GEC Living

Booking Starts Soon for Early 2023

44 units | accommodate up to 220 students

GEC King Edward (GEC King Ed) is a modern and well-designed student residence located in the heart of Vancouver, Canada. The residence is strategically located within a 30-minute commute to most universities and colleges in the city, making it a convenient choice for students.

The residence is situated in a vibrant neighbourhood, close to the popular Cambie Village and Queen Elizabeth Park, providing students with easy access to a variety of shops, restaurants, and entertainment options.

GEC King Ed has been developed with the input and feedback from other GEC residences, and as a result, it offers the best-optimized room layout and quality of off-campus student accommodation in Vancouver yet.

Close proximity to:

All Downtown Campuses – around 13 mins by transit
Langara College – around 13 mins by transit
VCC – around 20 mins by transit
Emily Carr University – around 20 mins by transit
BCIT – around 30 mins by transit
UBC – around 50 mins by transit

It is friendly, comfortable and I would also say homely for the students ! The staff is quick at responding to the questions and issues, if we face any. I came to know about GEC from my school website's accommodation section. I even emailed back to my school about this place being really good for us international students and asked them to recommend GEC to any student who asks about good and secured home thats at affordable price and quite near to school as well ! <3 :D - Sample review from other GEC residences

Megha Panchal (Google Review)

Good staff, high responsiveness, convenient location for students to UBC. Close to many grocery stores and restaurants. Highly recommended! - Sample review from other GEC residences

Ron A (Google Review)

Nice experience, comfortable, clean , quiet, good customer service - Sample review from other GEC residences

Ha Ni (Google Review)

Great space for students! - Sample review from other GEC residences

Sofia Graves (Google Review)

Features

Convenient Locations

5 student residences with over 1,000 beds, all located in the heart of Metro Vancouver.

Fully Furnished Apartments

Keep it easy with fully furnished and move-in ready student accommodations in Vancouver.

Included Bills and Amenities

Enjoy all-inclusive WiFi, utilities and amenities across all our student residences.

Flexible Leasing

Can't decide? Take our apartments for a test drive. Our minimum stay is only 5 weeks.

Multinational Support Team

Our support team is composed of multinational staffs who are professionally trained and have a deep understanding of students’ needs.

Centralized Security

Our advanced 24/7 centralized monitored system allows our staff to take immediate action in case of emergency across all GEC properties.

Move-in Ready Apartments

Fully furnished apartments
Fully equipped kitchen: appliances, cookware, and utensils
Stove, oven, dishwasher, and refrigerator
Bathrooms with bathtub and shower
In-suite laundry: washing and drying machines
Living room and dining room furniture
Study desks and chairs
Individual heating systems

All-inclusive Amenities

Full utilities: water, electricity, heat, and garbage disposal
Unlimited high-speed wireless internet
Roommate matching
Fob-controlled entry system
24-hour building CCTV
On-call emergency maintenance
Paid underground parking available
Multifunctional amenities room on top floor
Patio or balcony available for all units

Explore the Neighbourhood

Schools

1. ILAC

2. Langara College

3. UBC

4. UCW

5. VCC

6. VFS

7. Emily Carr University

8. Sprott Shaw language College

9. Vancouver International College

Everyday Amenities

1. Corner 23

2. King Edward Station

3. Landmark Hotpot

4. Scotiabank

5. McDonald’s (Main)

6. Rain or Shine Ice Cream

7. Starbucks (Cambie Village)

8. Sushi TonTon

9. Trafiq Cafe & Bakery

10. Church’s Fried Chicken

11. Breka Bakery & Cafe (Main)

12. Seasons in the Park

Parks & Recreation

1. Queen Elizabeth Park

2. Hilcrest Mini Turf Fiel

3. Basketball Courts

4. Disc Golf Course

5. Douglas Park Playground

6. Douglas Park Outdoor Fitness Circuit

7. Vancouver Canadians Baseball Club

8. Swimming Pool

9. Heather Park

10. Hillcrest Centre

11. Public Tennis & Pickleball Courts

Accommodations - Shared Bedroom

Shared Bedroom

The Shared Bedroom at GEC King Edward is in a 2 to 5 bedroom apartment features 1 murphy bed or 2 twin beds for 2 students.

Apartment size: 700 to 1400 sqft

Included in the room:

Murphy/twin bed (with mattress)
Closet or storage drawer
Study desk and chair

Included in the apartment:

Fully furnished living room
Fully equipped kitchen
Full bathroom
Washer and dryer
Patio or balcony
Large openable window
Heating system

*Picture and floorplan is for reference only.

Roommate: 1

Housemates: 2-5

En-suite Shared Bedroom

The En-suite Shared Bedroom at GEC King Edward is in a 2 to 5 bedroom apartment features 1 murphy bed or 2 twin beds for 2 students.

Apartment size: 700 to 1400 sqft

Included in the room:

Murphy/twin bed (with mattress)
Closet or storage drawer
Study desk and chair
En-suite washroom

Included in the apartment:

Fully furnished living room
Fully equipped kitchen
Full bathroom
Washer and dryer
Patio or balcony
Large openable window
Heating system

*Picture and floorplan is for reference only.

Roommate: 1

Housemates: 2-5

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Accommodations - Private Bedroom

Private Bedroom

The Private Bedroom at GEC King Edward is in a 2 to 5 bedroom apartment features 1 murphy/twin or double bed* for 1 student.

Apartment size: 700 to 1400 sqft

Included in the room:

Murphy/twin or double bed (with mattress)
Closet or storage drawer
Study desk and chair

Included in the apartment:

Fully furnished living room
Fully equipped kitchen
Full bathroom
Washer and dryer
Patio or balcony
Large openable window
Heating system

*Picture and floorplan is for reference only.

*Private bedroom with double bed has slightly higher rate than twin or murphy.

Housemates: 2-5

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Accommodations - Private Apartment

One Bedroom Private Apartment

The One Bedroom Private Apartment at GEC King Edward is a great option for students or single families who wants a premium private living experience.

Apartment size: around 550 sqft

Included in the room:

double/queen bed (with mattress)
Closet

Included in the apartment:

Fully furnished living room
Fully equipped kitchen
Full bathroom
Washer and dryer
Patio or balcony
Large openable window
Heating system

*Picture and floorplan is for reference only.

Occupancy: 1-2

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5-Step Booking Process

1

Complete online Inquire form.

2

Our leasing team will email you within one business day.

3

Sign your lease.

4

Make your applicable payment(s).

5

Move in and join the GEC community!

GEC King Edward

Booking Starts Soon for Early 2023

Testimonials

Features

Convenient Locations

Fully Furnished Apartments

Included Bills and Amenities

Flexible Leasing

Multinational Support Team

Centralized Security

Move-in Ready Apartments

All-inclusive Amenities

Explore the Neighbourhood

Accommodations - Shared Bedroom

Shared Bedroom

En-suite Shared Bedroom

Accommodations - Private Bedroom

Private Bedroom

Accommodations - Private Apartment

One Bedroom Private Apartment

5-Step Booking Process

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