Where Campus Life Meets Mountain Living

Your university experience is defined by so much more than the classes you attend. It’s also shaped by the friendships you form, the routines you build, and even the place you live during the school year. That’s why Koto was built on Burnaby Mountain—to put students near the heart of Simon Fraser University, surrounded by natural beauty and a vibrant community.

Close to Campus

Between homework assignments, extracurricular activities, and part-time jobs, student schedules fill up fast, and long commutes only make balancing it all more difficult. Living at Koto means spending less time getting to school and more time enjoying everything it has to offer.

Located mere steps from SFU Burnaby, this new student residence makes it easy to squeeze in a workout before class, finish up a group project at the last minute, or grab coffee with friends between lectures. Since the W.A.C. Bennett Library, SFU Stadium, and Student Union Building (SUB) are within walking distance, residents feel fully immersed in campus life.

Surrounded by Nature

Burnaby Mountain is more than a scenic backdrop for Koto residents. The building’s natural surroundings create a sense of calm that enhances the student living experience, and helps you recharge and refocus throughout the busy school year.

With expansive forest views, private balconies, and a shared outdoor terrace, nature is always within reach. Meanwhile, nearby green spaces and walking trails encourage you to take a much-deserved study break. Those looking for a tranquil place to unwind also have the option of retreating to SFU’s iconic Reflecting Pond, which is only a short walk away.

Connected to Everything

Some of life’s greatest lessons can be learned outside the classroom—and inside Koto. From in-suite kitchens and laundry machines to private study pods, a social lounge, and an expansive fitness facility, the building is filled with spaces where you can bond with fellow students, embrace your independence, and establish habits that will continue long after graduation.

The neighbourhood is just as lively and convenient. You’re not only close to a grocery store, cafes, and restaurants, but also public transit. Residents who want to explore beyond campus can get to Vancouver, Surrey, and New Westminster in less than an hour.

Koto is redefining student living on Burnaby Mountain. Stop by during open house hours for a tour or apply today to secure your SFU housing for the fall semester.