Vanmates manages furnished student rooms built around U of T's St. George campus. Our Annex homes are a 5–10 minute walk to most departments, so you can roll out of bed and be in a lecture hall in minutes. Beyond The Annex we place students along the Bloor–Danforth subway and the 501 Queen / 504 King streetcar lines, so wherever you live you're a single transfer from campus. Rent is genuinely all-in — Wi-Fi, utilities, and weekly cleaning included, with 24/7 WhatsApp support in your language — and most of our international students book before they ever land 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
At UTM (Mississauga) or UTSC (Scarborough)? Those campuses are a long commute from downtown — message us and we'll point you to the right area. Our homes suit St. George students.
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 to U of T from our neighbourhoods.
Every neighbourhood is chosen for transit, safety, and walkable amenities. Here's what to expect from each.
Closest to campus · classic student streets
The Annex is the classic U of T neighbourhood — leafy Victorian streets, Bloor Street cafés and bookshops, and a 5–10 minute walk to most St. George departments. Our Annex homes are character houses with shared kitchens, typically 4–6 bedrooms, and they go fastest each September. Best fit for students who want to walk to class and don't mind paying a little more to be at the centre of it all.
Walkable · food, markets & a short stroll to campus
Just southwest of campus, Kensington Market and the Harbord Village edge are among the most walkable, character-rich pockets in the city — global street food, indie grocers, and a flat 15-minute walk or quick streetcar to St. George. Our homes here suit students who want energy and independence within easy reach of class.
East-end value · streetcar straight to the core
Riverdale gives you the most space for your money and a clean 501/504 streetcar line straight into downtown, 15–18 minutes from class. Quiet residential streets, the Danforth's Greek restaurants, and riverside parks make it a favourite for students who want value and calm over being in the thick of campus.
Subway value · ~20 min down the Yonge line
Midtown sits on the Yonge subway line, about 20 minutes from campus at Museum or St. George station. You get more room, leafy streets, and grocery and gym options at your doorstep, with a fast, weather-proof ride to class. Ideal for students who prefer a quieter home base and a reliable subway commute.
Three ways to live as a U of T student. 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 & grad 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 walked to my first U of T lecture in under ten minutes. First week in Toronto was completely stress-free."
"All-in pricing is real — one payment, no hidden hydro or internet bills. My Riverdale room was a 16-minute streetcar to campus and 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.
Our closest homes are in The Annex, a 5–10 minute walk to most U of T St. George departments — you can leave for a 9am lecture at 8:50. The Annex sits right on the northwest edge of campus, with Spadina and St. George subway stations on its doorstep. If you want to be able to walk to class, ask us for an Annex room; they go first each September.
From Riverdale or Leslieville it's about 15–18 minutes on the 501 Queen or 504 King streetcar into the core, then a short walk or subway hop to campus. Liberty Village connects by streetcar, and Midtown/North York is roughly 20 minutes down the Yonge subway line to Museum or St. George station. Bathurst, Spadina and St. George stations all serve the campus edge, so most of our homes put you a single transfer from class.
Co-living is the most affordable — a private bedroom in a managed shared home starts at CAD$950/month, all-in. The best value sits in Riverdale and Midtown, where the same budget buys more space and a clean subway or streetcar line to St. George. Homestays start at CAD$1,300 with two meals a day included, and private suites start at CAD$1,500. Every price covers Wi-Fi, utilities, weekly cleaning, and 24/7 WhatsApp support.
Yes, but message us first. Our downtown Toronto homes are built around the St. George campus, so they're not a daily commute to the Mississauga (UTM) or Scarborough (UTSC) campuses. Tell us which campus and program you're in and we'll point you to the right area — or the closest of our homes if you'll be spending time downtown too. A quick WhatsApp saves you a long commute.
Yes — most of our international U of T students reserve before landing. We do a video walkthrough, share the exact lease terms and total move-in cost up front, and hold the room with a deposit so you have a confirmed address for your study permit. September is the tightest window because U of T's fall term starts in early September, so book 4–6 weeks ahead. If nothing matches your dates, join the priority list and we'll alert you the moment an Annex or campus-area room opens.
The full picture on rooms, budgets, and neighbourhoods across the city — every campus, every price point.
See Toronto housing →Our closest neighbourhood to U of T — character houses, Bloor Street cafés, and a walk to campus.
Explore The Annex →Live with a vetted local family, two meals a day included. Best for younger students and first arrivals.
Explore homestays →Browse real available rooms or get matched by our team — we typically reply on WhatsApp within an hour.