
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Gabriola Island, BC from $1,500 (68 Rentals)
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Mainstreet Duncan Apartments

Blair House

Summerhill Place

The Meridian

8675 French

Cartier Street

8735 Selkirk

Horizon Towers

Novare
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Katherine Anne

Chroma

Metro Pointe Burnaby

Shannon Mews & Apartments

3583 Kingsway

The Artiste

1326 West 13th

The Elms

855 Jervis

The Duke
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The Glenmore

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The Sherlan

SIGNAL at Marine Gateway

Vista

The Windsor

1580 Haro

Yaletown

Lynnmour Apartments
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West 6th Avenue

The Everett Marine & Kerr

388 Kaslo East Village Apartments

The Lydia

1461 Harwood

The Dunbar

Faber Block

3853 W 15th Ave

1842 W 63rd Ave

147 Haliburton St
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1595 Boundary Crescent

250 Selby St

238-238 Selby St

1480-1480 Boundary Crescent

1406-1406 Jingle Pot Rd

6431 Azure Rd

10251 Cornerbrook Cres

Camellia At The Gardens

Chelsea Place

Salish Sands
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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 | $2,284 | $1,500 | $2,800 |
| Gabriola Island 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,358 | $1,550 | $4,490 |
| Gabriola Island 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,471 | $1,650 | $5,300 |
| Gabriola Island 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,344 | $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. Blair House has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,570. 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 | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| Blair House | Bachelor | Studio,1BA | $1,570 |
| Mainstreet Duncan Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| Summerhill Place | 1 Bed 1 Bath 1820 B | 1BR,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 | $1,749 |
| 8735 Selkirk | 1 Bed Promotional price | 1BR,1BA | $1,777 |
| Novare | Bachelor H | Studio,1BA | $1,795 |
| Katherine Anne | Studio Promotional Price | Studio,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 January 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Gabriola Island area is the $2.98 price per square foot 2 Bedroom(s) and 2 Bathroom(s) Model at 33 Water Street in the in the Downtown Vancouver neighborhood starting from $5,300. The second greatest value Gabriola Island apartment is the Two Bedroom Model at False Creek Residences starting at $3,480 with a $3.42 price per square foot in the Downtown Vancouver 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33 Water Street | 2 Bedroom(s) and 2 Bathroom(s) | 2BR,2BA | $2.98 |
| False Creek Residences | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $3.42 |
| Metro Pointe Burnaby | two bedrooms | 2BR,2BA | $3.05 |
| Mainstreet Duncan Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Langara Gardens | High-Rise LD ONE_BEDROOM | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| 8735 Selkirk | 8735 Selkirk - Plan D | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| Vista | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| Horizon Towers | 1 Bed 1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $3.28 |
| Summerhill Place | 1 Bed 1 Bath 1820 B | 1BR,1BA | $3.11 |
| Blair House | Bachelor | Studio ,1BA | $3.49 |
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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 $1,650 at Summerhill Place.
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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