Situated at 509 Mariner Dr, Waterloo, ON N2K 4N7, Canada, the Mariner Dr Waterloo is a preferred choice among students for its proximity to academia and urban conveniences. This student housing in Waterloo offers a selection of room types tailored for student needs, including non ensuites and ensuites. Wilfrid Laurier University and the University of Waterloo are the nearest higher education institutions, situated at an accessible distance, ensuring that students have a hassle-free daily commute.
Waterloo, the city that hosts Mariner Dr Waterloo, is renowned for its educational excellence and rich cultural landscape like Winnipeg. Public transportation is convenient, and the city is known for its bike-friendly infrastructure, perfect for getting around and staying active. Waterloo is also an emerging tech hub, offering students opportunities to network with professionals in the tech industry. Whether you're into tech, business, arts, or science, Waterloo has something to offer that will enrich your academic journey.The city blends historic charm with modern amenities, providing an ideal environment for learning and personal growth. With its diverse population and a history rooted in industrial and technological advancement, Waterloo ranks as a prime destination for students from around the globe. The Mariner Dr Waterloo, stands out as a unique housing option due to its tailored living spaces and prime location in the heart of Waterloo. This student apartments Waterloo's seamless integration into the city’s landscape makes it not just a place to stay, but a space where academic and social lives can thrive in harmony.
Discover comfortable living with the well-appointed Mariner Dr Waterloo student accommodation options, perfect for a seamless academic life. Each room, be it the St. Lawrence, Acadia Room, or Klondike, features essential comforts including a cozy bed and ample closet space for your belongings. Equipped with a double size bed, these rooms at Mariner Dr Waterloo offer ample space to rest after a long day at university. For those late-night study sessions or remote classes, a dedicated workstation in each room provides a quiet space to concentrate. Stay connected with your peers and keep up with your coursework effortlessly thanks to the high-speed Wi-Fi included in each 1 bedroom student apartment Waterloo. Laundry chores are made stress-free with an accessible washing machine, ensuring that you can have clean clothes without the hassle of finding a laundromat. The Mariner Dr Waterloo offers more than just a place to sleep; it's designed with the modern student in mind. Enjoy the convenience of furnished apartments that lessen the burden of moving and allow you to settle in quickly.
Staying at Mariner Dr Waterloo student housing offers students an incredibly convenient location for those attending top universities like Conestoga College and the University of Waterloo. Both campuses are within easy reach, whether by foot or public transport, making it easy to attend classes, study sessions, or campus events without the stress of long commutes.
Living at Mariner Dr Waterloo provides students with a variety of social opportunities in a lively, dynamic area. For groceries, M&M Food Market and Zehrs Conestoga are both near Waterloo student housing, making it easy to stock up on essentials. When it comes to relaxing or grabbing a bite to eat, Camellia Bake Shop and The Healthy Owl Bakery Cafe offer cozy atmospheres for catching up with friends. For dining, Biryani Bar and Tahini’s serve flavorful meals that will please any palate. Waterloo's museums, like the City of Waterloo Museum and the Waterloo (Northfield) Train Station, offer a glimpse into the city's rich history and culture. For those looking for something more exciting near their Waterloo off campus housing, Lewis Hamilton Shrine and The Sardine Can are unique spots worth checking out. When it's time to unwind, POETS nightclub is a favorite hangout for students staying at Mariner Dr Waterloo. If you enjoy the outdoors, Bluenose Park and Grand River Trail offer beautiful green spaces, while art lovers can visit Tuscan Sun for a creative experience. Enjoy a movie night at Galaxy Cinemas Waterloo or catch a performance at St. Jacobs Country Playhouse. Sports fans will appreciate being close to Warrior Field for events. With such a variety of activities, living at Mariner Dr Waterloo ensures that students can balance their academic life with an exciting and fulfilling social calendar.
Yes, visa approved, official identification, and an emergency number.
Minimum one month in advance or you can subscribe to their waiting list and they will give you priority to know the availability.
Yes, their agents will offer you different accommodation options so that you can choose the one that best suits your needs.
Yes, it depends on availability and prices. Usually, a Homestay does not have a private bathroom.
Yes, but it depends on the type of accommodation.
E-transfer via email
if it is with a credit card, a 3% commission is charged)
Wire transfer
Direct deposit
Monday to Friday from 9:30 am - 5:30 pm Pacific Time.
In most spaces, pets are not allowed due to the possible allergies of each resident or noise/mess, etc.
Their sales agent will show you photos and videos of the accommodation.
In fact, there are: twin and double rooms. They recommend asking your sales agent about availability.
While it is indeed possible to find a space at the last minute, they highly recommend planning in advance to find the right coliving space for you.
Yes, you can. they give you access to private and shared rooms in coliving spaces.
