A quick word on rental prices in Vancouver! The cost of living in the city is the second highest in Canada (after Toronto). So, choose carefully. Obtain a map of the Lower Mainland and map out the areas in which you would like to live.

The following chart will provide you with a general range of prices for accommodations in the Greater Vancouver regional District.

Types of Accommodations Prices
Shared accommodation, excluding food $450/month
One-room bachelor suites (a single room with a kitchen and bathroom) $650/month
One-bedroom apartments (suitable for singles or couples) $800/month
Two-bedroom apartments $800–$1,000/month
Four-bedroom (Point Grey and Kitsilano) $1,600/month plus utilities