
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hamilton Central East A Neighborhood of Hamilton, ON from $1,100 (117 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Hamilton Central East A area of Hamilton.


Melvin Apartments

718 Lawrence

Total Monthly Price
Kings Forest Manor

776 10th Ave

775 Concession

169 Park Row S

Glen Valley Apartments

1791 King Street East

Truman Apartments
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10 Ben Lomond

1 E 35th St

379 E 38th St

520 Cochrane Rd

520 Cochrane Rd

520 Cochrane Rd

520 Cochrane Rd

520 Cochrane Rd

520 Cochrane Rd

1980 King St E
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Argyle

De Laurentian Apartments

255 E 34th St

255 E 34th St

255 E 34th St

18 Cameron Ave S

18 Cameron Ave S

285 Melvin Apartments

508 Upper Gage Ave

508 Upper Gage Ave
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947 Main St E

947 Main St E

985 Main St E

985 Main St E

827 Main St E

109 Balsam Ave S

109 Balsam Ave S

1576 Barton St E

1576 Barton St E

Tower One
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1284 Fennell Ave E

2194 King St E

Talia Manor Apartments

202 Prospect St S

22 Blake St

22 Blake St

202 Prospect St S

191 Sherman Ave S

191 Sherman Ave S

981 Mohawk Rd E
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Hamilton Central East A, Hamilton, ON Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hamilton Central East A?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hamilton Central East A Studio Apartments | $1,511 | $1,400 | $1,583 |
| Hamilton Central East A 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,737 | $1,275 | $2,223 |
| Hamilton Central East A 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,070 | $1,499 | $3,156 |
| Hamilton Central East A 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,601 | $1,800 | $3,457 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 117 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Hamilton Central East A Neighborhood of Hamilton, ON.
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Cheapest Available Hamilton Central East A Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hamilton Central East A area of Hamilton, ON is a 1 Bed unit found at Melvin Apartments priced from $1,275. 285 Melvin Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,275. Here are the most affordable Hamilton Central East A apartments for rent in Hamilton, ON:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Melvin Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| 285 Melvin Apartments | Jr 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| 2194 King St E | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
| 718 Lawrence | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
| 775 Concession | 1 Bedroom Promotional Price For First 7 Months* | 1BR,1BA | $1,478 |
| 1170 Fennell | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,479 |
| 2200 King St E | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,521 |
| Glen Valley Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,525 |
| Truman Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,547 |
| 1017 Mohawk Rd E | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,599 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hamilton Central East A, ON
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hamilton Central East A area is the $2.08 price per square foot Three Bed Townhouse Model at 240-280 Montmorency in the in the East End A neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Hamilton Central East A apartment is the Two-Bedroom Model at Kings Forest Manor starting at $1,845 with a $1.91 price per square foot in the East End A neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hamilton Central East A apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 240-280 Montmorency | Three Bed Townhouse | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.08 |
| Kings Forest Manor | Two-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| Melvin Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| 3 East 37th | 3 East 37th - Plan B | 1BR,1BA | $2.46 |
| Rosedale Residences | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| Glen Valley Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| 1017 Mohawk Rd E | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| 718 Lawrence | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| 285 Melvin Apartments | Jr 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| 1170 Fennell | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.29 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hamilton Central East A Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hamilton Central East A?
The cheapest apartment in Hamilton Central East A is Melvin Apartments which is listed at $1,275, while the average apartment in Hamilton Central East A costs $2,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hamilton Central East A?
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 2 regular apartments in Hamilton Central East A 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 Central East A?
Cheap apartments in Hamilton Central East A have an average cost of $625 which is $1,875 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hamilton Central East A.
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