
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Gabriola Island, BC from $1,500 (81 Rentals)
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Blair House

Summerhill Place

North Point Apartments

Rutherford Place Apartments

The Crest

Wall Ambleside

3583 Kingsway

Wall Amber Lodge

8675 French
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Chroma

Novare

Edmonds Heights

1373 West 73rd

Horizon Towers

Vista

The Artiste

The Cascades

Avira
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The Duke

Wesley Place

Spencer House

The Elms

1326 West 13th

1580 Haro

388 Kaslo East Village Apartments

Wall Yaletown

Maple + 41
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The Windsor

SIGNAL at Marine Gateway

855 Jervis

West 6th Avenue

Faber Block

3853 W 15th Ave

3550 W 39th Ave

3615 Georgia St

550 Bradley St

244-244 Selby St
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1595-1595 Boundary Crescent

250-250 Selby St

160-160 Vancouver Ave

Mainstreet Duncan Apartments

501 Sixth St

1480-1480 Boundary Crescent

430-430 Stewart Ave

The Meridian

6517 Peregrine Rd

Chelsea Place
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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 | $2,159 | $1,500 | $4,000 |
| Gabriola Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,391 | $1,700 | $4,490 |
| Gabriola Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,307 | $2,050 | $5,395 |
| Gabriola Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,860 | $2,400 | $7,500 |
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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. Summerhill Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,595. 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 |
| Summerhill Place | Bachelor 1825 D | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| North Point Apartments | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,625 |
| Rutherford Place Apartments | Open Plan One Bedroom | Studio,1BA | $1,690 |
| The Meridian | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| The Crest | Bachelor A | Studio,1BA | $1,725 |
| 3583 Kingsway | Studio Promotional Price For 12 Months* | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
| Chroma | 0 Bedroom(s) and 1 Bathroom(s) | Studio,1BA | $1,889 |
| Novare | 1 Bed 1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $1,895 |
| Chelsea Place | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gabriola Island, BC and Nearby
As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Gabriola Island area is the $2.84 price per square foot two bedrooms Model at Metro Pointe Burnaby in the in the Burnaby neighborhood starting from $2,695. The second greatest value Gabriola Island apartment is the 2 Bed / 1 Bath • 910 SF Model at Wall Amber Lodge starting at $2,800 with a $3.08 price per square foot in the Dunbar Southlands neighborhood. 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 | $2.84 |
| Wall Amber Lodge | 2 Bed / 1 Bath • 910 SF | 2BR,1BA | $3.08 |
| The Meridian | 1 Bedroom + Office/2 Bath | 1BR,2BA | $3.09 |
| 8735 Selkirk | 8735 Selkirk - Plan I | 1BR,1BA | $2.61 |
| Vista | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.95 |
| Wall Ambleside | 1 Bed / 1 Bath • 651 SF | 1BR,1BA | $3.15 |
| Horizon Towers | 1 Bed 1 Bath H | 1BR,1BA | $3.47 |
| 8675 French | 8675 French - Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $3.35 |
| Rutherford Place Apartments | Open Plan One Bedroom | Studio ,1BA | $3.16 |
| The Crest | Bachelor A | Studio ,1BA | $3.34 |
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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 $1,900 at Chelsea Place.
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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