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118 Fife Ave
118 Fife AveKitchener, ON N2B 3C1
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110 Fife Ave
110 Fife AveKitchener, ON N2B 3C1
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Park Manor
521 Park StKitchener, ON N2G 1N8
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Northview Apartments
792 Frederick StKitchener, ON N2B 2B7
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65 Roy St
65 Roy StKitchener, ON N2H 4B4
38 Marshall St
WaterlooONN2J 2T4
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379-379 Erb St. W
WaterlooONN2L 1W7
325 Spruce St
WaterlooONN2L 3M6
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King Street Towers - Student Living
333-339 King St NWaterloo, ON N2J 0C5
271-271 Lester St
WaterlooONN2L 3W6
261-261 Lester St
WaterlooONN2L 3W6
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251-251 Lester St
WaterlooONN2L 3W6
50 University Ave E
WaterlooONN2J 2V8
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University Place - 50 University Ave E
50 University Ave EWaterloo, ON N2J 2V9
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86 University Av W
86 University Av WWaterloo, ON N2L 3C8
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295 Lester St
295 Lester StWaterloo, ON N2L 0C1
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MyRez On Lester - Student Living
181 Lester StWaterloo, ON N2L 3W3
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$675 - $725Studio Apartments
308 Hawthorn St
308 Hawthorn StWaterloo, ON N2L 3N4
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261 Lester St
261 Lester StWaterloo, ON N2L 3W6
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Spring Village
208 Sunview StWaterloo, ON N2L 3V6
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253 Lester St
253 Lester StWaterloo, ON N2L 3W6
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251 Lester St
251 Lester StWaterloo, ON N2L 3W6
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185 King St N
185 King St NWaterloo, ON N2J 0E1
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159 University Ave E
159 University Ave EWaterloo, ON N2J 3S6
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311 Batavia Pl
311 Batavia PlWaterloo, ON N2L 3W1
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Kitchener, ON Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kitchener?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Cheap Kitchener Studio Apartments | $1,466 | $1,380 | $1,599 |
| Cheap Kitchener 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,824 | $400 | $2,700 |
| Cheap Kitchener 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,056 | $1,213 | $4,505 |
| Cheap Kitchener 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,391 | $795 | $2,975 |
| Cheap Kitchener 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,161 | $732 | $2,700 |
| Kitchener 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,363 | $717 | $5,650 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Kitchener, ON
Pricing Updated: 03/01/2026Current apartment rentals in the Kitchener, ON area range in price from $575 to $4,505 with an overall median price of $2,527. The three Kitchener neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Kitchener North West at $1,495, Kitchener Central at $1,359, and Kitchener North East at $1,525. Here is today’s list of the top 6 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Kitchener Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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| Kitchener North West | $1,986 | $1,495 | 10 |
| Kitchener Central | $2,395 | $1,359 | 47 |
| Kitchener North East | $2,612 | $1,525 | 27 |
| Kitchener South East | $2,672 | $1,380 | 84 |
| Kitchener South Central | $2,700 | $1,400 | 46 |
| Kitchener South West | $2,797 | $575 | 45 |
Cheapest Available Kitchener Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Kitchener, ON is a 5 Beds unit found at Preston House - Student Living in the Waterloo North East neighborhood priced from $717. Hespeler House - Student Living in the Waterloo North East neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $732. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kitchener apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Preston House - Student Living | 5 Bedroom, 5 Bath | 5BR,5BA | $717 |
| Hespeler House - Student Living | 4 Bedroom 4 Bathroom | 4BR,4BA | $732 |
| Fergus House - Student Living | 4 Bedroom 4 Bathroom | 4BR,4BA | $732 |
| King Street Towers - Student Living | 6 Bedroom/ 5 Bath Tower 2 | 6BR,5BA | $750 |
| Spring Village | 1 Bedroom Shared Accommodation | 1BR,1BA | $785 |
| University Place - 50 University Ave E | 6 Beds, 2 baths | 6BR,2BA | $795 |
| 308 King | 1 Bedroom 1 Den 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,213 |
| 61 Roy St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,245 |
| Lumina Kitchener | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,380 |
| 1025 King St E | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kitchener, ON
As of March 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kitchener area is the $1.73 price per square foot 3 Beds, 2 baths Model at Ivy Towns in the in the Waterloo North East neighborhood starting from $3,150. The second greatest value Kitchener apartment is the 5 Bedroom/ 5 Bath Tower 1 Model at King Street Towers - Student Living starting at $1,100 with a $0.85 price per square foot in the Waterloo North East neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kitchener apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Ivy Towns | 3 Beds, 2 baths | 3BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| King Street Towers - Student Living | 5 Bedroom/ 5 Bath Tower 1 | 5BR,5BA | $0.85 |
| University Place - 50 University Ave E | 3 Beds, 1.5 baths | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.72 |
| Preston House - Student Living | 5 Bedroom, 5 Bath | 5BR,5BA | $0.71 |
| Gresham Place | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Fergus House - Student Living | 4 Bedroom 4 Bathroom | 4BR,4BA | $0.75 |
| Hespeler House - Student Living | 4 Bedroom 4 Bathroom | 4BR,4BA | $0.79 |
| Park Place | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| 931-932 Caledonian Vw | 1 Bedroom Model | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| 61 Roy St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kitchener Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Kitchener?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Kitchener is under $1,395.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Kitchener?
The cheapest apartment in Kitchener is Spring Village which is listed at $785, while the average apartment in Kitchener costs $2,527.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Kitchener?
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 20 regular apartments in Kitchener 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 Kitchener?
Cheap apartments in Kitchener have an average cost of $497 which is $2,030 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Kitchener.
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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.
A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.
Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.