Vanmates manages furnished student rooms near the University of Toronto, TMU, and York — in The Annex, Riverdale, Liberty Village, and Midtown. Every home is verified, and rent is genuinely all-in: Wi-Fi, utilities, and weekly cleaning are included, with 24/7 WhatsApp support in your language. We've placed international students in Toronto homes since 2016, and most of them booked before they ever landed in Canada — with a real address for their study permit and a self-check-in guide waiting.
Co-living from $950/mo · homestays from $1,300/mo · all-in, no surprise bills
One monthly price covers everything. No separate utility, internet, or cleaning bills — the number you see is the number you pay.
Pricing last reviewed: July 2026. All prices in CAD and include Wi-Fi, utilities, and weekly common-area cleaning.
Pulled directly from our internal inventory — real rooms accepting bookings today. If nothing matches, you'll always get a next step.
We pick homes for real transit access, not just postcode. Here's roughly how long you'll travel from our neighborhoods.
Every neighborhood is chosen for transit, safety, and walkable amenities. Here's what to expect from each.
Walk to U of T · Bloor subway on your doorstep
The Annex is the classic U of T student neighborhood — Victorian houses, bookshops and cafés along Bloor, and a 5–10 minute walk to the St. George campus. Our Annex homes are character houses with shared kitchens, typically 4–6 bedrooms, and they go fastest each September. Best fit for U of T and OCAD students who want to be close and skip the commute.
East-end character · 501/504 streetcar to downtown
Riverdale and Leslieville are Toronto's east-end favourites — leafy streets, brunch spots on Queen East, and a 15–18 minute ride downtown on the 501 Queen or 504 King streetcar. Our homes here are detached houses that suit students who want a quieter, community feel with a clean transit line into the core. Great value for the space you get.
Walkable to TMU/OCAD · restaurants & the 504
Liberty Village and King West are the walkable, energetic side of downtown — converted lofts, gyms, and restaurants everywhere, with the 504 King streetcar taking you to TMU and OCAD in 10–12 minutes. Our units here lean modern and central, ideal for students who want nightlife, coworking, and campus all within reach.
Yonge subway · best value · homestays
Midtown and North York give you the most space for your money and direct Yonge-line subway access to campus and downtown. Our homes here are the best value in the city and include many of our homestays, so they suit York and Seneca students and first-time arrivals who want a calm, well-connected base. This is where a lot of new students start.
Three ways to live as a student in Toronto. Here's how they compare on the things that matter.
| Co-living | Homestay | Private suite | |
|---|---|---|---|
| From (all-in) | $950/mo | $1,300/mo | $1,500/mo |
| Meals | Self-catered, shared kitchen | Two meals a day included | Self-catered, own kitchen |
| Best for | Social students on a budget | Under-25s & first arrivals | Couples & co-op students |
| Privacy | Private room, shared spaces | Private room in a family home | Fully self-contained |
| Support | House manager + 24/7 WhatsApp | Host family + 24/7 WhatsApp | 24/7 WhatsApp |
"I booked my Annex room from Mumbai before I flew. The video tour matched exactly, and I had keys and a check-in guide waiting. Walking to U of T on day one was unreal."
"All-in pricing is real — one payment, no hidden hydro or internet bills. The house manager fixed our heater the same day I messaged on WhatsApp."
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Not ready to book, or can't find the right room? Send your details and we'll match you to available homes — and add you to the priority list so you hear first when new rooms open.
Vanmates student rooms in Toronto start at CAD$950/month for co-living in Midtown or North York. The Annex, Riverdale, and Liberty Village rooms typically run CAD$1,150–$1,500, and private suites reach CAD$1,900. Every price is all-in: rent covers Wi-Fi, utilities, weekly cleaning, and 24/7 WhatsApp support, so there are no surprise bills.
Our Annex homes are the closest — a 5–10 minute walk to the U of T St. George campus, with Bathurst and Spadina stations on the Bloor–Danforth subway line right there. Liberty Village is about 20 minutes by the 504 King streetcar. If you need to be on campus daily, we'll steer you toward The Annex; message us and we'll match you to the right home.
Yes — most of our international students reserve before landing. We do a video walkthrough of the room, share the exact lease terms and total move-in cost up front, and hold the room with a deposit. You get keys and a self-check-in guide before you fly, so you have a confirmed address for your study permit and arrival.
Most Toronto rooms have a 3-month minimum. After the first three months you can leave with 30 days' notice, which suits students on a single semester or co-op term. Homestays are typically booked by the term (4 months) and align with U of T and TMU intake dates.
September is our tightest window because the Canadian academic year starts. We recommend reserving 4–6 weeks ahead for a September move-in. May–August has the most availability. If nothing matches your dates right now, join the priority list and we'll alert you the moment a matching room opens.
Live with a vetted local family, two meals a day included. Best for younger students and first arrivals.
Explore homestays →How our managed shared homes work — pricing, what's included, and who they suit.
Learn about co-living →Rooms, budgets, and commute options built specifically around the University of Toronto.
See U of T options →Browse real available rooms or get matched by our team — we typically reply on WhatsApp within an hour.