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Hamilton, ON Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Hamilton, ON

Pricing Updated: 06/03/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Hamilton, ON area range in price from C$625 to C$5,800 with an overall median price of C$2,985. The three Hamilton neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Mountain A at C$1,549, Mountain B at C$1,125, and Mountain C at C$625. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Hamilton Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Mountain AC$2,245C$1,54913
Mountain BC$2,245C$1,12526
Mountain CC$2,245C$62538
Hamilton Central East BC$2,459C$1,29568
East End BC$2,524C$1,39949
Stoney CreekC$2,524C$1,39951
East End AC$2,574C$1,39962
Hamilton Central East AC$2,599C$1,39977
AncasterC$3,225C$1,05015
DundasC$3,225C$71526

Cheapest Available Hamilton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Hamilton, ON is a 1 Bed unit found at 27 W 3rd St in the Flamborough neighborhood priced from C$625. MainCline Residences in the Dundas neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from C$895. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hamilton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
27 W 3rd St1 Beds, 2 Baths1BR,2BAC$625
MainCline Residences0 Beds, 2.5 BathsStudio,2BAC$895
Bold Street ApartmentsBachelorStudio,1BAC$1,125
255 KingBachelorStudio,1BAC$1,240
Bay 100 ApartmentsBachelorStudio,1BAC$1,350
Haldimand ApartmentsBachelorStudio,1BAC$1,350
Kensington ApartmentsBachelorStudio,1BAC$1,390
Melvin Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BAC$1,399
325 Melvin Ave1 Bedroom1BR,1BAC$1,400
2200 King St E1 Bedroom1BR,1BAC$1,421

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hamilton, ON

As of June 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hamilton area is the C$1.63 price per square foot Three Bedroom Town Model at Roundtree Manor in the in the Burlington East neighborhood starting from C$3,000. The second greatest value Hamilton apartment is the Three Bed Townhouse Model at 240-280 Montmorency starting at C$2,500 with a C$1.92 price per square foot in the East End A neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hamilton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Roundtree ManorThree Bedroom Town3BR,1.5BAC$1.63
240-280 MontmorencyThree Bed Townhouse3BR,1.5BAC$1.92
West Village Suites2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BAC$1.73
Olympia Court Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BAC$2.03
375 Melvin AveTwo Bedroom2BR,1BAC$1.60
79 Grand Ave SOne Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BAC$2.02
Melvin Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BAC$1.75
285 Melvin Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BAC$2.03
Queen Elizabeth Tower1 Bedroom1BR,1BAC$2.15
325 Melvin Ave1 Bedroom1BR,1BAC$2.01

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sharon • 3+ years in Hamilton

February 25, 2025

Amazing if you love to be outside in the wild and on the trails, well this is it for all your outdoor activities and enjoyment, the mountain brow is fantastic it reminds me of a place in the Caribbean, check it out on a clear day u will b amaze. LOL

Frequently Asked Questions about Hamilton

What type of rentals are currently available in Hamilton?

There are currently 1568 Apartments for Rent in Hamilton, ON with pricing that ranges from C$625 to C$5,800. There are also 637 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Hamilton ranging from C$700 to C$9,200.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Hamilton?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Hamilton ranges from C$700 to C$9,200 with an average monthly rent of C$3,041.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Hamilton?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Hamilton range from C$1,400 to C$4,200, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from C$1,895 to C$5,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from C$2,450 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at C$1,250.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.