
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hamilton Downtown A Neighborhood of Hamilton, ON from $899 (153 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Hamilton Downtown A area of Hamilton.


45 Charlton Ave W

195 Wellington St S

103 John St S

Wellington Place

169 East Avenue S

147 Bold St

27 Bold St

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325 James St S

150 Bay Street South
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610 King St E

Rebecca Towers

540 King St E

Main Street Apartments

Corktown Crossing II

Blinkbonnie

524 King St E

16 West Avenue S

85 East Avenue S

83 East Avenue S
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Corktown Crossing I

150 & 160 Hughson St South

94-96 East Ave South 13 Hamilton Ontario L8N2T4

46 Wentworth St S

112 St Joseph's Dr

81 King St E

79-81 Duke St

The Renaissance Towers

171 Bay St S

208 Wilson St
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Haldimand Apartments

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Le Palais & Capital Terrace

Robinson Place Apartments

Bay 200

Concord Apartments

75 James St S, Unit 912

75 James St S, Unit 912

James & Forest Apartments

Winston Place

Durand Village - ElDuque
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66 Wellington St S, Unit 101

66 Wellington St S, Unit 101

44 Victoria Ave S

Bay 100 Apartments

8 Tisdale St S, Unit 10

8 Tisdale St S, Unit 10

8 Tisdale St S, Unit 5

8 Tisdale St S, Unit 5

102 Herkimer St, Unit 2

102 Herkimer St, Unit 2
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Hamilton Downtown A, Hamilton, ON Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hamilton Downtown A?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hamilton Downtown A Studio Apartments | $1,295 | $950 | $1,585 |
| Hamilton Downtown A 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,656 | $1,225 | $2,400 |
| Hamilton Downtown A 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,100 | $1,395 | $2,900 |
| Hamilton Downtown A 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,671 | $1,700 | $3,460 |
| Hamilton Downtown A 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,459 | $2,459 | $2,459 |
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There are currently 153 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Hamilton Downtown A Neighborhood of Hamilton, ON.
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Cheapest Available Hamilton Downtown A Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hamilton Downtown A area of Hamilton, ON is a Studio unit found at Bold Street Apartments priced from $950. 45 Charlton Ave W has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,099. Here are the most affordable Hamilton Downtown A apartments for rent in Hamilton, ON:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bold Street Apartments | Junior Bachelor | Studio, 1BA | $950 |
| 45 Charlton Ave W | Bachelor | Studio, 1BA | $1,099 |
| 325 James St S | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1,300 |
| 150 Bay Street South | 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1,306 |
| Rebecca Towers | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,350 |
| Main Street Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1,371 |
| Corktown Crossing II | 1 Bedroom (Higher Floors) | 1BR, 1BA | $1,380 |
| Blinkbonnie | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,385 |
| 130 St. Joseph's Drive | Bachelor | Studio, 1BA | $1,400 |
| Corktown Crossing I | 1 Bedroom (Higher Floors) | 1BR, 1BA | $1,420 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hamilton Downtown A, ON
As of September 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hamilton Downtown A area is the $2.09 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Durand Village in the Flamborough neighborhood starting from $2,150. The second greatest value Hamilton Downtown A apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Bay 200 in the Flamborough neighborhood starting at $1,795 with a $1.99 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hamilton Downtown A apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Durand Village | Two Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $2.09 |
| Bay 200 | 2 Bedroom | 2BR, 2BA | $1.99 |
| Corktown Crossing II | 2 Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $2.18 |
| Corktown Crossing I | 2 Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $2.23 |
| 150 Bay Street South | 2 Beds, 1 Bath | 2BR, 1BA | $2.29 |
| Rebecca Towers | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1.93 |
| Main Street Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $2.13 |
| Blinkbonnie | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $2.16 |
| 150 & 160 Hughson St South | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $2.32 |
| 130 St. Joseph's Drive | Bachelor | Studio, 1BA | $2.33 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hamilton Downtown A Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Hamilton Downtown A?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Hamilton Downtown A is under $1,420.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Hamilton Downtown A?
The cheapest apartment in Hamilton Downtown A is Bold Street Apartments which is listed at $1,225, while the average apartment in Hamilton Downtown A costs $1,767.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Hamilton Downtown 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 18 regular apartments in Hamilton Downtown 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 Downtown A?
Cheap apartments in Hamilton Downtown A have an average cost of $793 which is $974 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Hamilton Downtown A.
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