermere Road

BUILDING DETAILS


Rate From $782 $989 $1357


Lease Term One Year

Student Specials



✓ ✓ ✓


✓ – –

Appliances 3

Washrooms 1-2

Laundry ✓

Swimming Pool ✓


✓

On Site Mgmt. ✓

Newly Renovated –

Transit Route ✓

Subway Route N/A





COMPANY: Drewlo HoldingsTELEPHONE: 226.213.3288 | 226.213.3289OFFICE HOURS: Call for appointment Email: [email protected]: www.drewloholdings.com

*

*Fitness room, whirlpool & sauna


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AWE C

OLLEG

E

Adel

aide

St.

N.

Rich

mon

d St

.

Oxford St. E.

Huron St.

LOCATION

Intersection Adelaide & Huron, London

Address 1126-1154 Adelaide Street North

BUILDING DETAILS

Bedrooms Bach 1 2 3

Rate From INQUIRE INQUIRE INQUIRE


Lease Term One Year

Student Specials

Distance to School Approximately 15 minutes by transit


✓* ✓ ✓


– ✓ –

Appliances 2

Washrooms 1 - 1.5

Laundry ✓

Swimming Pool ✓


On Site Mgmt. ✓

Newly Renovated –

Transit Route ✓

Subway Route –






*Not all buildings


FAN

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Adel

aide

St.

N.

Sunningdale Rd. E.

High

bury

Ave

. N.

LOCATION

Intersection Fanshawe Park Road & Adelaide Street North, London

Address 1560, 1570 & 1580 Adelaide Street North

BUILDING DETAILS




Lease Term One Year

Student Specials



✓ ✓ ✓


– ✓ –

Appliances 2

Washrooms 1

Laundry ✓

Swimming Pool ✓


✓

On Site Mgmt. ✓

Newly Renovated

✓

Transit Route ✓

Subway Route N/A





*Fitness room & squash court**Covered parking available

*

**


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E


Adel

aide

St.

N.

Sunningdale Rd. E.

High

bury

Ave

. N.

LOCATION

Intersection Fanshawe Park Road & Adelaide Street North, London

Address 1560, 1570 & 1580 Adelaide Street North

BUILDING DETAILS




Lease Term One Year

Student Specials



✓ ✓ ✓


– ✓ –

Appliances 2

Washrooms 1

Laundry ✓

Swimming Pool ✓


✓

On Site Mgmt. ✓

Newly Renovated

✓

Transit Route ✓

Subway Route N/A





*Fitness room & squash court**Covered parking available

*

**

Trudeau Dr.Finch Dr.

Wellington St.

LOCATION

Intersection Finch Drive & Wellington Rd., Sarnia

Address 56 & 64 Finch Drive

BUILDING DETAILS

Bedrooms Bach 1 2 3



Lease Term One Year (8 month leases available)

Student Specials



– – ✓


✓ ✓ –

Appliances 2

Washrooms 1

Laundry ✓

Swimming Pool –


On Site Mgmt. ✓

Newly Renovated –

Transit Route ✓

Subway Route N/A






KEEPING IT CLEAN

SCHOOL-LIFE BALANCE MAY SEEM to be a mythical concept, but having a balanced daily routine is actually possible

– and an important notion to embrace.

I know I don’t have a Saturday to spend hunched over the kitchen sink! Instead, I’ve embraced a few practical tricks that help me get my dishes done, my dirty clothes into the laundry machine and workstation dusted off – without feeling like my weekend completely sucked.

If you’re stuck between a pile of homework and a pile of dirty dishes, here are five tips to help you get through it:

THE RIGHT CLEANING SUPPLIES This does not mean you have to buy the latest and greatest Magic-All-Purpose-Grease-Grime-and-Make-Text-Books- Disappear-Spray. The right products are simply the ones that work best for your life. For me, a broom is much more effective at keeping the kitchen floor clean on the daily (I’m too lazy to pull out the vacuum cleaner every night); and I’m much more likely to pull out a disinfecting wipe than a bottle of disinfecting spray to wipe down the counter. Discover what works for you.

