Comparing Typical Ottawa Rent Prices with Ottawa's Top Student On-Campus Residences
As Ottawa rent continues to increase, on-campus residence may not be so unaffordable after all, but factors like mandatory meal plans provide students with few options for a cost-effective living space.
The visualization shows that when comparing typical rent prices with residence fees, residence is the more affordable option. However, when the mandatory meal plan is added into the equation, the price of residence increases substantially, showing that residences might increase their appeal as rent prices continue to rise, but other factors, like a meal plan, might continue to deter students.