Off-Campus Housing

Whether you’re choosing to live off campus or need to move out, Trinity Western University is here to support you. This guide is intended to help you find safe, affordable housing and connect you with resources for a smooth transition.

Student Life has worked with TWUSA, Spartan Athletics, the Alumni Department, and the Parent program to create the following options for students who were not able to secure a space on campus but still need or desire housing in the Langley or surrounding area.   

Housing Options


TWU Off-Campus Student Housing

TWU Student Off-Campus Housing connects students with a variety of local rental options and living arrangements to suit different needs and budgets. The platform helps match students with suitable accommodations for comfortable and supportive housing in the surrounding community.

For Students  | For Landlords

Please Note: Anyone looking for renters or roommates for any kind of accommodation (room in a house, basement suite, whole house, etc.) can post on this site. The site isn’t limited to TWU students, so you will need to do your own screening. The contact information you post on the Off-Campus Student Housing website may be indexed by Google and other search engines. If you are concerned about this, please utilize the 'Alternate Contact' feature to display only the information you wish to be made public. We recommend not using your last name or actual street number. This makes your ad less desirable for scammers to use since they need an actual physical address to send people to. Remember: if it is on the Internet, then it is going to be indexed without notice by other search engines.

Harmony Homestay 

Harmony Homestay has a diverse database of homestay families in the local area to be able to provide a variety of options for students when choosing a homestay family. They will work to provide the best possible match for each student and host family.   

Harmony Homestay 

Sabbatical Homes

Sabbatical Homes for Trinity Western University offers a curated list of over 150 fully furnished housing options near the Langley Township campus, including rentals, home exchanges, and private rooms. Listings cater to a range of needs—family-friendly, pet-friendly, writing retreats, and faculty-hosted homes—with flexible availability and pricing. It's designed to support students, faculty, and visiting scholars seeking comfortable off-campus living.

Sabbatical Homes

University Living

University Living offers a curated selection of student housing options near the Langley campus, including apartments and shared accommodations in nearby cities like Burnaby and Surrey. Each listing includes details on pricing, amenities, and proximity to campus, helping students find suitable off-campus living arrangements

University Living

uHomes

The uHomes site offers a variety of off-campus housing options for students, including apartments, townhouses, and private rooms in nearby cities like Surrey, Burnaby, and Vancouver. Listings include details on pricing, amenities, commute times, and availability, helping students find suitable accommodations based on their preferences and budget

uHomes 

Please Note: Trinity Western University does not endorse or assume any liability for the off-campus housing options listed above; these resources are provided solely to assist students in identifying possible options.

How to Find Off-Campus Housing

  • Start early. Begin your search as soon as possible, especially for high-demand periods like September and January. The earlier you start, the more options you’ll have, and you’ll avoid last-minute stress.

  • Use multiple platforms. Explore a variety of sources, including TWU’s official Off-Campus Housing site (OCH101), Sabbatical Homes, University Living, uHomes, Harmony Homestay, and local rental websites. Each platform offers different types of listings, from apartments and shared houses to homestays and faculty-hosted homes.

  • Screen listings carefully. Always meet landlords in person or virtually, tour the property, and ask for references from previous tenants. This helps you avoid scams and ensures the accommodation meets your needs.

  • Understand your rights. Familiarize yourself with BC tenancy laws to know your rights and responsibilities as a renter. The official government resource is available at BC Residential Tenancies. 

  • Budget wisely. Calculate your total monthly costs, including rent, utilities (electricity, gas, water—these may not be included in base rent), internet, renter’s insurance, and transportation. Make sure your budget covers all essentials and leaves room for unexpected expenses.

  • Communicate with roommates. If you plan to share housing, discuss and agree on house rules, cleaning schedules, bill payments, and responsibilities up front. Clear communication helps prevent conflicts.

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