CLEAN A LITTLE EVERY DAY It might feel like you don’t have any time to clean, but the secret may be a five to 15 minute power clean every day (yes, you do have five minutes a day!) Focus on cleaning just one room or doing one cleaning task – either dusting or running the vacuum cleaner. Soon, the whole cleaning process won’t seem like such a time suck. Having less to clean on your mind will contribute to balance.

DON’T LET IT ACCUMULATE By cleaning a little everyday, you’re not letting your weekend cleaning list accumulate. Who wants to do three loads

of laundry on the weekend? Instead, start by one every morning. Come Saturday there won’t be any left to do. The same goes for dirty dishes. Don’t let them pile in your sink. Wash them or put them in the dishwasher right after each meal.

MULTITASK AWAY You’re in the bathroom anyway – fixing your hair, brushing your teeth, doing your make-up – put your multitasking skills to good use and pass a sponge around the sink or wipe down the mirror. If you’re watching TV, pick up items that are lying around the living room during commercial breaks. Small steps can leave your home ‘clean enough’ in a jiffy.

CHOOSE YOUR BATTLES Finally, living in a clean space is important and certainly gives me peace of mind, but having the shiniest toilet bowl is far from the most important thing in my life. Choose your battles. A dirty sink can wait until tomorrow to be cleaned and a load of laundry can easily be hidden until the end of the day. A clean home doesn’t mean a perfect home. Start this week. Do what you can and you’ll soon see a tidy school-life balance is possible.

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NT

AL

RA

NT

ING

S

BY JENNIFER BRAUN

36

UN

IVERSITY OF M

ANITO

BA

Dalhousie Dr.

Killarney Ave.

Mapleridge Ave.Pe

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ster

St.

LOCATION

Intersection Ulster Street & Mapleridge Avenue, Winnipeg

Address 99 Mapleridge Avenue (Mapleridge)

BUILDING DETAILS

Bedrooms Bach 1 2 3

Rate From $1121 $1260


Lease Term 1 year

Student Specials



– – ✓


– ✓ –

Appliances 5

Washrooms 1

Laundry ✓

Swimming Pool –


COMPANY: Lakewood AgenciesTELEPHONE: 204.269.1649 or 204.982.5959OFFICE HOURS: Contact offi ce for details

Email: [email protected]

On Site Mgmt. ✓

NewlyRenovated –

Transit Route ✓








LAKEWOODAGENCIES


UN

IVER

SITY

OF

MAN

ITO

BA

Dalhousie Dr.

Greencrest Ave.

Mapleridge Ave.

Pem

bina

Hw

y

Ulst

er S

t.

LOCATION

Intersection Mapleridge Avenue & Ulster Street, Winnipeg

Address 111 - 180 Ulster Street (Tudor Village)

BUILDING DETAILS

Bedrooms Bach 1 2 3

Rate From $824 $955 $1160


Lease Term 1 year

Student Specials



– – ✓


– ✓ –

Appliances 5

Washrooms 1

Laundry ✓

Swimming Pool –




On Site Mgmt. ✓

NewlyRenovated –

Transit Route ✓








LAKEWOODAGENCIES


UN

IVERSITY OF M

ANITO

BA

Dalhousie Dr.

Greencrest Ave.

Mapleridge Ave.

Pem

bina

Hw

y

Ulst

er S

t.

LOCATION

Intersection Mapleridge Avenue & Ulster Street, Winnipeg

Address 111 - 180 Ulster Street (Tudor Village)

BUILDING DETAILS

Bedrooms Bach 1 2 3

Rate From $824 $955 $1160


Lease Term 1 year

Student Specials



– – ✓


– ✓ –

Appliances 5

Washrooms 1

Laundry ✓

Swimming Pool –




On Site Mgmt. ✓

NewlyRenovated –

Transit Route ✓








LAKEWOODAGENCIES

Dalhousie Dr.

