
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Guelph South Neighborhood of Guelph, ON from $500 (27 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Guelph South area of Guelph.


45-51 E Surrey St

490 College Ave W

486 College Ave W

36 Ridgeway Ave

488 College Ave W
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484 College Ave W

38 Ridgeway Ave

6 Evergreen Dr

Oakley Ridge

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9 Waterloo Av
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11 Burcombe Cross

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60 Arkell Rd

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39 Briarlea Rd

332 Scottsdale Dr
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332 Scottsdale Dr

1291 Gordon St

1291 Gordon St

38 Thatcher Dr

38 Thatcher Dr

43 Ontario St
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43 Ontario St

22 Moss Pl

22 Moss Pl
Guelph South, Guelph, ON Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Guelph South?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Guelph South Studio Apartments | $1,608 | $795 | $2,019 |
| Guelph South 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,004 | $1,200 | $2,600 |
| Guelph South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,543 | $1,092 | $4,900 |
| Guelph South 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,681 | $975 | $4,750 |
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There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Guelph South Neighborhood of Guelph, ON.
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Cheapest Available Guelph South Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Guelph South area of Guelph, ON is a Studio unit found at 45-51 E Surrey St priced from $795. ALMA @ Guelph has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,092. Here are the most affordable Guelph South apartments for rent in Guelph, ON:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 45-51 E Surrey St | Studio | Studio, | $795 |
| ALMA @ Guelph | The Roomies | 2BR,1BA | $1,092 |
| Bryden Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,585 |
| Park Towers | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Bristol Park Place | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Treeview Towers | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,749 |
| Waterloo Avenue Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,840 |
| Southwood Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath A | 2BR,1BA | $1,955 |
| 2 Quebec | LOFT - WAITING LIST | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| Stoneglen Townhouses | Two Bedroom Townhouse with private garage | 2BR,2BA | $2,325 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Guelph South, ON
As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Guelph South 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 South apartment is the Two Bedroom Townhouse with private garage Model at Stoneglen Townhouses starting at $2,325 with a $1.66 price per square foot in the Guelph South neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Guelph South 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 | $1.66 |
| The Royal Flats | Birkhall - 2 Bed + Den, 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.53 |
| Treeview Manor | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Southwood Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath A | 2BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Bryden Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| 64 Cedar St | 1 Bedroom Model | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Bristol Park Place | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
| 45-51 E Surrey St | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Waterloo Avenue Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Guelph South Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Guelph South?
The cheapest apartment in Guelph South is 45-51 E Surrey St which is listed at $1,200, while the average apartment in Guelph South costs $2,399.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Guelph South?
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 10 regular apartments in Guelph South 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 South?
Cheap apartments in Guelph South have an average cost of $451 which is $1,948 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Guelph South.
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