Off Campus Housing Rentals

Finding off-campus housing can be difficult and time consuming. We would like to help make the process as easy as possible for you. Here is the list of the resources and information for the off-campus housing rentals.

Where should I look?

When looking at the addresses of potential rentals, or touring the area, the following are some of the different streets that are close to the university, and generally within walking distance or a quick bus ride.

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Hotels Near TRU

Nearby hotels/motels provide a temporary solution to short-term housing needs arising at the last minute. Monthly/weekly rental works best for temporary stay.

*Rates are subject to change, please check with the establishment.If you would like to book a room at other hotel/motel than the ones listed above, please contact ISA for information about the property.

Hotel	Distance to TRU	Kitchenette	Services	Facilities	Rate
Ramada By Wyndham Kamloops 555 West Columbia Street 1-250-374-0358	14 minutes by bus	common kitchen	bedding, bath linen, towels	1-minute walk to the bus stop, direct bus to TRU, Wi-Fi and Hydro included, coin laundry facility available on-site, heated rooms, microwave, coffee maker and fridge in the room, television, hot tub.	$1,250/28 days for single occupancy $1400/28 days double occupancy $500 security deposit
Plaza Hotel Kamloops Downtown 405 Victoria Street 1-250-377-8075 [email protected]	20 minutes by bus	common kitchen	bedding,  cookware, bath linen	1-minute walk to the bus stop, direct bus to TRU, Wi-Fi and Hydro included, Coin laundry facility available on-site, heated rooms, microwave, coffee maker and fridge in the room, cable television, free local calls, non-pet friendly rooms, free access to YMCA gym and swimming pool.	$1,200/month for single occupancy (or $500 weekly) $1,500/month for double occupancy $3,500 for 4 months/semester (student special rate) 50% security deposit
Days Inn 1855 Rogers Place 1-250-574-9922 [email protected]	20 minutes by bus	not available	bedding,  cookware, bath linen	Tiffin service is available except for Monday (Indian food only).	$1,800/month for single occupancy $2,350 for double occupancy
Scott's Inn & Suites 551 11th Avenue 1-250-819-1849 [email protected]	30 minutes	available	bedding,  cookware, bath linen	24 hour student lounge with full kitchen facilities,  Free Wifi and cable package,  Weekly housekeeping,  Onsite laundry (for a fee),  15% off onsite restaurant & takeout options,  Free parking,  Central downtown location	$1,900/month for single occupancy $2,100/month for double occupancy
Roadway Inn & Suites 1200 Rogers Way 1-250-374-8100 [email protected]	10-15  minutes by bus	available	bedding,  cookware, bath linen	free wifi, laundry,  fridge, stove, microwave,  phone, local calls,  cable tv, coffee maker	Non-kitchen room rate: $1,500/month + taxes Kitchen room rate: $1,800/month + taxes Note: maximum 2 adults per room, deposit required
Country View Motor Inn 176 Comazzetto Rd 1-250-374-7222 [email protected]	30 minutes	available	bedding,  cookware, bath linen	free wifi, laundry,  refrigerator, stove,  microwave, phone,  local calls, cable TV, coffee maker,  indoor pool,  hot tub	$1200/month for double kitchen, double occupancy $900/month for single kitchen, double occupancy $900/month for single non-kitchenette, double occupancy

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Private Apartments

Apartment Complex	Address in Kamloops	Manager/Contact
Columbia Manor	1336 Columbia St	Rob McCauley 250-851-2826
The Oaks Apartments, The Pines Apartments	373 and 423 Battle St.	Kathleen Lewis 250-374-3429
Peterson Landing Apartments	1430 Summit Dr.	Kathleen Lewis 250-374-3429
Viscount Villa, Rembrandt, Sun City Court, Arrowstone Manor, Hillsview Apartments	277, 293, 383, 403, 423 Arrowstone Dr.	Shawn Curtis 250-819-3691
Kelson Manor Apartments	465 and 481 Greenstone Dr.	Jesse Royce 250-682-0450
Dufferin Terrace Apartments	525 Dalgleish Dr.	Jesse Royce 250-682-0450
Stetson Place	595 Dalgleish Dr.	Jillian Royce 250-314-4490
College Manor	670 McBeth Pl.	Jillian Royce 250-314-4490
Aberdeen Apartments	949, 1051, 1103 Hugh Allan Dr.	Rhonda Tomlin 250-299-8740
Glynnwood Terrace Apartments	1140 Hugh Allan Dr.	Rhonda Tomlin 250-299-8740
Legacy Square and Liberty Pointe Apartments	895 and 865 University Dr.	Rhonda Tomlin 250-299-8740
Summit Village Residences	1415 Summit Dr.	250-320-0538
Columbia Property Management	Office: #101-388 First Ave.	250-851-9310

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Rental Listings

• TRU Students' Union Housing Registry
• Kijiji Kamloops
• Kelson Group
• Columbia Property Management
• Kamloops This Week
• Facebook for TRU Students
• Off campus rental for TRU international Students
• Sunden Management
• CML Properties
• UR, The Online Rental Marketplace
• Gateway Property Management
• Craigslist Kamloops
• Rent Faster 
• Zoeken

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Important tips for renting

Inspecting an apartment

When you view rental housing, check these important features:

• Are there locks on all doors?
• Do the appliances work? Check the fridge and try turning on the stove.
• Do the shower and taps work? Try turning them on.
• Is the carpet clean? Ask the landlord if the carpet will be cleaned or changed before you move in.
• How loud is traffic noise when the windows are open?
• What does the rent include? For example, will you have to pay extra for any of the following: heat, electricity, cable, laundry facilities, fridge, stove, storage, or parking?

Protect yourself

• Never send any money before seeing the rental unit and meeting with the landlord face to face. If they are asking you to send money before seeing the place, it is probably a scam and should be avoided!
• Do not sign a lease that states how long you must stay unless you intend to stay for that period of time.
• Make sure you have a written tenancy agreement with the owner or manager of the property.
• Do not take over a rental from another student who is renting and leaving the country without having your own agreement in writing with the landlord.
• Do not sign any documents that you don’t fully understand. If you need clarification make an appointment with an ISA
• Designate someone who lives in BC to act as your agent in dispute resolution in case you need to return to your home country before the landlord has returned your security deposit. Contact the Residential Tenancy Branch to do this.
• Do participate in a move-in and a move-out inspection, or else risk losing your deposit. Don’t pay a deposit for a place you are not sure you want, or you may lose your deposit.
• Do get an original copy of your condition inspection report after you sign it. Don’t sign the condition inspection form until you indicate on the report if you disagree with any of your landlord’s statements on the report.
• Do make sure you have your landlord’s name, phone number, and address before you have a problem. Don’t expect to be reimbursed for repairs you do yourself unless your landlord agrees to it in writing.
• Do insist on receiving a notice of rent increase on the proper form. Don’t sign something agreeing to an above guideline rent increase if you don’t want to accept it.

Finally…trust your instincts. If your first meeting with a potential landlord is not good, it’s likely you’ll have problems with that person and should not rent from him/her. Don’t sign an agreement or pay a deposit unless you are absolutely sure you want to move in to the place.

For a more detailed explanation of the topics mentioned, here please refer to The Tenant Survival Guide.