What does rent look like in Oshawa?

Not enough active listings in Oshawa yet to give a range — check back soon. Shared rooms CA$700–950/mo. North Oshawa around the shared Ontario Tech and Durham College campus.

How do I find a roommate in Oshawa?

14 people are currently looking for roommates in Oshawa. Large Indian student community at Durham College and Ontario Tech. Post what you need and let people come to you — messaging is free.

What's the international community like in Oshawa?

Large Indian student community at Durham College and Ontario Tech. 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 Oshawa?

Start looking 2–3 months before your intake. September and January are the busiest months, and rooms near the big colleges go first. Look within walking distance of Simcoe St N — buses get busy at class changeovers.

Can I find housing in Oshawa before I arrive?

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

Roommates & housing in Oshawa for students & professionals abroad

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

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Frequently asked questions

What does rent look like in Oshawa?: Not enough active listings in Oshawa yet to give a range — check back soon. Shared rooms CA$700–950/mo. North Oshawa around the shared Ontario Tech and Durham College campus.
What's public transit like in Oshawa?: Durham Region Transit buses with a student pass; GO trains from Oshawa station to Toronto.
How do I find a roommate in Oshawa?: 14 people are currently looking for roommates in Oshawa. Large Indian student community at Durham College and Ontario Tech. Post what you need and let people come to you — messaging is free.
What's the international community like in Oshawa?: Large Indian student community at Durham College and Ontario Tech. 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 Oshawa?: Start looking 2–3 months before your intake. September and January are the busiest months, and rooms near the big colleges go first. Look within walking distance of Simcoe St N — buses get busy at class changeovers.
Can I find housing in Oshawa before I arrive?: Yes — most international students in Oshawa 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 Oshawa are posted. Everything is free.

How to find roommates & housing in Oshawa

North Oshawa around the shared Ontario Tech and Durham College campus. Durham Region Transit buses with a student pass; GO trains from Oshawa station to Toronto. Look within walking distance of Simcoe St N — buses get busy at class changeovers. 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 Oshawa 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 Oshawa. In-app messaging keeps your details private until you're ready to exchange them.