
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Gabriola Island, BC from $1,500 (74 Rentals)
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Mainstreet Duncan Apartments

Blair House

Summerhill Place

The Meridian

8675 French

Cartier Street

3583 Kingsway

8735 Selkirk

Rutherford Place Apartments
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North Point Apartments

1373 West 73rd

Chroma

Metro Pointe Burnaby

1326 West 13th

The Duke

Novare

The Artiste

The Glenmore

SIGNAL at Marine Gateway
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The Everett Marine & Kerr

855 Jervis

Edmonds Heights

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West 6th Avenue

Horizon Towers

Vista

1580 Haro

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Forte
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The Lydia

33 Water Street

Yaletown

Maple + 41

388 Kaslo East Village Apartments

The Sherlan

Wesley Place

The Elms

RIVA Residences

The Windsor
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Faber Block

3550 W 39th Ave

3853 W 15th Ave

1842 W 63rd Ave

6166 Palahi Rd

263 Golden Oaks Cres

5361 Royal Sea View

5863 Deuchars Dr

10251 Cornerbrook Cres

1529-1529 Boundary Crescent
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Gabriola Island, BC Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Gabriola Island?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gabriola Island Studio Apartments | $2,245 | $1,500 | $3,535 |
| Gabriola Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,500 | $1,550 | $4,490 |
| Gabriola Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,496 | $1,650 | $4,900 |
| Gabriola Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,819 | $2,400 | $7,995 |
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Cheapest Available Gabriola Island Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Gabriola Island, BC is a Studio unit found at Drinkwater Place Apartments priced from $1,500. Mainstreet Duncan Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Gabriola Island apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drinkwater Place Apartments | Studio/ 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| Mainstreet Duncan Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| 8675 French | 1 Bed Promotional price for 12 months | 1BR,1BA | $1,709 |
| Cartier Street | Studio Promotional Price For 12 Months* | Studio,1BA | $1,740 |
| 3583 Kingsway | Studio Promotional Price For 12 Months* | Studio,1BA | $1,771 |
| 8735 Selkirk | 1 Bed Promotional price | 1BR,1BA | $1,777 |
| Rutherford Place Apartments | Open Plan One Bedroom | Studio,1BA | $1,794 |
| North Point Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,815 |
| 1373 West 73rd | 1 Bed Promotional price | 1BR,1BA | $1,887 |
| Chroma | 0 Bedroom(s) and 1 Bathroom(s) | Studio,1BA | $1,889 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gabriola Island, BC and Nearby
As of March 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Gabriola Island area is the $3.05 price per square foot two bedrooms Model at Metro Pointe Burnaby in the starting from $2,895. The second greatest value Gabriola Island apartment is the High-Rise ONE BEDROOM Model at Langara Gardens starting at $2,200 with a $2.73 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Gabriola Island apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metro Pointe Burnaby | two bedrooms | 2BR,2BA | $3.05 |
| Langara Gardens | High-Rise ONE BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| The Meridian | 1 Bed 2 Bath | 1BR,2BA | $3.09 |
| Mainstreet Duncan Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| 33 Water Street | 0 Bedroom(s) and 1 Bathroom(s) | Studio ,1BA | $3.36 |
| 8735 Selkirk | 8735 Selkirk - Plan D | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| Vista | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| Blair House | Elite 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.18 |
| North Point Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $3.24 |
| Rutherford Place Apartments | Open Plan One Bedroom | Studio ,1BA | $3.36 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Gabriola Island Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Gabriola Island?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Gabriola Island is at Drinkwater Place Apartments listed at $1,500.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Gabriola Island Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Gabriola Island Apartment is $1,695 at The Meridian.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Gabriola Island Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Gabriola Island is starting from $1,650 at Mainstreet Duncan Apartments.
What is the most affordable Gabriola Island Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Gabriola Island Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Drinkwater Place Apartments and starts from $2,400.
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