When selecting a property and room type, two buttons appear, prebook and apply now. Prebook is for those who are not yet ready to arrive and want to reserve their place. Apply Now is for all those who need accommodation as soon as possible.
You can use the map found on the page that shows the availability of their houses.
They ask all agents to respond within 48 hours. If you haven't heard back within that time, please feel free to submit another Booking Request.
Coliving is a way of living designed for all types of personalities. While most people assume colivers live together all the time, the reality is you can stay in a coliving home and still enjoy your privacy, only socializing whenever you want.
None of their rooms include television
They allow you to share fully furnished housing with like-minded communities under flexible lease terms. People choosing coliving as their main housing option do it for:
- Convenience
- Budget-friendly
- Community
They understand your concern and want to reassure you that they are a legitimate business. They also offer several methods of payment, including secure online payments, and their customer service team is always available to answer any questions or concerns you may have.
I booked a coliving and I can't see the address.
You will receive full check-in details one week prior to your arrival.
You may book coliving spaces for 4 weeks and longer stays.
They offer an advanced search feature to make sure you find the place most suitable for you:
- Bedroom type
- Shared or private bathroom
- Commute to your place of work or study
- Price etc.
They recommend booking a month and a half before your arrival.
You will get your deposit back after moving out of the coliving home, provided they confirm you left the place in good condition.
Yes, once you have paid your booking, you will receive a email link to your receipt that you can print out.
Availability is alway changing, so they’ll send you their current availability (based on the type of room you're looking for) in an offer when you apply (which is free). The availability in the offer sheet is subject to change, as people sign offers on a first-come-first-serve basis.
Their trusted team cleaning team prepares your room before your arrival.
Their prices vary depending on which house you choose and whether you choose to stay in a private or a shared room.
Who are the type of people who usually live in your spaces?
The typical people who live in their spaces are between the ages of 21 and 35.
They have everything from single rooms with private bathrooms to shared rooms with shared bathrooms, depending on your budget. Let them know what you are looking for and they’ll be happy to accomodate.
If everything checks out, they’ll send you a follow-up email within one business day with an offer.
It depends on the house, but their houses range from 6 members to 12 members.
Their smallest private rooms are around 50-75 square feet and their largest private rooms are around 150 square feet. To see the exact size of their rooms, please schedule a call with their agent. All rooms are fully furnished and decorated.
Your room, bed (prepared for a fee), utilities and wifi (included, but listed as a separate line-item on your rent bill), move-in ready furniture, working space, security systems, constant access to your house leader, and new friends.
All payments are sent as electronic invoices sent to your email. You may pay in any electronic format. For your first moth's rent, you will receive an invoice to pay after being approved as a client. For all future month's payments, when you pay depends on when you move in. If you aren’t moving in on the first day of the month, your first months invoice will be for one month starting from your move-in date. For the second invoice, you will be billed a pro-rated amount until the last day of the month. After that, all future months will be billed from the first day of the month to the last day of the month. If you are moving in on the first of the month, your rent is always due on the first of the month, with no pro-rated invoices.
From their house managers (who will meet you upon arrival), to the events they hold multiple times per month, their team is dedicated to giving you the sense of community you are looking for, whether in a professional or personal capacity.
There is no option to cancel during your stay, as with any common residential lease. Please consult your lease for specifics.
Yes! They’re happy to have their members stay longer; however, they can't extend you lease if they don't know about your extension. As soon as you decide to extend your lease.
Their house managers are members who stay at their houses to help you out! They help with move-ins, move-outs, events and general help. They live in the house and are always accessible.
While they abide by all current housing laws, please understand that this is a coliving space and that current and future members that you share the space with may be allergic to your animal.
There is no age limit. They like all ages to be represented because they believe that the interaction of different profiles generates value for everyone in the house.
They provide inclusive environment for all profiles. They do not discriminate on the basis of age, gender identity gender identity, language sexual orientation or religion. Of course, their community started thanks to open-minded people with an interest in living together with other people.
They can provide you with basic information about those who already live there, such as age, gender and occupation. Although they will keep the rest of the details anonymous, out of respect for the privacy of their residents, they want you to have enough information to make a good decision.
Of course! They love to bring together all those who share their passion for coliving and home sharing, no matter if they are their clients or not, that's why they created a facebook group that they invite you to join.
Co-Living is for anyone who is ready to a new way of life, willing of meeting new people, who If you’re a native Canadian, it’s your new scene. If you’re new to Canada, it’s your home away from home. If you're an entrepreneur, it’s your future network. Co-living is for anyone who values community and convenience and is ready to embrace a new way to live.
They have a few room types on offer.
Rent can easily be paid automatically each month via direct debit on the first of the month. This will all be set up when you sign your rental agreement.
