
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Kitchener, ON from $400 (75 Rentals)
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136-136 Mooregate Crescent

162 Jansen Av

240 Duke St E

240 Duke St E

Duke Street Manor

171 Westmeadow Dr

171 Westmeadow Dr

118 Fife Ave

110 Fife Ave
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Northview Apartments

Park Manor

65 Roy St

147 Benton St

141-149 Borden Ave N

10-14 Rosedale Ave

Idlewood Apartments

Morgan Apartments

557 Landgren Ct

85 Duke St W
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85 Duke St W

557 Landgren Ct

38 Marshall St

379-379 Erb St. W

251 Lester St

392 Albert St

325 Spruce St

King Street Towers - Student Living

271-271 Lester St

261 Lester St
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261-261 Lester St

253-253 Lester St

251-251 Lester St

50 University Ave E

University Place - 50 University Ave E

253 Lester St

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86 University Av W

295 Lester St

MyRez On Lester - Student Living

1025 King St E
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378 Albert St

250 Keats Way

43 Dupont St E

43 Dupont St E

308 Hawthorn St

12 Bridgeport Rd E

12 Bridgeport Rd E

365 Dale Crescent

365 Dale Crescent

261 Lester St
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Kitchener Studio Apartments | $1,456 | $1,300 | $1,645 |
| Cheap Kitchener 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,869 | $400 | $2,577 |
| Cheap Kitchener 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,070 | $900 | $4,400 |
| Cheap Kitchener 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,276 | $795 | $2,975 |
| Cheap Kitchener 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,466 | $732 | $3,620 |
| Kitchener 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,312 | $717 | $5,650 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Kitchener, ON
Pricing Updated: 04/15/2026Current apartment rentals in the Kitchener, ON area range in price from $575 to $2,975 with an overall median price of $2,373. The three Kitchener neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Kitchener Central at $1,320, Kitchener North West at $1,350, and Kitchener South East at $900. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchener Central | $1,895 | $1,320 | 46 |
| Kitchener North West | $2,300 | $1,350 | 11 |
| Kitchener South East | $2,400 | $900 | 53 |
| Kitchener North East | $2,422 | $1,495 | 35 |
| Kitchener South Central | $2,525 | $900 | 44 |
| Kitchener South West | $2,700 | $575 | 37 |
Cheapest Available Kitchener Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Kitchener, ON is a 1 Bed unit found at Spring Village in the Waterloo North East neighborhood priced from $785. University Place - 50 University Ave E in the Waterloo North East neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 6 Beds apartment currently listed from $795. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Kitchener apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Village | 1 Bedroom Shared Accommodation | 1BR,1BA | $785 |
| University Place - 50 University Ave E | 6 Beds, 2 baths | 6BR,2BA | $795 |
| 185 King St N | 5 Beds, 5 baths | 5BR,5BA | $929 |
| 1025 King St E | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Evoke | A1 - Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,387 |
| Metropolitan Towers | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
| 772 Stirling Av S | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
| 43 Benton St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Avenue Apartments | 0 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,425 |
| NUVO - 1442 Highland Road West | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,425 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kitchener, ON
As of April 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kitchener area is the $1.86 price per square foot 3 Bed Model at NUVO - 1442 Highland Road West in the in the Kitchener South Central neighborhood starting from $2,700. The second greatest value Kitchener apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at 21 Holborn Drive starting at $2,497 with a $1.86 price per square foot in the Kitchener 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| NUVO - 1442 Highland Road West | 3 Bed | 3BR,2BA | $1.86 |
| 21 Holborn Drive | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| 75 Old Chicopee Drive | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| University Place - 50 University Ave E | 3 Beds, 1.5 baths | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.72 |
| Fairview Towers | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.83 |
| Beacon Tower | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| 11 Devitt Av S | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Newport Towers | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| 90 Country Hill Dr | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| 214 York Queen | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
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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 $1,425.
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 $2,373.
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 18 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 $537 which is $1,836 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Kitchener.
Expert Rental Resources
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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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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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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.