
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Montréal, QC from $400 (480 Rentals)
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5136 Papineau Av

4831 Saint-Urbain Rue

5140 Papineau Av

3237 Appleton Av

3774 De Bullion Rue

3778 De Bullion Rue

4298 Saint Laurent Boul

3510 De Bullion Rue

4399 Saint-Laurent Boul
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791-78e 8e Avenue

2061 Saint-Urbain Rue

7020 Birnam Rue

Bourret

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Le Royal Urbain

LE MONTAIGNE

9383 Rue Lajeunesse

4290-4320 Métropolitain E

7619 Christophe-Colomb Av

Benny Crescent Apartments
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1727-1727 Rue Aylwin

1240-1250 du Fort

820 Roy Rue E

Villa du 60

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Le Saint-Urbain

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Manoir Fleury

3441 Jeanne-Mance Rue

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6240 Rue Eadie, Unit SI ID1543123P

235 Sherbrooke

Gestion Forest Hill
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5455 Rue de Terrebonne

Place Cavendish Apartments

ALMA Quartier Latin

ILOT Apparts

5581 Bd Léger

500 Des Pins Av O

1025 Sherbrooke

Château Des Pins

3355 Bd Rosemont

4875 Dufferin
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Le Côte Sainte-Catherine

Terrasses Embassy Apartments

Terrasses Embassy Apartments

PLACE DU CERCLE

Cote-des-Neiges Apartments

11244 Ave L'Archevêque

3617 Sainte-Famille Rue

Le Faubourg

The 1350 Dufort Apartments

The Lorne Apartments
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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 | $1,442 | $200 | $3,227 |
| Cheap Montréal 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,945 | $975 | $7,695 |
| Cheap Montréal 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,367 | $975 | $9,000 |
| Cheap Montréal 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,392 | $700 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Montréal 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,299 | $700 | $10,000+ |
| Montréal 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,036 | $700 | $10,000+ |
| Montréal 6 Bedroom Apartments | $8,964 | $700 | $10,000+ |
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Montréal, QC Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Montréal, QC
Pricing Updated: 05/31/2026Current apartment rentals in the Montréal, QC area range in price from $700 to $23,821 with an overall median price of $3,592. The three Montréal neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Ahuntsic Saint Laurent at $1,090, Hochelaga Mercier at $1,200, and Décarie Outremont at $745. Here is today’s list of the top 5 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Montréal Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ahuntsic Saint Laurent | $2,372 | $1,090 | 11 |
| Hochelaga Mercier | $2,775 | $1,200 | 12 |
| Décarie Outremont | $2,900 | $745 | 61 |
| Plateau Rosemont | $4,918 | $700 | 27 |
| Ville Marie Westmount | $4,995 | $897 | 389 |
Cheapest Available Montréal Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Montréal, QC is a Studio unit found at 525 Bruges Rue in the Laurentides Lanaudière neighborhood priced from $200. Parc Cite in the Laurentides Lanaudière neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $599. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Montréal apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 525 Bruges Rue | Studio | Studio, | $200 |
| Parc Cite | 1x1 Standard | 1BR,1BA | $599 |
| 4259 de Lorimier | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $875 |
| Chateau Beaurivage | Studio | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| 12247 Ranger Rue | studio | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| 2385-2395 Madison Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Port Lincoln | Studio | Studio,1BA | $955 |
| Le Royal Urbain | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $985 |
| 2125 Du Mont-Royal Av E | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $985 |
| 110 rue Rachel | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Montréal, QC
As of May 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Montréal area is the $1.71 price per square foot 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at Sunnybrooke in the starting from $1,795. The second greatest value Montréal apartment is the 4.5 Model at 4170 Kindersley Av starting at $1,750 with a $1.67 price per square foot in the Laurentides Lanaudière neighborhood. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunnybrooke | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| 4170 Kindersley Av | 4.5 | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 5915 Décarie | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| Appartements Chez Paul | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| PH 3 - 3 Walk-up | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Palay | 4 bedroom x 2 bathroom | 4BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| 1180 Rue Du Fort | One Bedroom + DEN | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| 6651 Sherbrooke St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| 5475 Westminster Av | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| 147 Alexis-Carrel Rue | 4.5 | 2BR,1BA | $1.43 |
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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 $3,592.
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 25 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 $549 which is $3,043 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Montréal.
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