Roommates & housing in Surrey for students & professionals abroad
Rooms, apartments, roommates, and shared housing for students and professionals in Surrey. Browse free listings and curated posts from local housing groups. Get emailed when new listings in Surrey fit. Find a flatmate or shared apartment — completely free.
Frequently asked questions
- What does rent look like in Surrey?
- Not enough active listings in Surrey yet to give a range — check back soon. Shared and basement rooms CA$800–1,100/mo. Newton and Whalley near KPU, and Surrey Central near SFU Surrey.
- What's public transit like in Surrey?
- SkyTrain Expo Line to Surrey Central and King George, plus TransLink buses.
- How do I find a roommate in Surrey?
- 23 people are currently looking for roommates in Surrey. One of Canada's largest Punjabi communities — Newton and Scott Rd are lined with Indian businesses. Post what you need and let people come to you — messaging is free.
- What's the international community like in Surrey?
- One of Canada's largest Punjabi communities — Newton and Scott Rd are lined with Indian businesses. 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 Surrey?
- Start looking 2–3 months before your intake. September and January are the busiest months, and rooms near the big colleges go first. Basement suites are the norm — confirm a separate entrance and what the rent includes.
- Can I find housing in Surrey before I arrive?
- Yes — most international students in Surrey 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 Surrey are posted. Everything is free.
How to find roommates & housing in Surrey
Newton and Whalley near KPU, and Surrey Central near SFU Surrey. SkyTrain Expo Line to Surrey Central and King George, plus TransLink buses. Basement suites are the norm — confirm a separate entrance and what the rent includes. 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 Surrey 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 Surrey. In-app messaging keeps your details private until you're ready to exchange them.