The University of Toronto provides high quality housing, including family housing, facilities on-campus, enhancing the integration of its diverse body of students into the campus community. The University also offers several resources to assist students in finding affordable off-campus housing, as well as temporary or emergency accommodations.
On Campus: Residences
UTSC Residences
The UTSC Student Housing and Residence Life department provides residents with a balanced living and learning environment that supports the academic mission of the University of Toronto.
UTM Residences
The UTM Residence Centre provides an on-campus living experience to over 1100 students in a variety of accommodations. With townhouses and apartments for undergraduate students. all of whom are guaranteed a single room, and a range of housing options for graduate students and students with families, the UTM Residence is committed to providing an inclusive, supportive learning environment for all members of the community.
St. George Residences
There are a variety of residences available on its St. George Campus. Check out the helpful Residence Chart (pdf) to compare the student housing facilities available to single students on the St. George Campus, and where they are located. Students not eligible for U of T's First Year Residence Guarantee are encouraged to apply directly to each and every residence that they wish to be considered for.
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Residences for undergraduate students only
Residences for undergraduate, 2nd-entry program, and graduate students
Residences for 2nd-entry program and graduate students only
Family Housing
Housing for students and their families is available at both the St. George and UTM campuses. At St. George, there are 713 unfurnished bachelor, one and two bedroom units in two 20-storey high-rise towers located at 30 and 35 Charles St. W. Priority is given to couples, couples with children and single parents. Applications are available on-line and at the Student Housing Service (Koffler Student Services Centre). While many students can be housed within one to two years of their application, this is only an average, and the length of wait depends on many variables, the most important of which is the supply of vacant apartments in any given month.
At UTM, there are 84 two-bedroom unfurnished apartments, suitable for two children, in a modern, well-kept townhouse complex. First priority is given to families. One wheelchair accessible apartment is available. Call 905-828-5342.
Off Campus Housing
Student Housing Services is the main source of housing information at the U of T. Use the Student Housing Rental Search and other handy resources in your quest for off campus accommodations.
Landlords
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Student Housing Services provides helpful information about
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Tenant Housing division at Downtown Legal Services provides legal services to tenants who are being treated unfairly by their landlords.
Temporary and Emergency Housing
Students who find themselves facing a
temporary housing crisis due to financial difficulties, eviction or other problems should contact the Emergency Housing Coordinator at the Student Housing Service (416-978-8045). The Coordinator will help you locate appropriate short term housing and provide referrals to other services at the University and in the Toronto area. The Coordinator will also help you locate more suitable long term housing. Students who need short-term shelter from absuive situations can contact an Intake Worker during office hours through Counselling and Learning Skills Services at 416-978-7970 or after office hours through Campus Police at 416-978-2323.