Roommates & housing in Barrie for students & professionals abroad
Rooms, apartments, roommates, and shared housing for students and professionals in Barrie. Browse free listings and curated posts from local housing groups. Get emailed when new listings in Barrie fit. Find a flatmate or shared apartment — completely free.
Frequently asked questions
- What does rent look like in Barrie?
- Not enough active listings in Barrie yet to give a range — check back soon. Shared rooms CA$750–1,000/mo. Near Georgian College in the north end and around the waterfront.
- What's public transit like in Barrie?
- Barrie Transit buses; GO trains to Toronto from Allandale and Barrie South.
- How do I find a roommate in Barrie?
- 3 people are currently looking for roommates in Barrie. Growing international student community at Georgian College. Post what you need and let people come to you — messaging is free.
- What's the international community like in Barrie?
- Growing international student community at Georgian College. HomiesAbroad lists rooms and roommate requests from people in the same situation — browse or post what you need.
- When should I start looking for housing in Barrie?
- Start looking 2–3 months before your intake. September and January are the busiest months, and rooms near the big colleges go first. Rooms near Georgian Dr save the commute; winter walks can be long, so check the bus stop.
- Can I find housing in Barrie before I arrive?
- Yes — most international students in Barrie secure housing before they land. Browse listings, message hosts, and arrange a video tour through HomiesAbroad from anywhere in the world. Post a listing to get emailed when new rooms in Barrie are posted. Everything is free.
How to find roommates & housing in Barrie
Near Georgian College in the north end and around the waterfront. Barrie Transit buses; GO trains to Toronto from Allandale and Barrie South. Rooms near Georgian Dr save the commute; winter walks can be long, so check the bus stop. Canadian leases usually run 12 months, and many landlords ask for first and last month's rent up front. Basement suites in family homes are common — get a written agreement. Never send money before a video tour.
Finding a roommate in Barrie is one of the easiest ways to lower costs and settle in faster. Share your housing preferences and budget on HomiesAbroad, and connect with other people relocating to Barrie. In-app messaging keeps your details private until you're ready to exchange them.