What does rent look like in St. John's?

Not enough active listings in St. John's yet to give a range — check back soon. Affordable — shared rooms CA$600–850/mo. Near Memorial University and around Elizabeth Ave and Churchill Square.

How do I find a roommate in St. John's?

2 people are currently looking for roommates in St. John's. Growing Indian student community at Memorial. Post what you need and let people come to you — messaging is free.

What's the international community like in St. John's?

Growing Indian student community at Memorial. 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 St. John's?

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 Churchill Square are walkable to MUN — winters are windy and snowy.

Can I find housing in St. John's before I arrive?

Yes — most international students in St. John's 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 St. John's are posted. Everything is free.

Roommates & housing in St. John's for students & professionals abroad

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

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Frequently asked questions

What does rent look like in St. John's?: Not enough active listings in St. John's yet to give a range — check back soon. Affordable — shared rooms CA$600–850/mo. Near Memorial University and around Elizabeth Ave and Churchill Square.
What's public transit like in St. John's?: Metrobus with a MUN student pass.
How do I find a roommate in St. John's?: 2 people are currently looking for roommates in St. John's. Growing Indian student community at Memorial. Post what you need and let people come to you — messaging is free.
What's the international community like in St. John's?: Growing Indian student community at Memorial. 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 St. John's?: 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 Churchill Square are walkable to MUN — winters are windy and snowy.
Can I find housing in St. John's before I arrive?: Yes — most international students in St. John's 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 St. John's are posted. Everything is free.

How to find roommates & housing in St. John's

Near Memorial University and around Elizabeth Ave and Churchill Square. Metrobus with a MUN student pass. Rooms near Churchill Square are walkable to MUN — winters are windy and snowy. 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 St. John's 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 St. John's. In-app messaging keeps your details private until you're ready to exchange them.