Greencrest Ave.

Universityof Manitoba

Pem

bina

Hw

y

Ulst

er S

t.

Alle

ghen

y Dr

.

LOCATION

Intersection Dalhousie Drive & Ulster Street, Winnipeg

Address 99 Dalhousie Drive

BUILDING DETAILS

Bedrooms Bach 1 2 3



Lease Term 1 year

Student Specials



✓ ✓ ✓


– ✓ –

Appliances 3

Washrooms 1

Laundry ✓

Swimming Pool –


✓

COMPANY: A.S.H. Management Group Inc.TELEPHONE: 204.275.8131OFFICE HOURS: Contact office for details

Email: [email protected]: ashmanagementgroup.com

On Site Mgmt. ✓

Newly Renovated

$5 million renovation in 2010

Transit Route ✓






UN

IVER

SITY

OF

MAN

ITO

BA

Dalhousie Dr.

Perimeter Hwy

Pem

bina

Hw

y

Baylo

r Ave

.

LOCATION

Intersection Baylor Avenue & Dalhousie Drive, Winnipeg

Address 115 - 70 Baylor Avenue (Baylor Place)

BUILDING DETAILS

Bedrooms Bach 1 2 3

Rate From $899 $950


Lease Term 1 year

Student Specials



– ✓ ✓


– ✓ –

Appliances 3

Washrooms 1

Laundry ✓

Swimming Pool –




On Site Mgmt. ✓

NewlyRenovated

✓

Transit Route ✓







LAKEWOODAGENCIES


UN

IVERSITY OF M

ANITO

BA

Dalhousie Dr.

Perimeter Hwy

Pem

bina

Hw

y

Baylo

r Ave

.

LOCATION

Intersection Baylor Avenue & Dalhousie Drive, Winnipeg

Address 115 - 70 Baylor Avenue (Baylor Place)

BUILDING DETAILS

Bedrooms Bach 1 2 3

Rate From $899 $950


Lease Term 1 year

Student Specials



– ✓ ✓


– ✓ –

Appliances 3

Washrooms 1

Laundry ✓

Swimming Pool –




On Site Mgmt. ✓

NewlyRenovated

✓

Transit Route ✓







LAKEWOODAGENCIES

Dalhousie Dr.

Greencrest Ave.

Mapleridge Ave.

Pem

bina

Hw

y

Ulst

er S

t.

LOCATION

Intersection Ulster Street & Greencrest Avenue, Winnipeg

Address 111 - 180 Ulster Street (Richmond Village)

BUILDING DETAILS

Bedrooms Bach 1 2 3



Lease Term 1 year

Student Specials



✓ ✓ ✓


– ✓ –

Appliances 2

Washrooms 1

Laundry ✓

Swimming Pool –




On Site Mgmt. ✓

NewlyRenovated –

Transit Route ✓








LAKEWOODAGENCIES


UN

IVER

SITY

OF

MAN

ITO

BA

Maralbo Ave. E.

Beliveau Rd.

St. M

ary’

s Rd

.

Dako

ts S

t. Eric S

t.

LOCATION

Intersection Beliveau Road & Eric Street, Winnipeg

Address 130 Beliveau Road & 88 Eric Street (Chelsea Place)

BUILDING DETAILS

Bedrooms Bach 1 2 3



Lease Term 1 year

Student Specials

Distance to School Approxiamtely 15 minutes by bus


✓ ✓ ✓


✓ ✓ –

Appliances 2

Washrooms 1

Laundry ✓

Swimming Pool –


✓

On Site Mgmt. ✓

Newly Renovated

✓

Transit Route ✓







COMPANY: Quality ManagementTELEPHONE: 204.452.0110 Ext. 116OFFICE HOURS: Contact office for details Email: [email protected]: www.qualitymanagement.net


UN

IVERSITY OF M

ANITO

BA

Maralbo Ave. E.

