Summer Residence applications are now open! Learn more and apply.
Summer Residence applications are now open! Learn more and apply.
Chestnut residence
stay with us
Chestnut Residence offers student summer housing from May 4 – August 16.
Our summer residence is open to all students enrolled in a post-secondary institution, including those on a placement, co-op or work term. U of T Alumni and School of Continuing Studies students are also eligible to apply.
Spaces are offered on a first come, first serve basis. There is a minimum booking term of 30 days.
Eligibility
All students enrolled in a post-secondary institution, U of T Alumni and School of Continuing Studies students.
Flexible stays
We offer flexible bookings to suit your needs, ranging from 30 days to full summer stays.
Single or double rooms with private ensuite
Single or double bedrooms, with ensuite bathrooms.
All-inclusive fees
Our summer residence fees include accommodation, meal plan, utilities and internet.
Safe, secure and convenient
Our friendly staff teams are on hand to make sure you have a comfortable stay.
Unbeatable location
Stay in the heart of Downtown Toronto, next to the city’s iconic Nathan Phillips Square.
Learn more
Chestnut Residence offers single or double* bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms.
All bedrooms include an ensuite bathroom.
Guests also have access to our communal spaces and facilities, including:
Summer Residence fees include daily all-you-care-to-eat breakfast and dinner at the Chestnut Dining Commons.
*Double bedrooms are only available for students who have a pre-selected roommate. To request a double room, please email us at chestnut.residence@utoronto.ca
Fees for Summer 2025 will be released soon, please check back for updates.
| Guest + Room Type | Early Bird Rate – Full Summer *Must Apply by March 31st, 2024 | Standard Rate – Full Summer | Monthly Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Single | $7954 | $8830 | $2774.17 |
| Student Double | $6043 | $6578 | $2344.17 |
*Discounted early bird rates are available for bookings made before March 31st
Our Summer 2024 rates are provided as a reference. Any fees listed on our website are indicative and subject to final approval. Final fee assessments will be conducted in accordance with the applicable policies and guidelines at the University of Toronto. Any changes to fees will be updated by April 2025.
Summer student rates include a mandatory meal plan of breakfast and dinner.
Applications for Summer Residence are made via StarRez.
Yes! All students enrolled in a post-secondary institution for the summer term, including those on a placement, co-op or work term, are eligible to apply. You do not have to be a University of Toronto student to stay with us during the summer.
Please note: non U of T Students are required to provide proof of student status.
A minimum stay of 30 days is required. You can stay up to four months for full summer stays.
For stays of less than 30 days, you can make a booking with our summer accommodations team via Stay at U of T.
Your first payment must be submitted through the application on Moneris. Once this payment is completed it unlocks the remaining sections of your application. You will pay the remaining balance through your ACORN account.
Any unpaid fees on ACORN on the 15th of each month are subject to service charges.
Your first payment must be submitted through the application on Moneris. Payment for the remaining balance of fees can be made through the Account section of your StarRez portal, located under the hamburger menu at the top left.
Fees balance is due upon or prior to arrival at Chestnut Residence for check-in.
Summer offers are typically sent in early to mid-March. If you meet our eligibility requirements and space permits, you will be contacted by email with an offer.
Yes, meal plans are mandatory at Chestnut Residence.
You can find out more about meal plans and the Chestnut Dining Commons on the Food Services website.
You can read our Residence Agreement here.
get in touch
Got a question? Our admissions team are on hand to help. Send us an email and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.
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