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178 Edith Rd NW

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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Calgary, AB Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Calgary, AB

Pricing Updated: 06/17/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Calgary, AB area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Calgary Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Suburban SouthC$2,495C$1,180723
Suburban NorthC$2,503C$1,250664
ChinookC$2,712C$1,200160
North Hill Downtown BeltlineC$2,819C$1,200339

Cheapest Available Calgary Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Calgary, AB is a Studio unit found at 211 12th Avenue SW in the North Hill Downtown Beltline neighborhood priced from C$750. Nazir Manor in the Chinook neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from C$1,176. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Calgary apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
211 12th Avenue SWStudioStudio,1BAC$750
Nazir ManorBachelorStudio,1BAC$1,176
Royal EngelBachelorStudio,1BAC$1,225

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Calgary, AB

As of June 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Calgary area is the C$1.34 price per square foot 4 bedroom Model at Bow River Townhomes in the in the Suburban North neighborhood starting from C$2,300. The second greatest value Calgary apartment is the 3 Bedroom Bi-level Model at Village Vale starting at C$1,999 with a C$1.44 price per square foot in the Suburban South neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Calgary apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Bow River Townhomes4 bedroom4BR,1.5BAC$1.34
Village Vale3 Bedroom Bi-level3BR,2BAC$1.44
King's AlleyRenovated Suite - 2 Bedroom2BR,1BAC$1.63
Wyldewood EstatesPremier Suite - 2 Bedroom2BR,1BAC$1.76
Queen's Park Townhomes2 bedroom2BR,1BAC$1.81
Trevella Townhomes2 bedroom2BR,1BAC$1.85
Spruce Ridge Gardens2 Bedroom (AH)2BR,1BAC$1.66
Bonaventure Estates1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BAC$1.79
Beltline Apartments off 17th1 Bedroom1BR,1BAC$1.76
The BarnhartClassic Suite - BachelorStudio ,1BAC$1.89

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Frequently Asked Questions about Calgary

What type of rentals are currently available in Calgary?

There are currently 4581 Apartments for Rent in Calgary, AB with pricing that ranges from C$1,180 to C$4,970. There are also 47 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Calgary ranging from C$950 to C$3,900.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Calgary ranges from C$950 to C$3,900 with an average monthly rent of C$1,946.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.