Beliveau Rd.

St. M

ary’

s Rd

.

Dako

ts S

t. Eric S

t.

LOCATION

Intersection Beliveau Road & Eric Street, Winnipeg

Address 130 Beliveau Road & 88 Eric Street (Chelsea Place)

BUILDING DETAILS

Bedrooms Bach 1 2 3



Lease Term 1 year

Student Specials

Distance to School Approxiamtely 15 minutes by bus


✓ ✓ ✓


✓ ✓ –

Appliances 2

Washrooms 1

Laundry ✓

Swimming Pool –


✓

On Site Mgmt. ✓

Newly Renovated

✓

Transit Route ✓








Dalhousie Dr.

Killarney Ave.

Mapleridge Ave.

Pem

bina

Hw

y

Ulst

er S

t.Gr

eyfri

ars

Rd.

LOCATION

Intersection Killarney Avenue & Greyfriars Road, Winnipeg

Address 130 Killarney Avenue (Killarney Gardens)

BUILDING DETAILS

Bedrooms Bach 1 2 3

Rate From $1079 $1126


Lease Term 1 year

Student Specials



✓ ✓ ✓


– ✓ –

Appliances 3

Washrooms 1

Laundry ✓

Swimming Pool –




On Site Mgmt. ✓

NewlyRenovated

✓

Transit Route ✓






LAKEWOODAGENCIES


UN

IVER

SITY

OF

MAN

ITO

BA

Bison Dr.

University of Manitoba

Chancellor Matheson Rd.

Pem

bina

Hw

y.

LOCATION

Intersection Pembina Hwy. & Bison Drive, Winnipeg

Address 50 & 70 Bison Drive (Bison Pointe I & II)


✓


✓ –

Appliances 5

Washrooms 1-2

Laundry ✓

Swimming Pool –


✓

COMPANY: Stevenson Management Services Ltd.TELEPHONE: 204-391-5651 (50 Bison) 204-269-0010 (70 Bison)OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm Website: www.bisonpointe.com

On Site Mgmt. ✓

Newly Constructed

✓

Transit Route –









BUILDING DETAILS

Bedrooms 1 1+Den 2



Lease Term 1 year

Student Specials Ask about our student special

Distance to School 15 minute walk, 3 minute drive to University of Manitoba

✓ Extra Parking

Tenant Pays Tenant Pays


UN

IVERSITY OF W

INN

IPEG

Bison Dr.

University of Manitoba

Chancellor Matheson Rd.

Pem

bina

Hw

y.

LOCATION

Intersection Pembina Hwy. & Bison Drive, Winnipeg

Address 50 & 70 Bison Drive (Bison Pointe I & II)


✓


✓ –

Appliances 5

Washrooms 1-2

Laundry ✓

Swimming Pool –


✓

COMPANY: Stevenson Management Services Ltd.TELEPHONE: 204-391-5651 (50 Bison) 204-269-0010 (70 Bison)OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm Website: www.bisonpointe.com

On Site Mgmt. ✓

Newly Constructed

✓

Transit Route –









BUILDING DETAILS

Bedrooms 1 1+Den 2



Lease Term 1 year

Student Specials Ask about our student special

Distance to School 15 minute walk, 3 minute drive to University of Manitoba

✓ Extra Parking

Tenant Pays Tenant Pays

Assiniboine River

Portage Ave.

Lodge Ave.

Mor

ay S

t.

Win

dham

Rd. Mor

ay S

t.

LOCATION

Intersection Portage Avenue & Windham Road, Winnipeg

Address 2600/2610 Portage Avenue

BUILDING DETAILS

Bedrooms Bach 1 2 3



Lease Term 1 year

Student Specials Pet Friendly (cats only)



– ✓ ✓


– ✓ –

Appliances 2

Washrooms 1

Laundry ✓

Swimming Pool –




On Site Mgmt. ✓

NewlyRenovated –

Transit Route ✓






LAKEWOODAGENCIES


MOVING TO YOURFIRST PLACE

FOR MANY FIRST-YEAR university or college students, a new school year means a new home.

