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Edmonton

Come for the work, stay for the money!

The first thing you’ll see as you approach the booming city of Edmonton are its tall high-rises, a stark contrast to the surrounding prairies.

As a major oil and gas centre, Edmonton is experiencing exceptional economic prosperity, with one of Canada’s best job markets, which is one of the main reasons people come to live in Edmonton. The city attracts people from all over Canada and internationally for study or work, and many end up staying. This makes Edmonton quite ethnically diverse, for the Prairies.

Summers are hot and filled with festivals that celebrate the many cultures of the city’s residents, while winter plays host to one of Edmonton's longest running winter festivals, the Silver Skate Festival. And remember, you’re only 3-4 hours away from the Rockies! After all, where else would they say, “the real fun starts after temperatures drop below zero!”?

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Cost of life for renters in Edmonton

With Edmonton as a top economic performer in Canada, many people come to live and rent in Edmonton to get a good job and set themselves up financially.

It’s a smart move, considering residents of Edmonton enjoy the highest average household income in Canada, an affordable cost of living, and lower taxes (no provincial sales tax!).

If you have your own car, your wallet will also notice the difference, as Edmonton has the lowest gas prices in the country.

Having said that, the influx of so many workers means a low vacancy rate for tenants looking to rent an apartment in Edmonton, which has pushed home rental prices up, especially in the coveted areas near the University and the southwest and around Leduc and West Jasper Place.

Based on 2012 figures, you can expect an average monthly rate of $965 to rent your apartment in Edmonton, a few hundred more for a two-bedroom apartment. Prices differ according to areas, of course, and whether it is furnished or whether utilities are included. You’ll also have to budget for rentalinsurance.

Starting off your professional life? Why not think about sharing your home with a roommate to share the bills?

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Renting in Edmonton: A Basic Overview

Transportation: getting to your rented apartment!

If you’re renting a home in Edmonton, this far out in the Prairies, you’ll see why many use the car as the primary mode of transportation. Edmonton is a fairly large and concentrated city, with a metropolitan area that’s greater than 9,400 km².

Downtown Edmonton also has some designated bike lanes, and the famous 13-km climate-controlled Pedway that links the Edmonton City Mall with a network of connecting commercial buildings and centres.

The Edmonton Transit System (ETS), which offers light rail and bus transportation, stops frequently in major central areas and downtown. Neighbouring communities outside Edmonton's city limits have their own public transit agencies.

Check out the ETS route brochures & system maps to see if there’s a stop near the apartment or home you’re interested in renting.

Neighbourhoods and family

It can be difficult to choose where to rent your apartment in Edmonton, but you’ll want to consider affordability, access to public transportation, and distance to work, school, and shops.

Edmonton has several family-friendly neighbourhoods; however, if you’re single and looking for inner city nightlife, stick to the downtown area.

If you’re a first-time renter in Edmonton, the City website has useful information about neighbourhoods, with demographics, history, data on education, and more. You can also find a citywide sector profile and neighbourhood maps to help you find that perfect place to rent!

Some neighbourhoods have had more than their fair share of floods recently, so much so that the city has created a flood prevention program and a flood proofing program. When you go through your checklist as you visit apartments, keep an eye out for possible flood damage if they’re on the first floor.

There is a somewhat higher crime rates than in other Canadian cities of the same size, so make sure you visit the neighbourhood (virtually, even) before your sign on the lease of your lease for your rental or at least check out the Edmonton police crime mapping tool.

Renting in Edmonton: family friendly and welcoming

Many point to the high quality of life and wide choice of educational institutions in Edmonton as a great place to raise a family. The Governments of Canada and Alberta also offer tax-free monthly payments for families, to encourage them to move here.

Newcomers are welcomed by the city and information is readily supplied in the Newcomer’s Guide, as well as in the Alberta government’s Human Resources and Employment guide, Welcome to Alberta.

Need some help dealing with your landlord in Alberta? Contact the Landlord and Tenant Advisory Board or check out the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation FAQ on living and renting in Edmonton.

Enjoy the Prairies!