
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Kitchener Central Neighborhood of Kitchener, ON from $800 (79 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Kitchener Central area of Kitchener.


136 Weber St E

21 Stirling Ave S

706 Frederick St

Total Monthly Price
214 York Queen

Capitol Hill Apartments

Mad Mill Apartments

271-271 Madison Ave S

269 Madison Ave S

30 Westmount Rd W
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265 Lawrence Ave

387 King St East

Queen Margaret II

Queen Margaret I

Duke Street Manor

110 Fife Ave

Park Manor

118 Fife Ave

65 Roy St

61 Waterloo St
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61 Waterloo St

141-149 Borden Ave N

10-14 Rosedale Ave

44 Walnut St

10 Highland Rd E

44 Walnut St

10 Highland Rd E

139 Church St

48 Weber St W

Royal & Wales Apartments
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Kings Tower

181 King St E

43 Benton St

181 King St E

181 King St E

181 King St E

166 Sydney St S

166 Sydney St S

The Estates

30 Duke St W
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30 Duke St W

39 Krug St

39 Krug St

100 Walter Street

432 Queen St S

432 Queen St S

12 Westmount Rd W

250 King St E

250 King St E

250 Frederick St
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Kitchener Central, Kitchener, ON Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kitchener Central?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchener Central Studio Apartments | $1,335 | $1,320 | $1,350 |
| Kitchener Central 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,718 | $1,300 | $3,277 |
| Kitchener Central 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,057 | $1,400 | $2,725 |
| Kitchener Central 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,900 | $1,900 | $1,900 |
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There are currently 79 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Kitchener Central Neighborhood of Kitchener, ON.
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Cheapest Available Kitchener Central Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Kitchener Central area of Kitchener, ON is a 1 Bed unit found at 43 Benton St priced from $1,400. 214 York Queen has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,450. Here are the most affordable Kitchener Central apartments for rent in Kitchener, ON:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 43 Benton St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| 214 York Queen | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Capitol Hill Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath C | 1BR,1BA | $1,480 |
| Mad Mill Apartments | Unit 9 | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
| 100 Walter Street | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| 12 Westmount Rd W | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,549 |
| 265 Lawrence Avenue Townhomes | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| 250 Frederick St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| 387 King St East | 1D | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| Onward Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,697 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kitchener Central, ON
As of May 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kitchener Central area is the $2.21 price per square foot 1 Bed + Den, 1 Bath Model Model at Vertikal in the in the Kitchener Central neighborhood starting from $2,450. The second greatest value Kitchener Central apartment is the 1 Bed Model at 214 York Queen starting at $1,450 with a $1.87 price per square foot in the Kitchener Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kitchener Central apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vertikal | 1 Bed + Den, 1 Bath Model | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| 214 York Queen | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| Trio on Belmont | Trio B & C: Lilac A - 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| Onward Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| 250 Frederick St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| Pinegrove Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.79 |
| 43 Benton St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| 12 Westmount Rd W | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| Cherry Hill Suites | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.73 |
| Capitol Hill Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath C | 1BR,1BA | $2.37 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kitchener Central Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Kitchener Central?
The cheapest apartment in Kitchener Central is 43 Benton St which is listed at $1,400, while the average apartment in Kitchener Central costs $1,900.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Kitchener Central?
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 2 regular apartments in Kitchener Central that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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