If you're a Carleton University student looking for a great Ottawa student apartment rental, Paramount Properties has several exceptional apartments for rent in the city's south end. All of our South Ottawa apartments are located just minutes away from Carleton, making it extremely easy to find a comfortable and affordable Ottawa apartment to call home during the school year.
For starters, there's Prince of Wales Complex, which is just a few minutes away from campus along the scenic Rideau Canal. The Riverbank Apartments are located just a stone's throw from the Rideau River near Billings Bridge Plaza, where two other Paramount apartments for rent - Ridgeview Apartments and Dow's Lake Towers - overlook beautiful Dow's Lake, which is located right beside Carleton University. Any of these buildings are a fantastic choice for a Carleton student apartment.
Easy Transportation for Carleton University Students
No matter which South Ottawa apartment rental you choose, it's super easy to get to and from campus every day. If you live at Prince of Wales Complex, a quick walk or bike ride along the Rideau Canal is all you need. The O-Train will get you to campus in just a couple of minutes if you live at Ridgeview Apartments or Dow's Lake Towers, while OC Transpo bus route #4 will get you to and from the Riverbank Apartments and Billings Bridge Plaza quickly and easily.
Another option for Carleton students is Alta Vista Towers. At first glance, it might not look "south enough" to be ideal for a Carleton University student apartment rental (as it is technically much closer to the University of Ottawa), but it's actually only a few minutes away from campus thanks to its ideal location at Hurdman Station along the OC Transpo Transitway.
Looking to go somewhere else in Ottawa besides campus? When you live in South Ottawa, it's only one bus from Carleton University to Downtown Ottawa, as buses 4 and 7 both go along Bank Street all the way down to the Rideau Centre. As well, the O-Train can take you from campus to either Greenboro Station (which features the South Keys Shopping Centre) or Bayview Station (along the downtown portion of the Transitway) in just five minutes!
Plenty of Nearby Shopping and Entertainment
If you rent an apartment near Carleton University, you also have plenty of shopping opportunities at your fingertips.
As mentioned above, it's only a few minutes on the O-Train to get to the South Keys Shopping Centre, which features a vast selection of big box retail stores (including Wal-Mart, Chapters, Future Shop, and Staples), restaurants (such as Montana's and Kelsey's), as well as a 12-screen movie theatre playing all of the latest new releases.
Billings Bridge Plaza is always a Carleton favourite. Located within walking distance of campus (or just one quick bus ride away), this mall features an assortment of stores (including LCBO, Zellers, Loblaws, and Grand & Toy) and plenty of options for lunch at the food court.
If malls and shopping centres aren't quite your thing, then you'll appreciate the convenience of Bank Street South - located just a few blocks away from campus. All along Bank you'll find a variety of different stores, restaurants, chipwagons, pubs, and much more. And don't forget about the Mayfair Theatre - a longtime favourite of the Carleton student community due to its proximity to campus, this heritage theatre plays an eclectic mix of new releases, classic movies, and cult hits at a price (and atmosphere) that just can't be beat.
The Perfect Place for Outdoor Activities
If you're looking to spend some quality time outside, whether it's summer or winter the area surrounding Carleton University is perfect for nearly any sort of outdoor activity. Mooney's Bay (just south of campus along the Rideau River) is a great place to go in the summer if you enjoy swimming, playing volleyball, or just lounging on the beach. And of course, you can't forget about the Rideau Canal Skateway - the world's largest outdoor skating rink. If you're looking to get downtown in a hurry, just strap on your blades and skate all the way from campus to Parliament Hill!
As you can see, Paramount's student apartments for rent in South Ottawa are a great choice if you're attending Carleton University. No matter which apartment rental you live in, you'll experience the perfect combination of convenient transportation, easy access to shopping and restaurants, and plenty to see and do - all year round.
Looking for an apartment for rent in Ottawa? Paramount Properties is Ottawa’s second largest residential property management company. With more than 6,500 Ottawa apartment rentals available in some of the city’s finest locations, we’re your #1 choice for an Ottawa apartment.
