Calgary offers a wide range of online platforms for finding rentals. Here is an overview of the most popular and effective resources:
1. RentFaster.ca
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Advantages:
- Largest database of listings in Calgary (includes apartments, houses, rooms).
- Convenient filters: price, number of rooms, neighborhood, amenities.
- Ability to view on a map.
- Mostly professional listings from management companies.
- Disadvantages:
- Paid for landlords, which limits the number of private listings.
2. Kijiji
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Advantages:
- Free for landlords, so there are more private listings[.
- Well suited for finding rooms or shared accommodation.
- Disadvantages:
- High risk of fraud due to lack of moderation[4].
- Difficult to filter due to the large number of listings.
3. Zumper
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- Pros:
- Interactive map with prices and available options.
- Option to rent online and sign contracts digitally.
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Cons:
- Limited number of verified listings compared to RentFaster.
4. Liv.rent
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- Pros:
- Manual verification of listings and landlords to prevent fraud.
- Tools for signing contracts and paying rent online.
- Disadvantages:
- Less popular among landlords.
5. Facebook Marketplace/Groups
- Advantages:
- Free access to ads from private individuals.
- Ability to communicate quickly via Messenger.
- Disadvantages:
- High risk of false listings.
- No filters for detailed search.
Recommendations
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- For reliability: Use RentFaster or Liv.rent — their verification reduces the risk of fraud.
- For budget options: Check Kijiji and Facebook, but always verify the landlord.
- For students: Look for rooms through RentFaster (filter “Room for Rent”) or specialized Facebook groups.
Additional resources
- RentSeeker.ca 🔗: Detailed information about neighborhoods, prices, and reviews.
- Mainstreet Equity 🔗: Listings from professional management companies.
Important! Always review the contract before signing and inspect the property in person. Use services such as Trust Score on Liv.rent to verify landlords.