
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hamilton Central East A Neighborhood of Hamilton, ON from $1,100 (103 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Hamilton Central East A area of Hamilton.


227 Sherman Ave S

Melvin Apartments

2194 King St E

718 Lawrence

775 Concession

169 Park Row S

1791 King Street East

128 Carrick Ave

28 Eastbourne Av
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10 Ben Lomond

1 E 35th St

132 Holton Ave S

752 Main St E

22 Blake St

22 Blake St

752 Main St E

1980 King St E

Argyle

279 Rosedale Ave
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279 Rosedale Ave

De Laurentian Apartments

255 E 34th St

255 E 34th St

255 E 34th St

96 Charlotte St

96 Charlotte St

90 Barons Av N

985 Main St E

985 Main St E
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2189 King St E

2189 King St E

18 Cameron Ave S

18 Cameron Ave S

1576 Barton St E

1576 Barton St E

947 Main St E

947 Main St E

285 Melvin Apartments

368 Upper Kenilworth Ave
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368 Upper Kenilworth Ave

368 Upper Kenilworth Ave

368 Upper Kenilworth Ave

109 Balsam Ave S

109 Balsam Ave S

4 1/2 Ottawa St N

4 1/2 Ottawa St N

104 Carrick Ave

120 Sherman Ave S

120 Sherman Ave S
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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 | $1,480 | $1,245 | $1,583 |
| Hamilton Central East A 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,691 | $1,395 | $2,149 |
| Hamilton Central East A 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,072 | $1,695 | $2,599 |
| Hamilton Central East A 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,194 | $1,795 | $2,500 |
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There are currently 103 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 $1,399. 718 Lawrence has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,399. 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 | $1,399 |
| 718 Lawrence | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
| 1791 King Street East | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,456 |
| 3 East 37th | 3 East 37th - Plan B | Studio,1BA | $1,599 |
| Glen Valley Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,649 |
| 775 Concession | 775 Concession - Plan J | 1BR,1BA | $1,649 |
| Rosedale Residences | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| 10 Ben Lomond | 1 Bed Promotional price for first 8 months | 1BR,1BA | $1,661 |
| Truman Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,747 |
| Kings Forest Manor | Two-Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hamilton Central East A, ON
As of April 26, 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 $1,795 with a $1.86 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 | $1.86 |
| Melvin Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Rosedale Residences | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| Glen Valley Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Truman Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| 10 Ben Lomond | 10 Ben Lomond - Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $2.96 |
| 718 Lawrence | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| 1791 King Street East | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.65 |
| 775 Concession | 775 Concession - Plan I | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
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 $1,399, while the average apartment in Hamilton Central East A costs $2,247.
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 $833 which is $1,414 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hamilton Central East A.
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