Make yourself at home but please don’t hammer anything into the wall. Any damage incurred will come out of your deposit when you leave.
Each member of the house will have to take care of cleaning their room and when they use the common areas.
Some of the places do have it, for an extra cost! So ask if your location still has some available.
It is possible to have guests as long as the other roommates are notified.
Their common kitchens are equipped for basic cooking with the essential utensils for you to prepare your meals. This includes silverware, cutlery, pans, pots, and more.
Once the reservation is made, you will pay a deposit (don't worry, they will return it to you at the end of your stay) and then they put together a contract for the duration you have chosen for your stay. It depends on the state of the department and if there is nothing pending in your account with them.
If you need to leave earlier you can find someone to take your place or they will have to keep the deposit.
Generally, the bathrooms are shared with 2 or 3 other people, but this can vary depending on the size of the house.
All their rooms are fully furnished, equipped and decorated to be completely ready for you to move in and feel at home immediately. In the living room, you can expect a cozy sitting area. There will be a dining room with enough space for everyone to sit and enjoy dinner and the kitchens are fully equipped with everything you need. they also try to provide as many standard accessories as possible, so you don't have to worry or bring anything when you move. From kitchen appliances to utensils, cutlery, plates, pans and cups.
You can invite friends over for lunch, dinner, etc., as long as your housemates agree. Just let others know and be careful with noise. You can always bring the fun to a general area with closed doors or take it to the bar.
Yes, inside their houses you can find signs in the common areas with the rules.
The monthly price depends on the city, the house and the type of room. You can see all their available rooms including prices.
If the room is in the same state as when you moved in, the deposit will be fully refunded 10 days after the end of your contract.
The entry time is from 3:00 p.m. in all their cities. This allows them to make sure your room will be ready for you until you move out. If your planned arrival time is before 3 p.m. m., you can easily contact their team on their app and see if you can move in sooner.
They work hard to make sure all their residents are enjoying their experience. In the event a roommate doesn’t work out, they employ conflict resolution support staff to help understand and navigate the differences. In the rare instance transferring houses is the best solution for all, they will provide alternate options based on availability and pricing.
Yes there is! They have a fully equipped kitchen that can be used by all guests.
Every month, a great variety of events are organized for or by members - a cooking class, a volleyball tournament, or simply a pleasant dinner.
Bedding, airport pick up or something.
Their availability depends on their occupancy rate, but also on the type of room you are looking for, the neighborhood... They have many houses under renovation, allowing them to offer you a large number of rooms that are opening very soon. After your call with their Housing Coordinator, they will send you their current availability based on your chosen room you're looking for. If you want to secure your room, be quick.
Yes, every house has a laundry room with washing machines and dryers. The number of laundry appliances depends on the number of housemates.
On average, the pricing for a bedroom is around $950, but depends of the city. On top of the monthly rent, they ask for a deposit of 1-2 month's rent which they return to you once you move out.
You can do pretty much what you want in your room as long as you do not damage walls, floors or other surfaces and return your bedroom to the state in which you found it.
Their rooms are fully furnished, equipped, and have almost everything you need. They say almost because the only things they don't provide are a blanket, sheets and cushion(s).
Yes, as long as there is a free room. Moreover, you have priority over people not in the Cohabs network yet. You can apply for a new room directly through their mobile application.
No, their houses are smoke free areas.
People do their meals independently or, sometimes, group up to cook common meals.
There are 2 cooking stations, and it doesn't get too crowded as everyone cooks at different times of the day. Their members also usually enjoy the multiple local restaurants available from a walking distance or deliveries.
They have a Whatsapp group for the colivers in the house as well as for the community leaders. they also have a private Facebook group to post polls and event links.
You are still connected with the coliving through the Facebook group!
Double check your emails and your spam folder. If it's still lost drop them an email via the Contact page.
By moving into this home, you get much more than just a roof over your head: you get a place to call home. Say goodbye to administrative paperwork: they take care of subscribing to and paying for electricity, water, gas, housing insurance and internet. You save precious time and get to live your life on your own terms! Moments in which you'll be able to make unforgettable memories amongst housemates.
The notice period is one month.
Answering your questions is the purpose of this FAQ, so be sure to read it carefully. If you can't find the answers your looking for here, then their support will be happy to answer your questions and to help you.
Coliving : Outside of office hours, and for any emergency, a dedicated on-call number is available so that they can assist you.
It's your house, therefore you and your housemates share the responsibility of taking care of household chores and of cleaning up after yourselves.
Flatshares & Coliving: All their residences have a large kitchen, living room and laundry area to share with the rest of your roommates.
They offer both en-suite and shared bathroom units.
Don't worry, a member of the team will advise you on the available rooms and the best option for you.
