What does rent look like in Calgary?

Not enough active listings in Calgary yet to give a range — check back soon. Shared rooms CA$750–1,000/mo. Varsity and Brentwood near UCalgary, downtown and the Beltline near SAIT and Bow Valley, and Lincoln Park near Mount Royal.

How do I find a roommate in Calgary?

8 people are currently looking for roommates in Calgary. Large South Asian community in northeast Calgary — Taradale, Saddle Ridge and Martindale. Post what you need and let people come to you — messaging is free.

What's the international community like in Calgary?

Large South Asian community in northeast Calgary — Taradale, Saddle Ridge and Martindale. 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 Calgary?

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 a CTrain station make the commute easy, even in winter.

Can I find housing in Calgary before I arrive?

Yes — most international students in Calgary 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 Calgary are posted. Everything is free.

Roommates & housing in Calgary for students & professionals abroad

Rooms, apartments, roommates, and shared housing for students and professionals in Calgary. Browse free listings and curated posts from local housing groups. Get emailed when new listings in Calgary fit. Find a flatmate or shared apartment — completely free.

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Frequently asked questions

What does rent look like in Calgary?: Not enough active listings in Calgary yet to give a range — check back soon. Shared rooms CA$750–1,000/mo. Varsity and Brentwood near UCalgary, downtown and the Beltline near SAIT and Bow Valley, and Lincoln Park near Mount Royal.
What's public transit like in Calgary?: Calgary Transit CTrain and buses; UCalgary, SAIT and MRU students get a UPass.
How do I find a roommate in Calgary?: 8 people are currently looking for roommates in Calgary. Large South Asian community in northeast Calgary — Taradale, Saddle Ridge and Martindale. Post what you need and let people come to you — messaging is free.
What's the international community like in Calgary?: Large South Asian community in northeast Calgary — Taradale, Saddle Ridge and Martindale. 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 Calgary?: 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 a CTrain station make the commute easy, even in winter.
Can I find housing in Calgary before I arrive?: Yes — most international students in Calgary 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 Calgary are posted. Everything is free.

How to find roommates & housing in Calgary

Varsity and Brentwood near UCalgary, downtown and the Beltline near SAIT and Bow Valley, and Lincoln Park near Mount Royal. Calgary Transit CTrain and buses; UCalgary, SAIT and MRU students get a UPass. Rooms near a CTrain station make the commute easy, even in winter. 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 Calgary 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 Calgary. In-app messaging keeps your details private until you're ready to exchange them.