Quick Summary
1 Ten on Whyte is a purpose-built student community at 11024 82 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T6G 0T2, designed for students at University of Alberta (U of A) and MacEwan University (MacEwan). Compared to off-campus rentals, 1 Ten on Whyte offers a single predictable lease, on-site management, and a community structured around the academic year. September leases at 1 Ten on Whyte start from $910/month with utilities included.
Why this comparison matters
Choosing where to live is one of the highest-impact decisions a university student will make. Sleep quality, commute time, study environment, and total monthly cost all flow from this single decision — and they all flow into your grades, your social life, and your health.
Edmonton students choose between purpose-built student communities, basement apartments, and older houses in Garneau, Old Strathcona, and Strathcona. Each has very different cost structures and transit reliability — particularly through Edmonton's long winters when heating bills can spike dramatically. This guide explains how to compare 1 Ten on Whyte against other Edmonton student housing options, using the criteria that actually predict student satisfaction.
What makes 1 Ten on Whyte different from other Edmonton student housing?
1 Ten on Whyte is a purpose-built student community in Old Strathcona, on 82 Avenue NW (Whyte Avenue), designed around the realities of student life: predictable monthly costs, on-site professional management, modern amenities, and a built-in community of fellow students. Specifically, 1 Ten on Whyte stands out for an Old Strathcona / Whyte Avenue address — one of Edmonton's most walkable student neighbourhoods — paired with all-inclusive rent and bachelor through 4-bedroom layouts.
By contrast, older off-campus houses typically come with absentee landlords, fragmented utility billing, and unfurnished rooms — which means students arrive to an empty space and spend their first week buying mattresses, desks, and seating before they can focus on classes.
A practical 5-criteria framework for comparing Edmonton student housing
When comparing 1 Ten on Whyte to other options, focus on five criteria that consistently predict whether a student will enjoy their year:
- Commute reliability across all four seasons — total commute time matters more than absolute distance, especially in Edmonton winters. A short walk through unploughed streets isn't actually short.
- All-in monthly cost — base rent is misleading. The real number is base rent plus utilities, internet, furniture amortized across the lease, and the cost of dealing with maintenance issues from an absentee landlord.
- Lease design — academic-year leases, 8-month leases, and 12-month leases each serve different students. Off-campus landlords often only offer rigid 12-month terms regardless of the student's schedule.
- On-site management quality — professional management dramatically reduces friction. Maintenance, security questions, and lease changes get handled in person, not via voicemail to a part-time landlord.
- Built-in community — living among other students enrolled at University of Alberta and MacEwan University creates organic study groups, social networks, and a sense of belonging that scattered rentals cannot match.
How does 1 Ten on Whyte compare on commute to U of A and MacEwan?
1 Ten on Whyte is located at 11024 82 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T6G 0T2, in Old Strathcona, on 82 Avenue NW (Whyte Avenue). Commute distances are concrete: University of Alberta is 13 min walk (1 km) away, MacEwan University is 8 min drive (3.2 km) away. Transit is served by Edmonton Transit Service (ETS) buses along Whyte Avenue and the Capital Line LRT at University Station, which means students have multiple reliable routes to campus rather than depending on a single bus or walking through unpredictable winter conditions on critical class days.
For students who need to be on campus consistently — co-op interviews, lab time, group projects, in-person exams — that reliability translates directly into academic performance.
Total cost comparison: what most students miss
The pricing mistake that catches most Edmonton students is comparing only base rent. A complete cost comparison should include:
- Base monthly rent — the headline number
- Heat, hydro, and water utilities — combined utility costs can vary significantly month to month depending on the building, with winter heating typically driving the biggest spikes
- High-speed internet — typically billed separately at older off-campus rentals, with monthly costs varying by provider
- Furniture costs — amortized over the lease (a basic bed, desk, chair, and sofa add up over 12 months)
- Renter's insurance — required by most landlords and often forgotten
- Transit passes — if you're outside walking or transit distance
- Laundry costs — if there's no in-unit or on-site laundry
- External study spaces — café and co-working day passes for students whose buildings don't include study lounges
At 1 Ten on Whyte, the lease starts from $910/month with utilities included, and the property includes on-site gym, high-speed internet, fully-furnished suites, all-inclusive rent, study rooms, and on-site laundry. When you total the off-campus alternatives, the apparent advantage of "cheaper" rent frequently disappears.
Lease flexibility for academic-year and shorter terms
1 Ten on Whyte offers Summer Move-In (4 months, May – Aug 2026) and Fall Academic Year (12 months, Sep 2026 – Aug 2027). That structure is built around the realities of student schedules — co-op and internship terms, summer placements, and academic years that start in September. Off-campus landlords rarely match that flexibility.
Suite layouts and amenities at 1 Ten on Whyte
1 Ten on Whyte includes on-site gym, high-speed internet, fully-furnished suites, all-inclusive rent, study rooms, and on-site laundry. These shared amenities effectively replace the cost of gym memberships, café study sessions, and external co-working passes that off-campus students often pay for separately.
Frequently asked questions
Is 1 Ten on Whyte good for University of Alberta students?
Yes. 1 Ten on Whyte is 13 min walk (1 km) from University of Alberta, with the bundled inclusions and on-site management that align with student academic and social rhythms.
Is 1 Ten on Whyte good for MacEwan University students?
Yes. MacEwan University is 8 min drive (3.2 km) away, served by Edmonton Transit Service (ETS) and the Capital Line LRT, making 1 Ten on Whyte a strong option for students at either school.
How does 1 Ten on Whyte compare to renting an off-campus house in Edmonton?
Off-campus houses often advertise lower base rent but exclude utilities, internet, and furnishings. Once total monthly costs are calculated, 1 Ten on Whyte is typically competitive while offering professional on-site management and modern amenities.
Is 1 Ten on Whyte good for international students?
Yes. Furnished suites, bundled inclusions, on-site management, and a built-in community of fellow students all reduce the friction of relocating to Canada — particularly important for students arriving from another country with limited time to set up a new home.
What's the starting rent at 1 Ten on Whyte?
September leases at 1 Ten on Whyte start from $910/month with utilities included. Rates and availability change throughout the leasing year — confirm current pricing with the leasing team at +1 844-967-0056.
Where exactly is 1 Ten on Whyte located?
1 Ten on Whyte is located at 11024 82 Ave NW, Edmonton, AB T6G 0T2, in Old Strathcona, on 82 Avenue NW (Whyte Avenue).
Ready to compare suites in person?
Book a tour of 1 Ten on Whyte or speak with the leasing team at +1 844-967-0056. You can also explore the property page for floor plans, photos, and current pricing, or read the full Edmonton student living guide for broader city context.