
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hamilton Central East A Neighborhood of Hamilton, ON from $1,150 (88 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Hamilton Central East A area of Hamilton.


73 Barnesdale Blvd

91 Carrick Ave

1218 Fennell Ave E

147 Holton Ave S

133 Prospect St S

831 Main St E

Truman Apartments

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2194 & 2200 King Street East

169 Park Row S
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95 Fairholt Rd S

718 Lawrence

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Kings Forest Manor

Melvin Apartments

1 E 35th St

Charming 1-Bedroom Apartment

115 Park Row N

190 Gage Ave S

227 Sherman Ave S

709 Main St E
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224 Park Row S

224 Park Row S

Argyle

133 Park Row N

133 Park Row N

73 Barnesdale Blvd, Unit 2 LOWER

73 Barnesdale Blvd, Unit 2 LOWER

De Laurentian Apartments

1509 Main St E

1509 Main St E
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285 Melvin Apartments

1047 Main St E

1170 Fennell

977 Mohawk

2200 King St E

216 Parkdale Ave N, Unit 4

216 Parkdale Ave N, Unit 4

Tower Five

Biltmore Apartments

Tower One
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Tower Four

Tower Two

Tower Six

Southmount Apartments

Talia Manor Apartments

22 Blake St

22 Blake St

22 Blake St

4 Ottawa St N, Unit 16

120 Sherman Ave S, Unit 9
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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 | $1,526 | $1,195 | $1,649 |
| Hamilton Central East A 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,672 | $1,195 | $2,149 |
| Hamilton Central East A 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,053 | $1,325 | $2,599 |
| Hamilton Central East A 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,692 | $2,095 | $3,080 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 88 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 1170 Fennell priced from $1,320. Truman Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,352. Here are the most affordable Hamilton Central East A apartments for rent in Hamilton, ON:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1170 Fennell | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,320 |
| Truman Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,352 |
| 2194 & 2200 King Street East | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,379 |
| 718 Lawrence | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
| Melvin Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| 775 Concession | 775 Concession - Plan B | Studio,1BA | $1,549 |
| 3 East 37th | 1 Bed Promotional price | 1BR,1BA | $1,599 |
| Hamilton Manor Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| 1791 King Street East | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,661 |
| Glen Valley Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,675 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hamilton Central East A, ON
As of September 10, 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 3 East 37th - Plan B Model at 3 East 37th starting at $2,349 with a $2.27 price per square foot in the Hamilton Central East 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 |
| 3 East 37th | 3 East 37th - Plan B | 2BR,1BA | $2.27 |
| Kings Forest Manor | Two-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| 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 |
| Glen Valley Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| 718 Lawrence | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Truman Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| 2194 & 2200 King Street East | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hamilton Central East A Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Hamilton Central East A?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Hamilton Central East A is under $1,675.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hamilton Central East A?
The cheapest apartment in Hamilton Central East A is 1170 Fennell which is listed at $1,320, while the average apartment in Hamilton Central East A costs $1,795.
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 4 regular apartments in Hamilton Central East A that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
Expert Rental Resources
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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