Moving out for the first time can be a stressful change, an the transition to college or university on top of that can make it a very overwhelming experience. However, taking a few painless steps can make the move to the new “home away from home” go more smoothly.

Hard on you – and your parents too – it can leave you all physically and emotionally drained, if unprepared. It’s easy to get frustrated when faced with packing and condensing belongings which will ultimately have to fit in a small room in a space often shared by one, two, three or more people.

So here are some tips for parents and students to make the process easier:

START EARLY Don’t wait until the last minute to collect boxes and moving supplies. Start packing non-essential items immediately, such as seasonal clothing. Clearly label all boxes so unpacking is made easier.

TRY TO CONDENSE Go through belongings a second time before packing. Reduce the amount of items to move to start the school year clutter-free.

USE THE RIGHT SUPPLIES Shop around for competitive prices on supplies. Avoid using old shopping bags, laundry baskets or topless boxes to transport belongings. Items can get tossed around during the move and if loose items fall out, people can get hurt. Also, beware of using grocery store boxes

– they stored food and can carry bugs.

PACK SIMILAR ITEMS TOGETHER Label the boxes so they are easily identified. Pack similar items together. This will help you prioritize unpacking without making a huge mess.

DON’T OVER-PACK BOXES Remember, the heavier the item, the smaller the box.

USE ORIGINAL PACKAGING FOR LARGE ELECTRONICS WHEN POSSIBLE The safest way to transport electronics such as a computer, TV, mini-fridge or a microwave is to use the original packaging. If it’s not available, wrap the electronics in anti-static bubble wrap.

RECYCLE Buying reusable supplies such as high-quality containers is good for the wallet and for the environment. Most corrugated cardboard boxes can be easily folded and stored during the school year. Plastic storage bins with lids are also a good option. The containers you – or your parents – buy this year can be reused and recycled throughout your college or university career.

MO

VIN

G

BY CHUCK RESNICK

46

UN

IVERSITY OF W

INN

IPEG

Mai

n St

.

Dona

ld S

t.

BroadwaySmith

St.

LOCATION

Intersection Donald Street & Broadway, Winnipeg

Address 72 Donald Street (Chateau 100)

BUILDING DETAILS

Bedrooms Bach 1 2 3



Lease Term 1 year

Student Specials



✓ ✓ ✓

ParkingParkade Above Ground Street

✓ – –

Appliances 2

Washrooms 1

Laundry ✓

Swimming Pool –


✓


On Site Mgmt. ✓

Newly Renovated

✓

Transit Route ✓







MOVING TO YOURFIRST PLACE

FOR MANY FIRST-YEAR university or college students, a new school year means a new home.

Moving out for the first time can be a stressful change, an the transition to college or university on top of that can make it a very overwhelming experience. However, taking a few painless steps can make the move to the new “home away from home” go more smoothly.

Hard on you – and your parents too – it can leave you all physically and emotionally drained, if unprepared. It’s easy to get frustrated when faced with packing and condensing belongings which will ultimately have to fit in a small room in a space often shared by one, two, three or more people.

So here are some tips for parents and students to make the process easier:

START EARLY Don’t wait until the last minute to collect boxes and moving supplies. Start packing non-essential items immediately, such as seasonal clothing. Clearly label all boxes so unpacking is made easier.

TRY TO CONDENSE Go through belongings a second time before packing. Reduce the amount of items to move to start the school year clutter-free.

USE THE RIGHT SUPPLIES Shop around for competitive prices on supplies. Avoid using old shopping bags, laundry baskets or topless boxes to transport belongings. Items can get tossed around during the move and if loose items fall out, people can get hurt. Also, beware of using grocery store boxes

– they stored food and can carry bugs.

