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Barrie, ON Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Barrie, ON

Pricing Updated: 01/25/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Barrie, ON area range in price from $1,200 to $3,515 with an overall median price of $2,622. The three Barrie neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are East End at $1,850, Downtown Barrie at $1,850, and West End at $1,895. Here is today’s list of the top 6 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Barrie Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
East End$2,050$1,8503
Downtown Barrie$2,095$1,85010
West End$2,575$1,89518
North Barrie$2,795$1,85019
Simcoe Region$3,109$1,20041
South Barrie$3,109$1,8506

Cheapest Available Barrie Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Barrie, ON is a 5 Beds unit found at Arcadian Students in the East End neighborhood priced from $1,019. 24-32 Mulcaster in the Downtown Barrie neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,495. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Barrie apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Arcadian Students5 Bed 5 Bath Townhouse5BR,5BA$1,019
24-32 Mulcaster28B2BR,1BA$1,495
108 Kempenfelt Dr1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,700
Two331 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,849
Edgehill Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath A1BR,1BA$1,895
Highpoint Barrie2 Bed 1 Bath A2BR,1BA$1,895
The Deanwood Rental Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,899
Bayfield Tower Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath A1BR,1BA$1,950
Huronia Village2 bedroom2BR,1BA$2,300
Tamarack Woods Townhouses3 Bed 1 Bath B3BR,1BA$2,550

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Barrie, ON

As of January 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Barrie area is the $1.75 price per square foot 3 Bed 1 Bath B Model at Tamarack Woods Townhouses in the in the Simcoe Region neighborhood starting from $2,550. The second greatest value Barrie apartment is the 5 Bed 5 Bath Apartment Model at Arcadian Students starting at $1,019 with a $0.75 price per square foot in the East End neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Barrie apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Tamarack Woods Townhouses3 Bed 1 Bath B3BR,1BA$1.75
Arcadian Students5 Bed 5 Bath Apartment5BR,5BA$0.75
Huronia Village2 bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.92
The Deanwood Rental Apartments1 Bedroom + den1BR,1BA$2.35
Highpoint Barrie2 Bed 1 Bath B2BR,1BA$2.33
Two331 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.74
Edgehill Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath A1BR,1BA$2.82
Bayfield Tower Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath A1BR,1BA$3.82
24-32 Mulcaster24A1BR,1BA$3.00

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Frequently Asked Questions about Barrie

What type of rentals are currently available in Barrie?

There are currently 201 Apartments for Rent in Barrie, ON with pricing that ranges from $1,850 to $3,499. There are also 169 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Barrie ranging from $1,250 to $5,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Barrie?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Barrie ranges from $1,250 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,085.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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