Living Off Campus

Living off-campus is a popular option for students. St. John's has great neighbourhoods to choose from. We've compiled some information to help you get settled in your new home. Remember that some of this information applies only to the City of St. John's, so if you're living in a nearby city or town, you'll need to check their website.

Renting an apartment or home

Finding an apartment in St. John's could take some time, so plan well in advance.

Check your school website for information about off-campus housing. You can look for a place to rent online through dedicated Facebook groups and on websites such as NL Classifieds and Kijiji.

Average rent for a two-bedroom apartment in St. John's is $1,026/month, excluding utilities.

Take the time to see the rental property before making a commitment and ask questions of the landlord. Many landlords require that you sign a lease. Read it carefully.

Make sure you have the contact information for your landlord and know who to call in case an issue arises with the property.

Garbage & Recycling

The City of St. John's collects garbage at the curb weekly and recycling bi-weekly. Collection day depends on where you live. Get all the details at www.curbitstjohns.ca or make life easier by downloading the St. John's Waste and Recycling app for Apple or Android.

Parking

You can get an on-street parking permit in some places in the City.
St. John's gets over 300 cm of snow in an average winter. To help keep streets clear and residents safe, the City has winter parking restrictions. Learn about these and sign up for email notifications when bans are in place.
In the spring and summer months, we ban on street parking for street cleaning. You can get ticketed and towed if you don't move your car.
There are no parking meters in St. John's. We use PayByPhone and pay stations.

Noise

Did you know that the City of St. John's has a noise by-law [content note: insert hyperlink]? While a certain amount of living noise is expected, please respect the bylaw and your neighbours by keeping music, parties, and noise to a minimum between 11 p.m. and 7 a.m.

Pets

License your pet with the City. It could help you reunite if your pet gets lost. Dogs and cats are not permitted to roam freely in St. John's. In public spaces such as parks and trails, keep your pet on a leash. For some off-leash fun, check out the city's dog parks.