Koto was designed for Simon Fraser University students who want convenience, comfort, and community. Located just a 5 minute walk from campus, Koto offers fully furnished suites, all-inclusive rent (utilities + WiFi), central air conditioning throughout, modern amenities like study areas and fitness spaces, and fun community events — all in a modern, purpose-built environment created to make student life easier and more connected. 

Living at Koto means no hidden costs or moving headaches. Each suite comes fully furnished by Article Furniture with a double bed, in unit laundry, and includes all utilities plus ultra-fast WiFi in your rent. It’s a stress-free, turnkey setup — perfect for students coming from out of town, international students, or anyone who wants to focus on studies instead of bills.

While Koto is purpose-built for students, it’s open to all post-secondary students in Burnaby. Whether you attend Simon Fraser University, BCIT, or another local college, you’ll enjoy the same access to furnished suites, inclusive rent, and an engaging student community.

Yes! Koto includes quiet study lounges, collaborative work areas, and high-speed WiFi throughout the building. Whether you prefer solo study or group sessions, our dedicated study spaces are designed to support your academic success and student lifestyle at SFU.

Koto is a 2 minute drive to SFU’s Burnaby campus — and just a 5-minute walk or quick bus ride away. You’ll be close enough to get to class in minutes while enjoying the independence of off-campus living. Plus, nearby cafés, grocery stores, and hiking trails make Koto perfectly situated for both studying and downtime.  

Absolutely. Koto is a top choice for international students studying at SFU and nearby institutions. With fully furnished suites, all-inclusive rent, high-speed internet, and roommate matching, moving in is simple — no need to buy furniture or set up utilities. You’ll also join a vibrant, welcoming student community right from day one.

Students at Koto enjoy amenities tailored to both study and social life — including quiet study lounges, a fitness centre, social spaces, secure bike storage with a repair station, and high-speed WiFi throughout. You’ll also have access to an outdoor terrace with direct access to Burnaby Mountain’s walking trails — the perfect place to relax, recharge, or take in the view between classes. Every detail is designed to help students live, learn, and connect on Burnaby Mountain.

Yes! Every Koto suite comes equipped with in-suite laundry for your convenience. No more waiting in shared laundry rooms or hauling clothes around campus — you’ll have your own washer and dryer right in your apartment. It’s one of the many ways Koto makes student living easier, more comfortable, and completely hassle-free.

We sign 3-year agreements with free opt-out windows so you can plan your stay (and your budget) accordingly! The minimum stay is a 12-month cycle beginning in September 2026-August 2027.

At Koto, we pride ourselves on providing high-quality, durable furniture designed for your comfort and peace of mind. Each suite is thoughtfully designed and fully equipped to be move-in ready!

An example of the furniture package provided:
Bedroom:

• Bed frame and double mattress
• Desk
• Desk chair
• Nightstand

In the shared living spaces:

• Dining table with chairs
• Fully furnished living room with a sofa, coffee table, and TV

Please note: Furniture offerings are subject to change based on floorplan and unit type. Decorations and bedding are not included. We ask you bring things to add to your space to make it feel like home for you. All furnishings are provided by Article Furniture, a Canadian company known for modern, durable, and stylish design.

Nothing! At Koto we want to provide a turn key and all-inclusive approach to the purpose-built Student market. All utilities such as water, electricity and gas are included in your base rent. As a bonus, high speed WIFI is also included in your rent and accessible throughout the property!

At Koto we understand that a reliable and fast connection is essential these days to support your online needs from joining a virtual class to reaching back home and speaking with your loved ones. We are equipped with Rogers Xfinity Internet (unlimited data), their premier 1G internet with up to 1G download speed using WiFi 6e, for reliable connectivity even when your room mates are online at the same time. This wifi is available throughout the common areas and your unit. Did we mention that there is no extra charge for this and it is included in your rent? 

An Individual Liability Lease gives you peace of mind! It means you’re only responsible for your rent and your space — not your roommates’. Each resident signs their own lease agreement, so if someone else moves out early or misses a payment, it won’t affect you. It’s a simple, secure way to enjoy shared living without sharing the financial responsibility.

We require that all residents have a guarantor over the age of 18. Since students don’t have a long work history or stable income in most cases, we request that a parent, guardian or someone capable of assuring your financial responsibilities signs as guarantor for your term.

At Koto, the security deposit is equal to half of one month’s rent and helps cover any potential damage beyond normal wear and tear when you move out. As long as your suite is left in good condition, your deposit will be returned to you at the end of your tenancy in accordance with BC’s Residential Tenancy Act.

Koto Management will be providing a roommate matching service to all individual residents looking for roommates. This service pairs you with like-minded residents based on a short personality and lifestyle quiz, helping to create a comfortable and compatible living experience. Our goal is to make sure you feel right at home from day one — living with people who share similar habits, study styles, and interests.

As a purpose built student rental, we strive to cater to all your needs. As a cycling forward community on Burnaby Mountain we not only provide free bike storage in a secured underground location but also a bike tuning and cleaning station! Whether coming home from a day of downhill and dirt trails or a leisurely stroll or commute you will be able to confidently store, wash and tune!

Yes! We have a limited number of electric car charging stations on site – first come first served!

At Koto we pride ourselves on having an on-site maintenance staff member for all of your service request needs! Our easy to use and intuitive Resident Portal will allow you to create a work order and provide notes on access, presence of animals and assign an urgency level. On evenings and weekends an answering service will direct you to a representative in the event of an emergency and our teams remain on standby 24/7 for your safety and comfort! 

Insurance is mandatory with all agreements in order to protect yourself from liability, ensure you are covered from costly accidents or mistakes and at your own discretion protecting your personal belongings from someone else’s potential missteps. We are happy to discuss with you!

At Koto, you’ll enjoy the convenience of in-suite laundry, central air conditioning (a rare perk in Burnaby), quartz countertops, stainless-steel appliances, large private windows, smart storage solutions, and fully furnished suites. Select floor plans also include private balconies for even more space to unwind.

Absolutely! We have underground, indoor, heated parking at Koto for an extra fee. This is a first come, first served – ask about parking when signing your lease!