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property at 29 Gibson Ave

29 Gibson Ave

HamiltonONL8L 6J4

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1024 King St E

HamiltonONL8M 1C8

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Hamilton, ON Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Hamilton, ON

Pricing Updated: 07/21/2025

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$2,829. The three Hamilton neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Hamilton Central C at C$1,200, Hamilton Central East B at C$950, and East End B at C$950. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Hamilton Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Hamilton Central CC$1,497C$1,2002
Hamilton Central East BC$1,950C$95021
East End BC$2,000C$95035
Mountain DC$2,295C$62526
Stoney CreekC$2,424C$1,45052
East End AC$2,449C$1,65019
Hamilton Central East AC$2,500C$1,29526
Mountain CC$2,550C$6254
Mountain BC$2,762C$1,7089
GlanbrookC$2,935C$2,1741

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$600. 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$600
MainCline Residences0 Beds, 2.5 BathsStudio,2BAC$895
Bold Street ApartmentsBachelorStudio,1BAC$1,125
255 KingBachelorStudio,1BAC$1,327
79-81 Duke StJunior 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BAC$1,429
Wellington PlaceJunior 1 Bedroom1BR,1BAC$1,449
335 Melvin Ave1 Bedroom1BR,1BAC$1,457
285 Melvin Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BAC$1,480
Melvin Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BAC$1,480
Market Street Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath C1BR,1BAC$1,525

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hamilton, ON

As of July 21, 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
Saginaw Park2 Bedroom + 2 Bath2BR,2BAC$2.15
West Village Suites - Student Living2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BAC$1.69
79 Grand Ave SOne Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BAC$1.91
Maple Avenue PropertiesOne Bedroom1BR,1BAC$2.20
Melvin Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BAC$1.85
Barkley Towers1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BAC$2.15
285 Melvin Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BAC$1.97
1880 Main SOne Bedroom1BR,1BAC$2.04

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sharon3+ 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 1569 Apartments for Rent in Hamilton, ON with pricing that ranges from C$625 to C$7,630. There are also 767 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Hamilton ranging from C$700 to C$15,000.

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$15,000 with an average monthly rent of C$2,927.

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$1,485 to C$7,630, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from C$799 to C$5,495. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from C$1,950 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at C$1,300.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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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.