PACK SIMILAR ITEMS TOGETHER Label the boxes so they are easily identified. Pack similar items together. This will help you prioritize unpacking without making a huge mess.

DON’T OVER-PACK BOXES Remember, the heavier the item, the smaller the box.

USE ORIGINAL PACKAGING FOR LARGE ELECTRONICS WHEN POSSIBLE The safest way to transport electronics such as a computer, TV, mini-fridge or a microwave is to use the original packaging. If it’s not available, wrap the electronics in anti-static bubble wrap.

RECYCLE Buying reusable supplies such as high-quality containers is good for the wallet and for the environment. Most corrugated cardboard boxes can be easily folded and stored during the school year. Plastic storage bins with lids are also a good option. The containers you – or your parents – buy this year can be reused and recycled throughout your college or university career.

MO

VIN

G

BY CHUCK RESNICK


UN

IVER

SITY

OF

WIN

NIP

EG

Hwy

1St

. Mar

y’s

Rd.

Dona

ld S

t.

Stradbrook Ave.

Red River

LOCATION

Intersection Donald Street & Stradbrook Avenue, Winnipeg

Address 3 Donald Street & 240 Stradbrook Avenue (Riverview Towers)

BUILDING DETAILS

Bedrooms Bach 1 2 3



Lease Term 1 year

Student Specials



✓ ✓ ✓


✓ – –

Appliances 2

Washrooms 1

Laundry ✓

Swimming Pool –


✓


On Site Mgmt. ✓

Newly Renovated

✓

Transit Route ✓









UN

IVERSITY OF W

INN

IPEG

Hwy

1St

. Mar

y’s

Rd.

Dona

ld S

t.

Stradbrook Ave.

Red River

LOCATION

Intersection Donald Street & Stradbrook Avenue, Winnipeg

Address 3 Donald Street & 240 Stradbrook Avenue (Riverview Towers)

BUILDING DETAILS

Bedrooms Bach 1 2 3



Lease Term 1 year

Student Specials



✓ ✓ ✓


✓ – –

Appliances 2

Washrooms 1

Laundry ✓

Swimming Pool –


✓


On Site Mgmt. ✓

Newly Renovated

✓

Transit Route ✓








Colon

y St.

Portage Ave.

University of Winnipeg

St. Mary Ave.

Mem

oria

l Blvd

.

LOCATION

Intersection Colony Street at St. Mary Avenue, Winnipeg

Address 320 Colony Street

BUILDING DETAILS

Bedrooms Bach 1 2 3

Rate From $920 $1200 $1400

Occupancy Date August 2016

Lease Term 1 year

Student Specials

Distance to School Across the street from the University of Winnipeg


✓ ✓ ✓


– ✓ ✓

Appliances 3

Washrooms 1

Laundry ✓

Swimming Pool –


COMPANY: Downtown CommonsTELEPHONE: 204.988.7678Email: [email protected]: www.downtowncommons.ca

On Site Mgmt. ✓

NewlyRenovated –

Transit Route ✓









RENTING WITH PETS

FINDING A GOOD RENTAL at a decent price is hard enough, without the added task of finding one that’s pet friendly too. I accept that not everyone loves dogs as much as I do, but does that mean they can deny me an apartment, charge a fee or evict me?

If you’re a pet owner in Ontario, chances are you’ve heard that landlords can’t really tell you that you aren’t allowed to have a dog or cat in the unit. While it’s mostly true, it’s not really helpful advice.

It is true in Ontario that a “no pets” clause in a lease is void (unless you’re renting in a condo building where the condo’s declaration forbids pets). So, if you keep quiet about your pets, sign the lease and move in with your fluffy family, your landlord can’t kick you out just because you signed that lease. Landlords can, however, decide not to rent to you because you have a pet. So either you accept that and look for pet friendly places, or you lie and hope for the best.

