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Housing: Living On or Off Campus

McGill dorm room with single bed, large window, desk, chair, and shelves

McGill and Montreal offer great options both on and off campus

Living in Residences  

Learn all about residence options at McGill, for undergraduate, graduate and exchange students. 

 

Laird Hall, a 5 storey brick residence building with red roof, surrounded by mature trees and outdoor gym.

First-Year Housing

View our webinar to learn more about life in residence as well as the different options available. 

PDF icon First-Year Housing slides

 

View First-Year Housing Recording

Living Off Campus

Find apartments and connect with roommates at Off-Campus Housing.  

The Good Neighbour Guide will walk you through the apartment search process, Montreal neighbourhoods, understanding a lease, commuting to campus, and more. 

Montreal townhouses with colourful facades in stone with red, blue, purple and orange trim.

Renting in Montreal

Join our Renting in Montreal webinar designed for all students new to Montreal on Thursday November 26, 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM (Eastern time).

Register for the Renting in Montreal webinar
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