
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Montréal, QC from $500 (334 Rentals)
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5136 Papineau Av

3712 Coloniale Av

4831 Saint-Urbain Rue

1638 Rue Saint-Christophe

1638 St Christophe St

1285 Robin Rue

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Chateau Beaurivage

2460 Benny Crescent

2354 Av. Mariette
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Château Grosvenor

Bourret

10500 De L'acadie Boul

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LE MONTAIGNE

203 Rue de Bellechasse

7619 Christophe-Colomb Av

4290-4320 Métropolitain E

1240-1250 du Fort

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Le Saint-Urbain

Palay
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4875 Dufferin

ÉQUINOXE Bois-Franc - Phase 1

Benny Crescent Apartments

10309 Boul Gouin O

10301 Boul Gouin O

2525 Boul Cavendish

5581 Bd Léger

ILOT Apparts

Place Du Fort

500 Des Pins Av O
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ALMA Quartier Latin

Le Côte Sainte-Catherine

3440 Rue Durocher

5120 Earnscliffe

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PLACE DU CERCLE

5455 Rue de Terrebonne

5497 Av. Victoria

The Lorne Apartments

3580 Av. Lorne

10250 Ave de Bois-de-Boulogne
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65 R. Sherbrooke E

2500 Boul Cavendish

315 Boulevard René-Lévesque O

6419-610e 10e Avenue

1155-1175 Everett Rue

6305 De La Roche

10160 Lajeunesse

The Quartz

Saint-Marc

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Gestion Forest Hill
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Montréal, QC Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Montréal?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Montréal Studio Apartments | $1,430 | $800 | $2,506 |
| Cheap Montréal 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,857 | $700 | $7,703 |
| Cheap Montréal 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,382 | $700 | $9,038 |
| Cheap Montréal 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,133 | $700 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Montréal 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,623 | $1,074 | $10,000+ |
| Montréal 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,174 | $4,065 | $8,232 |
| Montréal 6 Bedroom Apartments | $12,011 | $2,100 | $10,000+ |
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Montréal, QC Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Montréal, QC
Pricing Updated: 03/01/2026Current apartment rentals in the Montréal, QC area range in price from $700 to $11,664 with an overall median price of $3,080. The three Montréal neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Décarie Outremont at $975, Ahuntsic Saint Laurent at $995, and Plateau Rosemont at $700. Here is today’s list of the top 6 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Montréal Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Décarie Outremont | $2,055 | $975 | 41 |
| Ahuntsic Saint Laurent | $2,435 | $995 | 15 |
| Plateau Rosemont | $3,150 | $700 | 16 |
| Hochelaga Mercier | $3,153 | $1,200 | 5 |
| Sud Ouest Verdun | $3,625 | $1,094 | 7 |
| Ville Marie Westmount | $4,065 | $700 | 313 |
Cheapest Available Montréal Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Montréal, QC is a 1 Bed unit found at Parc Cite in the Ville Marie Westmount neighborhood priced from $599. Chateau Beaurivage has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $895. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Montréal apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parc Cite | 1x1 Standard | 1BR,1BA | $599 |
| Chateau Beaurivage | Studio | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Benny Crescent Apartments | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Projet Dorval | 2 1/2 | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Port Lincoln | Studio | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Château Latour | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| LE MONTAIGNE | 1 1/2 | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| 10500 De L'acadie Boul | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| 12247 Ranger Rue | studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| 7619 Christophe-Colomb Av | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Montréal, QC
As of March 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Montréal area is the $0.28 price per square foot 2 bed Model at 7070 Chem. de la Côte St Luc in the starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Montréal apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Project Loumii starting at $2,035 with a $1.65 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Montréal apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7070 Chem. de la Côte St Luc | 2 bed | 2BR,1BA | $0.28 |
| Project Loumii | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| 6525 de la Cote-Saint-Luc | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| 5915 Décarie | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| 5943 Hamilton Rue | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Villa Saint-Jean | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| 6635-6645 Fielding Av | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| 2775 De Kent Av | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Palay | 4 bedroom x 2 bathroom | 4BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| 5475 Westminster Av | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
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Montréal Overview
Stunning cosmopolitan Montréal – European culture on a North American waterfront. On an island dividing the Saint Lawrence River is the sparkling vision of Montréal Québec, the province’s largest city and Canada’s second largest. It’s named after Mont Royal, the volcanic 3-peaked mountain that makes the island. The exquisite city is French Canadian with a distinctive European atmosphere. French is the primary language of Québec. Many people in Montréal speak English, but very few do in rural areas farther from the city. Montréal is a leading financial, manufacturing, and academic center of Canada. It is a major employment and transportation hub. But it’s best known for its friendly people, affordable rental housing, abundant fun nightlife, many delectable dining options, and its vibrant art, music, and theater scene.
Why live in Montréal, QC?
Montréal, Québec is the jewel of eastern Canada and northern areas of the adjacent US states. With around 1.8 million residents, Montréal is one of the largest employment markets in Canada. Yet, it maintains a lovely community culture across its diverse population. The city is an academic center, home to multiple prestigious universities, including Concordia. Montréal rental homes are surprisingly more affordable than in many US cities. The public transportation system is unsurpassed. The city offers abundant unique sights, fun activities, entertainment, dazzling nightlife, and a world-famous culinary scene. Overall, the quality of life is high here. The French and North American cultural blending generates a distinctive European vibe. Plus, there is a vibrant arts scene and an endless array of outdoor recreational options all over the island. Shopping options, including fresh food markets, are plentiful, and the crime rate is low.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Montréal Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Montréal?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Montréal is under $995.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Montréal?
The cheapest apartment in Montréal is Parc Cite which is listed at $599, while the average apartment in Montréal costs $3,080.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Montréal?
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 30 regular apartments in Montréal 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 Montréal?
Cheap apartments in Montréal have an average cost of $250 which is $2,830 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Montréal.
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