Lying doesn’t exactly lead to a positive landlord-tenant relationship. While landlords cannot evict you for disregarding the “no pets” clause, they can evict you if they are able to prove that your pet is dangerous, causing damage, or interfering with the enjoyment of the landlord or other tenants – this can even be an allergic reaction to your furry friend.

It works a little differently in British Columbia and Alberta. If a lease states no pets, it means no pets. If you disregard that part of your lease, your landlord can consider you in breach of your agreement and you can be evicted.

In Ontario, it’s illegal for landlords to ask for deposits for anything other than last month’s rent. In Alberta, landlords can

charge a non-refundable pet fee. This fee takes into account actual pet-related damages that could occur. It must be a reasonable amount. BC landlords can also ask for a pet damage deposit at the start of a tenancy, but it cannot be more than half of one month’s rent, regardless of how many pets the tenant has. This sets an exact amount and leaves nothing to a landlord’s discretion, but given the average rental price in a city like Vancouver, for instance, the deposit can end up being a hefty one.

As a dog owner myself, I might argue this could be the way to go. I know we’d all like to avoid extra deposits and fees, but maybe landlords in cities like Toronto would be more open to allowing pets if they had some financial reassurance.

On the other hand, why should pet owners have to pay a fee or deposit? There are many other types of damages for which landlords don’t get to take deposits – they can’t ask for a deposit if they think you’ll leave water running in the bathroom, or if they think you look accident prone.

So, where does this leave you as a pet owner and renter? Well, truthfully, probably right where you started, but hopefully now you at least know your rights and what to expect during your next search.

TH

E R

EN

TA

LIS

T

BY JACKIE MARCHILDON

50

UN

IVERSITY OF W

INN

IPEG

Assiniboine River

Portage Ave.

Lodge Ave.

Mor

ay S

t.

Olive

St.

Why

tew

old

Rd.

LOCATION

Intersection Portage Avenue & Olive Street, Winnipeg

Address 2440 Portage Avenue (Birchwood Terrace)

BUILDING DETAILS

Bedrooms Bach 1 2 3

Rate From $795 $926 $1016


Lease Term 1 year

Student Specials



– ✓ ✓


✓ ✓ –

Appliances 2

Washrooms 1

Laundry ✓

Swimming Pool ✓




On Site Mgmt. ✓

NewlyRenovated –

Transit Route ✓






LAKEWOODAGENCIES

RENTING WITH PETS

FINDING A GOOD RENTAL at a decent price is hard enough, without the added task of finding one that’s pet friendly too. I accept that not everyone loves dogs as much as I do, but does that mean they can deny me an apartment, charge a fee or evict me?

If you’re a pet owner in Ontario, chances are you’ve heard that landlords can’t really tell you that you aren’t allowed to have a dog or cat in the unit. While it’s mostly true, it’s not really helpful advice.

It is true in Ontario that a “no pets” clause in a lease is void (unless you’re renting in a condo building where the condo’s declaration forbids pets). So, if you keep quiet about your pets, sign the lease and move in with your fluffy family, your landlord can’t kick you out just because you signed that lease. Landlords can, however, decide not to rent to you because you have a pet. So either you accept that and look for pet friendly places, or you lie and hope for the best.

Lying doesn’t exactly lead to a positive landlord-tenant relationship. While landlords cannot evict you for disregarding the “no pets” clause, they can evict you if they are able to prove that your pet is dangerous, causing damage, or interfering with the enjoyment of the landlord or other tenants – this can even be an allergic reaction to your furry friend.

It works a little differently in British Columbia and Alberta. If a lease states no pets, it means no pets. If you disregard that part of your lease, your landlord can consider you in breach of your agreement and you can be evicted.

In Ontario, it’s illegal for landlords to ask for deposits for anything other than last month’s rent. In Alberta, landlords can

charge a non-refundable pet fee. This fee takes into account actual pet-related damages that could occur. It must be a reasonable amount. BC landlords can also ask for a pet damage deposit at the start of a tenancy, but it cannot be more than half of one month’s rent, regardless of how many pets the tenant has. This sets an exact amount and leaves nothing to a landlord’s discretion, but given the average rental price in a city like Vancouver, for instance, the deposit can end up being a hefty one.

