When looking for an apartment to rent in Vancouver, Toronto, Ottawa or Calgary, there are serious benefits to renting an apartment directly from a property management company vs. going through a third-party rental and property finder. Doing so can help you feel safer, save time, and experience more consistency. Keep reading to learn more! It’s safer Renting an apartment directly from a property management company ensures you avoid scammers and unethical landlords who frequent third-party rental websites. While property management companies do post their available apartment units on third-part ..read more

Top questions when renting an apartment Are you currently searching for an apartment to rent, or have you just found an available rental that you like? There are certainly things you should be mindful of when renting an apartment, but there are also important questions you should be asking as well. Here are the top 5 questions you should consider asking: Are there any additional costs? Your budget will play a factor in where you choose to rent. To properly budget, however, it’s essential to know what other costs would be required, other than the rent itself, so they don’t come as surprises l ..read more

If you’re moving out for the first time, an apartment rental can represent a very enticing and budget-conscious option. As you’re hunting for an apartment space to move into, though, there are a few things to keep in mind before you rent. Recognize the Costs Make sure to budget, budget, budget. Why? Because living on your own can be expensive. In addition to the upfront costs associated with renting an apartment – such as the security deposit, monthly rental fees, and moving expenses – you would also need to cover other basic living expenses and long-term costs, which may include: Utilities ..read more

It’s Back to School season! At last, universities are welcoming students back to the classroom come September. While you gear up for homework, readings, studying, and of course, parties, first thing’s first – find a place to rent. You might be wondering if you should find an apartment for rent on campus or off campus. Before you make this decision, check out our top 10 reasons to rent an apartment off campus: https://media.giphy.com/media/CRUMJee9DGjNZaqtaZ/giphy.mp4 MORE Food Options One of the best things about renting an apartment off campus is the plethora of restaurants, cafes, bars, and ..read more

Hollyburn Properties is committed to supporting the communities where our rental apartment buildings are located in Vancouver, Toronto, Calgary, and Ottawa. That’s why we partnered with Ensure Hive Future (EHF). EHF installed honeybee hives at some of our Vancouver rental apartment buildings in Downtown Vancouver, North Vancouver, and West Vancouver. And, now that the bees are happy in their homes on the rooftops of our Vancouver apartment rentals, we wanted to tell you what a day in the life of a Hollyburn honeybee looks like! Apartment beekeeping at Hollyburn Gardens Rental Apartments in W ..read more

Long days. Vacations. Sun. The beach. What’s not to love? Despite all its positives, there are some drawbacks to the summer season in Canada. For one, apartments often get hot, making it difficult to relax or sleep. This is especially true if your rental receives direct sunlight, causing the heat to get trapped and accumulate. According to Environment and Climate Change Canada, “summer temperatures averaged across the nation have warmed by 1.5°C over the past 70 years.” And with a record-breaking heatwave in BC – that saw temperatures spike to 40+ degrees Celsius in Vancouver – it’s likely th ..read more

Hollyburn has proudly partnered with Ensure Hive Future. They will install honeybee hives at a few of our apartment rental communities in Downtown Vancouver and on the North Shore. Did You Know? Bees are critical to nearly every aspect of the ecosystem and integral to food production. Approximately 1/3 of agricultural land requires bees for pollination. But bees are under threat from pesticides and unsustainable agricultural practices. After learning this, Hollyburn felt a responsibility to help. We’re using our 3,000+ rental apartments in Vancouver as a source for good. About Ensure Hive Fu ..read more

Hollyburn has proudly partnered with Ensure Hive Future. They will install honeybee hives at a few of our apartment rental communities in Downtown Vancouver and on the North Shore. Did You Know? Bees are critical to nearly every aspect of the ecosystem and integral to food production – with approximately 1/3 of agricultural land requiring bees for pollination. But bees are under threat from pesticides and unsustainable agricultural practices. After learning this, Hollyburn felt a responsibility to help and use our 3,000+ rental apartments in Vancouver as a source for good. About Ensure Hive F ..read more

Each year on April 22 Hollyburn joins in the global environmental movement, Earth Day, to celebrate Mother Nature and encourage transformational change to help save our planet. How Earth Day Began     Earth Day began in 1970 as an opportunity to bring public awareness to the state of the planet, the impact it has on human health, and to promote more conscious industries and consumerism. By the end of the first year, Earth Day had inspired more than 20 million Americans to protest the harmful effects of industrial development and inspired legislative changes including ..read more

Have you ever walked into a room that just felt good? That’s not an accident. Did you know that on average Canadians spend 90% of their time indoors? That’s almost 21 hours a day! In addition to this, more and more research suggests that where we spend our time impacts overall health and happiness. Your home is more than just a roof over your head; it sets the foundation for your wellbeing. And for many of us, our “home” has evolved into our workplace, fitness studio, and everything in-between – giving even more weight to its impact on our welfare. Here are 5 renter-friendly ways to mindfully ..read more