23 Jul Kamloops Apartments for Rent That Are Truly Near TRU
If you’re a student or faculty member who is looking for apartment for rent near TRU in Kamloops, BC, you won’t find a better location than McGill Ridge Apartments. Our apartment community is located directly across from the main gates of Thompson Rivers University. You can leave your apartment on foot and arrive on campus in one minute. It’s that close.
Benefits of Renting at McGill Ridge Apartments in Kamloops
- Less than 1-minute walk to the TRU campus
- New buildings with modern apartment layouts and the latest amenities
- Convenient access to major transportation routes
- Bus stop right in front of our buildings
- Ample neighbourhood amenities
- Minutes away from several malls with plenty of services, shopping, and restaurants
McGill Ridge consists of two buildings that are currently rented to tenants, with a third building under construction and slated for completion in 2021, which will add another 64 apartments. Once the third building is complete, McGill Ridge will supply a total of 166 apartments for rent in Kamloops, BC.
Kamloops Apartments that are a TRU Student’s Dream Come True
While our proximity to TRU is a student’s dream come true, so are our apartment floor plans.
Whether you want to live on your own or with a roommate, McGill Ridge offers apartment floor plans and pricing that work well for TRU students and staff, including 1 bedroom apartments, studios, and 2 bedroom units. Our 2 bedroom apartments are limited, but depending on your timing to rent, we may have availability at our Summit Village Residences, also located very close to TRU.
Each apartment, regardless of size, is designed to maximize space and efficiency and include sought-after amenities such as plank flooring, in-suite washer/dryer, personal storage locker, secure bike room and parking. (Parking is limited, so please confirm availability at the time of your inquiry).
Neighbourhood Amenities That Are Perfect for TRU Students
- Convenient access to TRU and other campus amenities
- 3-minute walk to Tournament Capital Centre and Canada Games Aquatic Centre
- 3 to 4-minute walk to TRU Gym
- 11-minute walk or 2-minute drive to Summit Shopping Centre
- 13-minute walk or 3-minute drive to Sahali Mall
- 18-minute walk or 3-minute drive to Columbia Square
- 30-minute walk or 5 minute drive to Aberdeen Mall
View more shopping and restaurants in the McGill Ridge/TRU neighbourhood.
Parks, Nature and Outdoor Activities Close at Hand
If you like being in the great outdoors, there are many nearby parks for walking, hiking and mountain biking. If you want to venture a little further, McGill Road provides quick access to main highways so you can be at your favourite mountain, lake, or provincial park in a minimal amount of time.
View a list of activities near McGill Ridge Apartments.
McGill Ridge Apartments Location
McGill Ridge is located in the Kamloops Southwest Business District at 891 McGill Road between Dalhousie Drive and University Drive directly across from TRU. While many rental properties that advertise as being “near TRU” many aren’t so near, and other than McGill Ridge and our other property, Summit Village Residences, there are no new apartments near TRU.
As you can see by the map below, McGill Ridge (891 McGill Road) is truly near TRU!
Rent an Apartment Near TRU!
If you’re a TRU student who is looking for an apartment for rent in Kamloops, BC, submit a Request Apartment Availability form. The form takes less than a minute to complete and asks for your contact information and the type of apartment you’d like to rent. We’ll check availability and contact you with next steps. We look forward to helping you find your new home at McGill Ridge Apartments.