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27 Garfield Av S
HamiltonONL8M 2R7
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$950 - $1,225Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Bold Street Apartments
123-125 Bold StHamilton, ON L8P 1V1
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$1,099 - $1,900Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
45 Charlton Ave W
45 Charlton Ave WHamilton, ON L8P 2C2
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195 Wellington St S
195 Wellington St SHamilton, ON L8N 1Y1
208 Wilson St
HamiltonONL8R 1E5
34 Harvey St
HamiltonONL8L 2L8
1143 Main St E
HamiltonONL8M 1P2
73 Barnesdale Blvd
HamiltonONL8M 2V5
91 Carrick Ave
HamiltonONL8M 2W5
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18 Barnesdale Ave N
HamiltonONL8L 6R6
33 Somerset Ave
HamiltonONL8L 2L4
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$1,212 - $2,525Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Wellington Place
125 Wellington St NHamilton, ON L8R 3J4
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$1,239 - $1,499Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
255 King
255 King St WHamilton, ON L8P 1A8
1218 Fennell Ave E
HamiltonONL8T 1T2
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$1,275 - $1,850Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Kently Towers
543 Queenston RdHamilton, ON L8H 2M1
169 East Avenue S
HamiltonONL8N 2T8
172 Sanford Ave S
HamiltonONL8M 2G9
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$1,300 - $2,199
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325 James St S
325 James St SHamilton, ON L8P 3B7
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$1,306 - $2,2491 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
150 Bay Street South
150 Bay St SHamilton, ON L8P 3H6
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147 Holton Ave S
HamiltonONL8M 2L6
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$1,340 - $2,1501 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Nov 1
Queen Elizabeth Tower
44 Queen St NHamilton, ON L8R 2Y8
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$1,349 - $2,1791 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Woodlands
1710-1716 Main St WHamilton, ON L8S 1G7
133 Prospect St S
HamiltonONL8M 1M6
831 Main St E
HamiltonONL8M 1L6
610 King St E
HamiltonONL8N 1E2
448 Ferguson Ave N
HamiltonONL8L 4Z2
983 Barton St E
HamiltonONL8L 3C8
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$1,350 - $1,7001 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Rebecca Towers
235 Rebecca StHamilton, ON L8R 3H4
540 King St E
HamiltonONL8N 1E2
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$1,352 - $1,490Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Truman Apartments
1332 Monterey AvHamilton, ON L8K 1P4
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$1,359 - $1,5191 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
335 Melvin Ave
335 Melvin AveHamilton, ON L8H 2K9
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$1,371 - $1,5991 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Main Street Apartments
401 Main St EHamilton, ON L8N 1J7
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$1,379 - $1,775
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2194 & 2200 King Street East
2194 King St EHamilton, ON L8K 1W6
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$1,383 - $1,9841 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
150 & 160 Hughson St South
160 Hughson St SHamilton, ON L8N 1X2
726 West 5th Street
HamiltonONL9C 3R4
524 King St E
HamiltonONL8N 1E2
169 Park Row S
HamiltonONL8K 2K1
95 Fairholt Rd S
HamiltonONL8M 2T6
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$1,399 - $1,8001 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
718 Lawrence
718 Lawrence RdHamilton, ON L8K 1Z5
What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.
3 William St
HamiltonONL0R 1H2
16 West Avenue S
HamiltonONL8N 2S1
300 Freelton Rd
HamiltonONL0R 1K0
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$1,400 - $2,195
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Total Monthly Price$1,400 - $2,195
Kings Forest Manor
288 Mount Albion RdHamilton, ON L8K 5TI
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$1,400 - $2,500Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
2520 Barton
2520 Barton St EHamilton, ON L8E 3R5
83 East Avenue S
HamiltonONL8N 2T5
85 East Avenue S
HamiltonONL8N 2T5
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$1,415 - $2,5001 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Brock & John
35 Brock StHamilton, ON L8L 4L7
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$1,420 - $1,630Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Blinkbonnie
136 Bay St SHamilton, ON L8P 3H5
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$1,420 - $1,9401 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Corktown Crossing I
123 Charlton Ave EHamilton, ON L8N 3W3
Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between
Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.
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Hamilton, ON Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hamilton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Hamilton Studio Apartments | $1,475 | $950 | $1,895 |
| Cheap Hamilton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,758 | $625 | $4,870 |
| Cheap Hamilton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,215 | $1,325 | $7,870 |
| Cheap Hamilton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,814 | $1,415 | $8,000 |
| Cheap Hamilton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,137 | $1,195 | $8,002 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Hamilton, ON
Pricing Updated: 09/10/2026Current apartment rentals in the Hamilton, ON area range in price from $625 to $8,515 with an overall median price of $1,819. The three Hamilton neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Ancaster at $1,495, Hamilton Central C at $1,495, and Mountain C at $1,647. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Hamilton Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ancaster | $1,495 | $625 | 11 |
| Hamilton Central C | $1,495 | $697 | 13 |
| Mountain C | $1,647 | $1,395 | 8 |
| Hamilton Central East B | $1,649 | $697 | 43 |
| Mountain B | $1,720 | $1,395 | 4 |
| Mountain D | $1,750 | $1,195 | 41 |
| Hamilton Downtown A | $1,785 | $950 | 120 |
| Hamilton Central East A | $1,795 | $1,195 | 51 |
| Dundas | $1,810 | $625 | 81 |
| Flamborough | $1,810 | $625 | 260 |
Cheapest Available Hamilton Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Hamilton, ON is a Studio unit found at Cornerstone Lofts in the Galt East neighborhood priced from $699. Bold Street Apartments in the Flamborough neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $950. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hamilton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cornerstone Lofts | Private Room | Studio,1BA | $699 |
| Bold Street Apartments | Junior Bachelor | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| 45 Charlton Ave W | Bachelor | Studio,1BA | $1,099 |
| 255 King | Bachelor | Studio,1BA | $1,239 |
| 325 James St S | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| 150 Bay Street South | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,306 |
| 1170 Fennell | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,320 |
| The Woodlands | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,349 |
| 468 Ottawa St N | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Rebecca Towers | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hamilton, ON
As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hamilton area is the $1.74 price per square foot Three Bedroom with Garage Model at Roundtree Manor in the in the Burlington East neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value Hamilton apartment is the 4 Bedroom, 2.5 Bathroom Model at West Village Suites starting at $1,515 with a $1.21 price per square foot in the Ancaster neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hamilton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roundtree Manor | Three Bedroom with Garage | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.74 |
| West Village Suites | 4 Bedroom, 2.5 Bathroom | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.21 |
| 510 Maple Avenue | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| 38 King Street W | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Kings Forest Manor | Two-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| The Eldritch | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| 1170 Fennell | 2 Beds, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Melvin Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Hamilton Manor Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Rebecca Towers | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hamilton Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Hamilton?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Hamilton is under $1,350.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hamilton?
The cheapest apartment in Hamilton is Bold Street Apartments which is listed at $1,225, while the average apartment in Hamilton costs $1,819.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hamilton?
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 362 regular apartments in Hamilton 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 Hamilton?
Cheap apartments in Hamilton have an average cost of $897 which is $922 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hamilton.
Expert Rental Resources
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.
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Where do you see yourself? When you think of home, sweet home, are you in a 3/2 apartment? Dreaming of a tall townhome? Maybe an industrial loft heavy on cool vibes is on your visioning board.
Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags
Written by: Robin Stewart
Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.
First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.