Community starts with you! You play an essential role in making your home a space where people enjoy being together, where the sense of belonging is strong and where the group can flourish. In order for everyone to fully enjoy their experience, they expect everyone to follow the rules of life: mutual respect and daily chores, but also participation in the life of the house on a voluntary basis (parties, dinners, events, etc.). If you want to meet new people and have a good time together, coliving is for you! It's your home and your experience, make the most of it.
Monthly payments can be made via bank transfer on the last day of each month. Monthly payments have to be made in 5 days.
You can check-in earlier than your agreement states only if you receive an availability confirmation from the administration. Please make sure to contact them before arrival.
If you need to arrive outside the reception work hours, please let them know the exact day and approximate time of your arrival. They will explain the self-check-in procedure step by step to make your check-in as simple as possible.
Their handyman is always on hand if something in your room breaks or doesn’t work. Just send them an e-mail or fill the form and describe the problem. They will try to fix it ASAP.
Please contact reception. If they have any other possible room to offer, they will do their best to find the right room for you.
You will receive your check-in instructions via email 1-2 days prior to your check-in. Make sure you whitelist to make sure you receive the email.
Some rooms have keys, some do not.
Yes, property allows family/dependent stay provided rooms are available which can be shared by 2 or more people.
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The search for the perfect University of Waterloo off-campus housing is a critical step for students moving to this city. Waterloo off-campus housing offers an attractive blend of independence, affordability, and community that many students seek. Such student apartments for rent in Waterloo often come with a variety of housing types, including ensuite rooms, non-ensuite rooms, and studio apartments, which are tailored to fit a student's lifestyle and preferences. These living spaces not only allow for a greater sense of autonomy but also provide a chance to immerse oneself in the vibrant community of fellow learners. Students looking for 2 bedroom student housing Waterloo, 1 bedroom student apartment Waterloo or any other configuration apartment can benefit immensely from the thoughtfully designed spaces and student-centric environments. Each location tagged as student housing in Waterloo Ontario ensures that residents have everything they need to succeed both academically and socially during their time in the city. Discover the perfect student housing options in Waterloo, each offering unique perks catered to the modern student's needs:
Understanding the cost of living in Waterloo is critical for students planning their finances and lifestyle in this vibrant Canadian city. The average monthly cost of living for a student in Waterloo can be significant, typically ranging from CAD 1,500 to CAD 2,000. This figure is an approximation, as it is influenced by personal habits and choices regarding Waterloo student housing, dining, and other expenses.
1. Food & Groceries: CAD 290 - CAD 350/month
2. Transportation: CAD 100 - CAD 150/month
3. Utilities (including Internet): CAD 150 - CAD 200/month
4. Clothing: CAD 75 - CAD 90/month
5. Sports & Leisure: CAD 50 - CAD 100/month
For students seeking student housing in Waterloo, the vibrant city extends a well-connected and efficient transport system that complements the dynamic lifestyle of its student population. Whether you are commuting to your campus or exploring the city, you will find a variety of affordable and convenient public transport options near University of Waterloo off-campus housing. Here are the primary modes of student travel in Waterloo:
1. Buses
The Grand River Transit (GRT) operates a comprehensive network of buses across Waterloo, ensuring that students can travel easily from their accommodation to various points of interest. Buses run frequently, with fares starting around CAD 3.25 per ride. Students can also consider purchasing a monthly pass for around CAD 82, which offers unlimited travel, making it a cost-effective option for daily commutes.
2. Light Rail Transit (LRT)
The ION light rail serves as a modern transit option for quick and smooth travel within the city. Linking major areas and being an eco-friendly choice, the LRT is an excellent option for students. A single fare costs approximately CAD 3.25, while a monthly pass (the same as for buses) provides unlimited trips and can be a wise investment for regular users.
3. Cycling
Waterloo is a bike-friendly city, with many students opting for cycling as a healthy and inexpensive mode of transport. The city offers well-maintained bike lanes and trails, perfect for those staying in nearby Waterloo student housing options who prefer pedal power. Additionally, secure bike parking facilities are typically available near major transit stations and campuses.
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Waterloo is known for its rich cultural landscape and historical significance. Visitors flock to its various attractions ranging from mesmerizing natural beauty to intriguing scientific exhibits. Discover the essence of the city as we explore the top Waterloo tourist attractions.
1. RIM Park
2. Waterloo Park
3. Perimeter Institute for Theoretical Physics
4. Canadian Clay and Glass Gallery
5. Waterloo Region Museum
6. Doon Heritage Village
7. St. Jacobs Farmers' Market & Flea Market
Waterloo has a strong academic presence, hosting several prestigious and leading universities that attract students from all over the world. As a hub for higher education, finding quality student housing is a key concern for those looking to join its esteemed learning institutions. Top universities include:
3. Conestoga College
4. University of Guelph
6. University of Western Ontario