As a dog owner myself, I might argue this could be the way to go. I know we’d all like to avoid extra deposits and fees, but maybe landlords in cities like Toronto would be more open to allowing pets if they had some financial reassurance.

On the other hand, why should pet owners have to pay a fee or deposit? There are many other types of damages for which landlords don’t get to take deposits – they can’t ask for a deposit if they think you’ll leave water running in the bathroom, or if they think you look accident prone.

So, where does this leave you as a pet owner and renter? Well, truthfully, probably right where you started, but hopefully now you at least know your rights and what to expect during your next search.

TH

E R

EN

TA

LIS

T

BY JACKIE MARCHILDON


SIM

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FRAS

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NIVE

RSIT

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WAN

TLEN

CO

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E 104 Ave.

102 Ave.

128

St.

132

St.

King

Geo

rge

Blvd

.

LOCATION

Intersection 102 Avenue at 128 Street, Surrey, BC

Address 12747 - 102 Avenue

BUILDING DETAILS

Bedrooms Bachelor 1 (Classic) 1 (Elite) 2

Rate From $729 $839

Occupancy Date 1st of each month

Lease Term 6 to 12 months

Student Specials

Distance to School Less than 3 km


– ✓ ✓


– ✓ ✓

Appliances 2

Washrooms 1

Laundry ✓

Swimming Pool –


✓

On Site Mgmt. ✓

Newly Renovated

✓

Transit Route ✓

Subway Route N/A






COMPANY: Surrey Gardens (Murray Hill Development Ltd.)TELEPHONE: 604.589.7040OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Friday Saturday - Sunday 9am - 7pm 9am - 5pm Email: [email protected]: www.greatapartments.ca


104 Ave.

102 Ave.

128

St.

132

St.

King

Geo

rge

Blvd

.

LOCATION

Intersection 102 Avenue at 128 Street, Surrey, BC

Address 12747 - 102 Avenue

BUILDING DETAILS

Bedrooms Bachelor 1 (Classic) 1 (Elite) 2

Rate From $729 $839

Occupancy Date 1st of each month

Lease Term 6 to 12 months

Student Specials

Distance to School Less than 3 km


– ✓ ✓


– ✓ ✓

Appliances 2

Washrooms 1

Laundry ✓

Swimming Pool –


✓

On Site Mgmt. ✓

Newly Renovated

✓

Transit Route ✓

Subway Route N/A






COMPANY: Surrey Gardens (Murray Hill Development Ltd.)TELEPHONE: 604.589.7040OFFICE HOURS: Monday - Friday Saturday - Sunday 9am - 7pm 9am - 5pm Email: [email protected]: www.greatapartments.ca

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STARTING AT $1200WIFI, WATER & HEAT INCLUDED

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Only pay half the rent from May toAugust when you live with us!*

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* Some conditions apply. Must show a valid Student ID. Offer available to existing Residents and new move ins.* Some conditions apply Must show a valid Student ID Offer available to existing Residents and new move ins

this Summerfor LessRent

Only pay half the rent from May toAugust when you live with us!*

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647.361.6652www.RentWithConcert.com

• Stylish studios, 1 bedrooms, 1 bedrooms + den, 2 bedrooms and2 bedrooms + den

• Walking distance to Ryerson University and George Brown; steps from downtown Toronto’s entertainment district

• Amenities include a multi-storey party room, 24 hr fi tness centre, private theatre, TV lounge and business centre with wireless internet

• Concert signature round-the-clock service: Concert On-Call

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Monday to Thursday: 9:30am - 6pmFriday & Saturday: 8:30am - 5pmSunday: Closed

One32Rentals.com

Close to George Brown College, King Campus • TTC just steps away

132 Berkeley St.,Toronto

647.874.2108

[email protected]

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