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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Guelph, ON from $500 (12 Rentals)
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45-51 E Surrey St
45-51 E Surrey StGuelph, ON N1H 3P6
51 Roehampton Crescent
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36 Ridgeway Ave
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486 College Ave W
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38 Ridgeway Ave
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484 College Ave W
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Royal Towne
85-87 Westwood RdGuelph, ON N1H 6Y8
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Wyndamere Place Condominiums
60-64 Baker StGuelph, ON N1H 4G1
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Guelph, ON Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Guelph?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Guelph Studio Apartments | $1,639 | $795 | $2,043 |
| Cheap Guelph 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,010 | $800 | $2,650 |
| Cheap Guelph 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,490 | $1,092 | $4,900 |
| Cheap Guelph 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,325 | $975 | $4,750 |
| Cheap Guelph 4 Bedroom Apartments | $975 | $975 | $975 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Guelph, ON
Pricing Updated: 06/13/2026Current apartment rentals in the Guelph, ON area range in price from $500 to $6,819 with an overall median price of $3,880. The three Guelph neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Guelph West at $975, Guelph South at $500, and Guelph East at $795. Here is today’s list of the top 5 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Guelph Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guelph West | $2,195 | $975 | 35 |
| Guelph South | $2,299 | $500 | 30 |
| Guelph East | $3,339 | $795 | 42 |
| Guelph South Central | $4,750 | $795 | 16 |
| Wellington Region | $6,819 | $1,980 | 1 |
Cheapest Available Guelph Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Guelph, ON is a Studio unit found at 45-51 E Surrey St in the Guelph East neighborhood priced from $795. ALMA @ Guelph in the Guelph South neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,092. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Guelph apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 45-51 E Surrey St | Studio | Studio, | $795 |
| ALMA @ Guelph | The Roomies | 2BR,1BA | $1,092 |
| Royal Towne | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Quattro One, Two, Three and Four | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,620 |
| The Sprucedales | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,625 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Guelph, ON
As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Guelph area is the $1.39 price per square foot LOFT - WAITING LIST Model at 2 Quebec in the in the Guelph East neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Guelph apartment is the Two Bedroom Townhouse with private garage Model at Stoneglen Townhouses starting at $2,175 with a $1.55 price per square foot in the Guelph South neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Guelph apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Quebec | LOFT - WAITING LIST | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Stoneglen Townhouses | Two Bedroom Townhouse with private garage | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| Treeview Manor | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Juniper Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Brantview Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| 12 Brant Ave | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Southwood Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath A | 2BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| 64 Cedar St | 1 Bedroom Model | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Quattro One, Two, Three and Four | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| 45-51 E Surrey St | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $2.07 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Guelph Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Guelph?
The cheapest apartment in Guelph is 45-51 E Surrey St which is listed at $1,200, while the average apartment in Guelph costs $3,880.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Guelph?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 9 regular apartments in Guelph that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Guelph?
Cheap apartments in Guelph have an average cost of $457 which is $3,423 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Guelph.
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