Shell House
Built in 1969, Shell House is the oldest building in residences and will be closing for good. The expected closure date for Shell House will be Fall 2025 and will occur in conjunction with the re-opening of McTaggart-Cowan Hall. Visit our Housing Options page to see what other accommodations are available.
Continue your SFU Residence Journey
Shell House has single-occupancy only (i.e., no roommates, private) which means that you won't have to share your room with anybody. We offer gender inclusive and single-gender options. Common areas (i.e., washroom, lounges, kitchen, laundry) are shared spaces for all residents living in Shell House.
Each private room includes
All Measurements: Width x Length x Height
- Standard twin size mattress (39" x 78")
- Desk (59.5” x 27” x 29”) + Chair
- Wall shelf x 5 (47.5” x 9.5” x 14”)
- Compact fridge (3.1 cu ft) with Freezer (0.87 cu ft) (20" x 18.5" x 32.5")
- Drawers under bed x 2 (22.5” x 24” x 8”)
- Blinds
- Built in Wardrobe:
- Mirror
- Storage, 2 drawers & 2 shelves (17” x 24” x 75”)
- Clothes closet with clothes hanging rod (28.5” x 24” x 75”)
- Internet:Shaw Wifi High-Speed and ethernet connections
Shell house shared space
- Shared washrooms
- Shared kitchens (stoves, ovens, cupboards, microwaves)
- Shared lounges (with wireless internet)
- Laundry room
Quick Facts
- Each room is single-occupancy only (i.e., no roommates, private)
- No elevator
- Average room size (approximate): 10.3 m2 110 Sq. ft.
- Residence capacity: 130