Landlords and property managers are coming up with more creative incentives, promotions and deals for prospective tenants because of the changing marketplace caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
How about a free unforgettable experience of your choice including tandem skydiving or helicopter rides — plus two months’ free rent? That’s what a property manager is offering in Montreal.
Another property manager in Toronto is offering to pay for your move — plus a month of free rent. And another promises a fully stocked wine fridge.
Property managers and landlords across the country continue to offer free-rent incentives, and other free amenities such as Internet access, parking, gift cards and cash back.
In Calgary and Edmonton, some property owners are offering special incentives for veterans, health-care workers, first-responders, seniors and students.
With higher vacancy rates in many cities, property managers and landlords will continue to offer incentives to compete for the best tenants, especially as more work-from-home renters look for more space.
1. Toronto
https://rentals.ca/toronto/25-selby-street-1 — One month free rent, plus we pay for your move
https://rentals.ca/north-york/980-lawrence-ave-e – A $500 Visa gift card for one-year leases approved for one-bedroom units rented for the months of March and April
https://rentals.ca/toronto/410-dufferin-street – Two months free rent, plus up to $1,000 in move-in bonuses including…
- A fully stocked wine fridge from Downtown Winery ($500 value)
- A $300 Ritual gift card
- A $200 Netflix gift card
https://rentals.ca/toronto/35-walmer-road – Move-in bonus: one month free rent, plus $200 Visa gift card on same-day applications
https://rentals.ca/toronto/561-sherbourne-street-3 – One free month, plus one year free parking, plus $500 move-in incentive
https://rentals.ca/toronto/730-st-clarens-avenue-1 – One month free rent, and up to one year free parking
2. Montreal
https://rentals.ca/montreal/450-rue-sherbrooke-est-1 – Move in by April 1 and get two months free plus an unforgettable experience of your choice such as a tandem skydive
https://rentals.ca/montreal/2085-rue-guy-1 – Move in by April 1 and get two months free plus an unforgettable experience of your choice such as a tandem skydive
https://rentals.ca/montreal/370-montreal-rue-des-seigneurs – Get 50 per cent off two months rent when you lease any one-bedroom condo, Get 50 per cent off three months rent when you lease any two-bedroom condo rental
https://rentals.ca/montreal/2050-avenue-claremont – three or two months free rent
https://rentals.ca/montreal/1212-pine-avenue-west – Move in by April 1 and get two months free plus an unforgettable experience of your choice, such as a helicopter ride for two
3. Vancouver
https://rentals.ca/vancouver/2035-barclay-street – Get $500 bonus & six months free parking for select units on new leases
https://rentals.ca/vancouver/1501-haro-street-1 – Two months free on select units when you sign a new lease
https://rentals.ca/vancouver/1022-nelson-street – Move in by April 1 and earn up to $1,000 cash back on one- and two-bedroom suites; 25 per cent off any Telus Optik TV and internet product monthly
https://rentals.ca/vancouver/1100-harwood-street-3 – One month free when you sign a new lease
https://rentals.ca/vancouver/5815-yew-street – One month free plus $200 grocery gift card or $1,000 gift card when you sign a new lease
4. Calgary
https://rentals.ca/calgary/115-25-ave-sw – Free utilities, and refer a friend to become part of ALC and get $250 rental credit. Exclusive Telus offer: Save 25 per cent on any Internet tier and Optik TV products as an ALC resident in Alberta
https://rentals.ca/calgary/skyview – Spring special: one month free rent; a 5 per cent discount for a limited time for first responders, health-care workers and airline employees; $25 off underground parking; reduced damage deposit for seniors )$600 instead of $1,00); refer a friend and get $250; tenants at Skyview Place receive 40 per cent off all Telus home services and ask about discounts for military and first responders
https://rentals.ca/calgary/15-kincora-glen-park-northwest – Reduced damage deposit for seniors ($800 instead of one month’s free rent); refer a friend and get $250; tenants at Emerald Sky receive 40 per cent off all Telus home services and ask about discounts for military and first responders
https://rentals.ca/calgary/4515-varsity-dr-nw – Rent today and save up to two months on rent with exclusive rates on Telus Optik TV and high-speed Internet. Students receive a $300 move in bonus
5. Edmonton
https://rentals.ca/edmonton/8128-102-street-nw – Receive one month free rent; reduced security deposits of $199 for seniors and veterans; rent a suite and receive a $250 gift card
https://rentals.ca/edmonton/231a-creston-place-56-street-144-avenue – One month free rent on a 12-month lease; free Telus TV & Internet for one year; $600 Amazon gift card upon move-in on a 12-month lease; reduced damage deposit of $395; reduced damage deposit of $100 for health-care workers, government workers, military, police, and 50-plus, free early possession, subject to unit availability
https://rentals.ca/edmonton/13220-140-st-nw-13528-140-st-nw – Free early move-in after the March 19 when signing a 12-month lease; students, veterans and first responders get an additional $100 off the rental price; student incentives of reduced security deposit and six, eight, nine and 12 month leases available; low rates for Telus TV and Internet (some conditions apply)
https://rentals.ca/edmonton/3607-elston-gate – Spring special: One month free rent; refer a friend and get $250; ask about a discount for military and first responders; 12 months free cable and Internet
https://rentals.ca/edmonton/17119-64-ave – Receive up to $4,104 off rent plus $200 move-in bonus on select suites and exclusive rates on Telus Optik TV and high-speed Internet
https://rentals.ca/edmonton/6133-stanton-dr-sw – One month free rent and receive a $500 gift card
Michael Somoza joined Rentals.ca in 2017 as a marketing specialist. Born and raised in Toronto, he enjoys biking, shooting hoops, and taking photos of his beautiful city.
