Who CampusOne Suits (and Who It Doesn’t)
CampusOne is a large student residence at 44 St. George Street, Toronto, ON M5T 1R5, directly across from the University of Toronto’s St. George campus. It offers shared apartment-style rooms (3‑, 4‑, 5‑, and 6‑bedroom units) with common kitchens and living areas, plus building amenities like a cinema room and game room. Based on resident reviews and published pricing, here is a neutral breakdown of who might find this residence a good (or poor) fit.
Suits:
- Students who prioritise location above all else. Being on the edge of the U of T campus and within walking distance of Queen’s Park, the Ontario Legislature, and downtown transit hubs makes daily commutes very short.
- Those comfortable with shared living in larger configurations. CampusOne’s unit types are all shared; there are no studios or one‑bedrooms. If you prefer a built‑in social environment and don’t mind a roommate arrangement, the floor plans here may work.
- Residents who value on‑site entertainment amenities. The cinema room and game room are frequently mentioned in promotional lists, and some reviews note that these spaces exist (though maintenance complaints are common – see below).
Does not suit:
- Anyone expecting high service standards or responsive management. Multiple Google reviews (quoted in the next section) describe staff as rude, incompetent, and unresponsive to safety or maintenance issues.
- Students who need a quiet, well‑maintained building. A recurring theme in negative reviews is broken or malfunctioning amenities, overheating, and general lack of upkeep.
- Budget‑conscious renters. With a monthly starting price of CAD 1,874 (indicative — confirm with the operator), CampusOne sits well above Toronto’s student housing entry level. The city’s cheapest student accommodation options start around CAD 150 per week (indicative — confirm with the operator), making CampusOne roughly three times more expensive on a monthly basis.
What Residents Actually Say
Google lists 622 reviews with an average rating of 3.8 out of 5. The three reviews provided in the data set capture the sharp divide in resident experience:
Quintin Sek (1 star):
“Please do NOT live at CampusOne. Owned by a terrible real estate company focused on heavily embellished marketing, cutting corners (at 2k+ per month by the way!) and staffed by some of the most incompetent and rude people I’ve ever dealt with. CampusOne is a textbook example of a building that sells an image and fails.”
FK (1 star):
“They don’t deserve a single star. They do not value student safety, they do not follow through on any interventions for feedback or complaints. The building is always under maintained – every single amenity room they offer has problems – you name it: overheating, broken, not functional, smelly they don’t fix any of it.”
Emmanuella Asare (5 stars):
“Living at CampusOne has been a really positive experience. The staff are incredibly friendly and always willing to help with anything you need — whether it’s maintenance, questions about your room, or general support. The people here are also very nice and welcoming, which makes it easy to make friends and feel part of.”
The conflicting accounts suggest that resident satisfaction varies greatly depending on the room, the staff you interact with, and possibly the time of year. The positive review emphasises friendliness and community, while the two negative reviews allege serious shortcomings in management and maintenance. With 622 reviews and a 3.8 average, the overall sentiment is slightly above “neutral” on Google’s scale, but the volume of one‑star complaints cannot be ignored.
Price Positioning vs. City’s From‑Price
CampusOne publishes a monthly price range of CAD 1,874 to CAD 2,499 (indicative — confirm with the operator). To put this in context:
- Toronto’s overall student housing market (as of the data set, based on 75 listed properties) shows a city from‑price of CAD 150 per week (indicative — confirm with the operator). That works out to roughly CAD 600–650 per month for the cheapest shared rooms in older buildings or basement apartments.
- CampusOne’s cheapest shared room (CAD 1,874/month) is about three times the monthly equivalent of the city’s lowest entry price.
- Even the minimum price at CampusOne exceeds the average monthly rent for a one‑bedroom apartment in some Toronto neighbourhoods (though general market rents are not part of this data).
The high price appears to be driven by the building’s prime location, dedicated student features (cinema, game room), and the fact that it is a purpose‑built student residence with all‑inclusive utilities (usually). However, reviews suggest that the premium does not always translate into premium service or maintenance.
Room‑Type Guidance
CampusOne offers six unit types (tagged as “6b”, “5b”, “4b”, “3b” in the data). These correspond to ensuite bedrooms within larger shared apartments:
- 6‑bedroom units – the cheapest option (around CAD 1,874/month indicative). You share a kitchen and living area with five other residents. Best for those who want maximum social interaction and lowest rent within the building.
- 5‑bedroom units – similar to above, slightly fewer roommates. Price likely falls in the middle of the range.
- 4‑bedroom units – a moderate sharing arrangement. May appeal to students who want a smaller group.
- 3‑bedroom units – the most private shared option available. Likely comes at the top end of the price range (approx. CAD 2,499/month indicative).
All rooms are private (you have your own lockable bedroom and a bathroom that is shared between a few rooms – typical for student residences). No studio or one‑bedroom apartments exist. If you need a solo living space, this is not the place.
Important note: The “4b/3b/5b/6b” tags refer to the number of bedrooms per apartment. Confirm with the operator whether bathrooms are en‑suite or shared between two bedrooms.
Booking Timing
CampusOne appears to operate on a standard academic year lease cycle (September–August). Given the high demand for U of T proximity, rooms for the 2026–2027 academic year will likely open for applications in late 2025 or early 2026. The peak booking period is March–July for September starts.
- If you are targeting a 3‑bedroom unit (most expensive, smallest group), book early – these units have limited availability.
- For 6‑bedroom units, supply is larger but still limited relative to demand.
Because the residence has a mixed reputation, it is advisable to:
- Request a current tenant’s contact (many residences provide a referral) to ask about maintenance response times.
- Read recent reviews on Google (tip: sort by “newest”).
- Confirm the exact move‑in date and lease length – the data shows
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is CampusOne safe, based on reviews?
One Google review (FK, 1 star) explicitly states “They do not value student safety” and that complaints about safety are not followed up. Another review (Quintin Sek) calls staff “incompetent and rude.” However, the positive review (Emmanuella Asare) praises staff helpfulness. Without official safety statistics, the best approach is to ask the operator for their security measures (24/7 front desk, keycard access, CCTV) and to speak with current residents during a tour.
What is included in the monthly rent?
The data does not list inclusions. Typical purpose‑built student residences in Toronto include utilities (electricity, water, heat, internet) in the monthly fee. Amenities such as the cinema and game room are generally accessible to all residents. Confirm with CampusOne whether furniture, laundry, and content insurance are included. The price range (CAD 1,874–2,499) is indicative — verify with the operator.
How far is CampusOne from the University of Toronto?
The address is 44 St. George Street, directly on the U of T St. George campus. The building is adjacent to the John H. Daniels Faculty of Architecture, Landscape, and Design, and less than a 10‑minute walk to the main university buildings. It is also close to Queen’s Park subway station and multiple streetcar routes.
Sources & data date: 2026‑07 (Prices and availability are indicative — confirm with the operator before making any commitment.)
For the most up‑to‑date availability of room types and exact move‑in dates, please use the on‑site assistant to check live options and speak with a booking specialist.
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