Who GEC King Edward Suits – and Who Should Look Elsewhere
GEC King Edward is a purpose-built student housing property located at Vancouver, BC V5Y 2J3, Canada. Despite the Vancouver address on record, the property sits within the city of Burnaby, placing it within easy reach of Simon Fraser University (SFU). The residence offers weekly rents between 500 and 625 Canadian dollars, with bills included. A deposit of 250 CAD is required, and the minimum lease term is 47 weeks. The property becomes available from 13 July 2026.
This review draws on three publicly posted Google reviews and the property’s overall Google rating of 3.1 out of 5 (based on 16 reviews) to help you decide whether GEC King Edward is a realistic option for your 2026–2027 academic year.
What the Property Offers
GEC King Edward provides two unit types: non-ensuite rooms (shared bathroom facilities) and branded independent houses (self-contained units under a known brand). The building features a rooftop patio and a study room. All bills are included in the weekly rent, which simplifies budgeting. The property is relatively new – built within the last two to three years based on resident comments.
The city of Burnaby has approximately 60 student housing listings on the platform used for this data, with a from-price of 500 CAD per week for the cheapest room type. GEC King Edward’s minimum price matches that city-wide benchmark, but the upper end of its range (625 CAD per week) is above the baseline, so you should expect to pay at least the city’s starting price for the most affordable non-ensuite option.
Who This Residence Works For
This property is best suited to students who are finishing university residence or moving to Burnaby for the first time. One reviewer, Mikhail, described it as “ideal start for a few months” for anyone “trying to settle down in the city.” He noted that it allows “hastle free renting without the issues of the regular market.” If you want a straightforward booking process, inclusive bills, and a room that is “pretty nice with basic amenities,” GEC King Edward could meet those needs.
The property also works for students who do not require air conditioning. The building has heating but no cooling. If you live in a region where summer temperatures are moderate or you are comfortable using a fan, the lack of AC may not be a deal breaker. The rooftop patio offers outdoor space for studying or socialising, and the study room provides a quiet indoor alternative.
Students who need a 47-week lease starting in mid-July 2026 will find the timing convenient for aligning with the academic calendar. The deposit of 250 CAD is relatively low compared to many private rentals, which often ask for half a month’s rent or more.
Who Should Be Cautious
The most consistent complaint concerns the absence of air conditioning. Elizabeth Bartram, who gave the property 4 stars, said: “The place is nice but for a building built 2 years ago it doesn’t have AC only heating.” This is echoed by a negative reviewer who called out “no AC for a building that was built in the last 2-3 years.” If you are sensitive to heat or live in an area that experiences warm summers, you may find the rooms uncomfortable without cooling.
The same negative review, by a user named Zyntug Warlime, raised serious concerns about the property’s payment process. They wrote: “On my last month of rent I SET UP direct deposit payments from my account to them, only for them to NOT USE IT and claim I ‘never payed rent.’ They then had the audacity to issue a LATE FEE and give me a $25 penalty, along with an eviction notice.” This is a single review, but it describes a dispute over payments that led to additional charges and a threat of eviction. If you want a property with a proven track record of smooth financial administration, you may want to examine the lease terms carefully and confirm the exact payment method accepted.
Non-ensuite rooms mean shared bathrooms. If privacy in the bathroom is important to you, you may prefer a branded independent house (which typically has its own facilities), but you should check the exact configuration with the operator because “branded independent house” can vary.
The overall Google rating of 3.1 is below average for student housing. While only 16 reviews exist, the low score suggests that a noticeable share of residents have had negative experiences.
What Residents Actually Say – Verbatim Quotes
The following are the complete texts of the three available Google reviews, reproduced without alteration.
Elizabeth Bartram (4 stars): “The place is nice but for a building built 2 years ago it doesn’t have AC only heating”
Zyntug Warlime (1 star): “On my last month of rent I SET UP direct deposit payments from my account to them, only for them to NOT USE IT and claim I ‘never payed rent.’ They then had the audacity to issue a LATE FEE and give me a $25 penalty, along with an eviction notice. Also no AC for a building that was built in the last 2-3 years charging”
Mikhail (4 stars): “Ending my stay at this place in december. For students who have just gotten out of residence, or anybody trying to settle down in the city this place is ideal start for a few months. It allows hastle free renting without the the issues of the regular market. Rooms are also pretty nice with basic amenities and available”
Note: The reviews contain minor spelling errors and incomplete sentences, as posted by the original authors.
Room-Type Guidance
You have two choices at GEC King Edward:
- Non-ensuite rooms: These are the more affordable option, with weekly rents starting at 500 CAD (indicative — confirm with the operator). You share bathroom facilities with other residents on the same floor or wing. If you want to keep your housing budget as low as possible, this is the route to consider.
- Branded independent houses: These are self-contained units affiliated with a specific brand (for example, a known house brand). They typically include a private bathroom and possibly a kitchenette. Weekly rents at the upper end of the range (625 CAD) likely correspond to this category. The exact amenities and layout should be confirmed directly with the operator.
Because the price range is 500–625 CAD per week, you should expect to pay at least the weekly city from-price of 500 CAD to secure a non-ensuite room. If you want an independent house, anticipate paying closer to the upper bound.
Booking Timing
The property is available from 13 July 2026, with a minimum lease of 47 weeks. That schedule aligns well with the start of the 2026–2027 academic year at Canadian universities. If you need to move in earlier or later, GEC King Edward may not work for you because the availability date is fixed.
Given that Burnaby has around 60 student housing options, GEC King Edward is one among many. With a rating of 3.1 and a mixed set of reviews, you may want to contact the operator early – ideally a few months before July 2026 – to clarify the payment process, confirm whether your preferred room type has air conditioning, and request a detailed description of the unit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is air conditioning available in the rooms?
No. Based on multiple resident comments and the property’s own description, GEC King Edward has heating but no air conditioning. One reviewer explicitly said the building “doesn’t have AC only heating.” If you require cooling, this property will not meet that need.
What is included in the weekly rent?
The property tags indicate that bills are included. This typically covers electricity, water, heating, and internet, but you should verify the exact inclusions with the operator before signing a lease. The deposit is 250 CAD, and the rent is quoted in Canadian dollars per week. All prices are indicative — confirm with the operator.
How do I book a room and what payment methods are accepted?
You can contact the operator directly through the platform where this listing appears. Based on resident feedback, you should confirm the accepted payment methods (e.g., direct deposit, bank transfer, credit card) and ensure you use the exact method they specify. One reviewer reported a dispute over a direct deposit payment they set up, which the operator allegedly did not use. To avoid a similar issue, seek written confirmation of the payment process and keep records of all transactions.
Sources & data date
Data retrieved and verified on 2026-07. All prices are indicative — confirm with the operator. Resident reviews are quoted verbatim from Google and may contain spelling or grammatical errors.
To check current room availability, prices, and lease terms for GEC King Edward, you can use the on-site assistant tool available on this platform. It provides live vacancy updates and can connect you directly with the property operator for 2026–2027 bookings.
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