
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Montréal, QC from $600 (515 Rentals)
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5136 Papineau Av

4833 Saint-Urbain Rue

3774 De Bullion Rue

3778 De Bullion Rue

4399 Saint-Laurent Boul

3510 De Bullion Rue

Villa du 60

820 Roy Rue E

7020 Birnam Rue
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791-78e 8e Avenue

4298 Saint Laurent Boul

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6240 Rue Eadie, Unit SI ID1543123P

Château Des Pins

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Le Royal Urbain

Benny Crescent Apartments

7517 Marquette Rue

3440 Decelles Pl

1240-1250 du Fort

4875 Dufferin
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5455 Rue de Terrebonne

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Manoir Fleury

989 Saint-André Rue

975 Saint-André Rue

235 Sherbrooke

2415 Avenue Madison

Place Du Boulevard Apartments

The 1350 Dufort Apartments

ALMA Quartier Latin

979 Saint-André Rue
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5581 Bd Léger

3355 Bd Rosemont

7211 Fielding Av

5501 Adalbert

3655 Papineau

Le Côte Sainte-Catherine

Gestion Forest Hill

Terrasses Embassy Apartments

ILOT Apparts

7635 Querbes Av
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2250 Rue Guy

Terrasses Embassy Apartments

Cote-des-Neiges Apartments

The Lorne Apartments

Place Concorde

5999 Monkland

The Lorne Apartments

Le Faubourg

The Tadoussac Apartments

Place Cavendish 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 | $1,694 | $950 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Montréal 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,822 | $600 | $4,290 |
| Cheap Montréal 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,276 | $900 | $9,000 |
| Cheap Montréal 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,312 | $650 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Montréal 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,378 | $700 | $10,000+ |
| Montréal 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,485 | $700 | $10,000+ |
| Montréal 6 Bedroom Apartments | $18,108 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Montréal, QC Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Montréal, QC
Pricing Updated: 08/31/2026Current apartment rentals in the Montréal, QC area range in price from $600 to $35,163 with an overall median price of $1,824. The three Montréal neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Rivière des Prairies Pointe aux Trembles at $1,195, Saint Léonard at $1,350, and Lachine at $1,597. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Montréal Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rivière des Prairies Pointe aux Trembles | $1,195 | $995 | 3 |
| Saint Léonard | $1,350 | $1,195 | 7 |
| Lachine | $1,597 | $975 | 69 |
| Ahuntsic Saint Laurent | $1,615 | $1,090 | 12 |
| Plateau Rosemont | $1,625 | $650 | 22 |
| LaSalle | $1,680 | $1,200 | 9 |
| Hochelaga Mercier | $1,695 | $1,200 | 11 |
| Côte Saint Luc | $1,697 | $1,024 | 103 |
| Côte des Neiges Notre Dame de Grâce | $1,699 | $995 | 246 |
| Décarie Outremont | $1,699 | $1,000 | 86 |
Cheapest Available Montréal Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Montréal, QC is a 1 Bed unit found at Projet Dorval in the Dorval neighborhood priced from $900. 3414 rue Iberville in the Laurentides Lanaudière neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $900. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Montréal apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Projet Dorval | 2 1/2 | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| 3414 rue Iberville | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| 2090 Wellington | studio | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Villa du 60 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| 820 Roy Rue E | Studio | Studio,1BA | $975 |
| Tours Dorval | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $975 |
| Château Des Pins | Large Studio | Studio,1BA | $984 |
| Le Royal Urbain | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $985 |
| Chateau Beaurivage | Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Benny Crescent Apartments | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Montréal, QC
As of August 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Montréal area is the $1.62 price per square foot Maison en Rangée avec 3 Chambres Prime Model at PH 2 - TH River in the in the Verdun neighborhood starting from $3,069. The second greatest value Montréal apartment is the 4 1/2 Model at L'AlterEGO starting at $2,345 with a $1.52 price per square foot in the Brossard 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| PH 2 - TH River | Maison en Rangée avec 3 Chambres Prime | 3BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| L'AlterEGO | 4 1/2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.52 |
| 3275 Linton | 4 1/2 | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Le Faubourg | 3.5 | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| 6001-6101-6151 Cote Saint-Luc Road | 3 1/2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Palay | 4 bedroom x 2 bathroom | 4BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| 6920-6940 Fielding Avenue | 3 1/2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| 6525 de la Cote-Saint-Luc | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Sunnybrooke | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| 4635 Clanranald | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
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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 Projet Dorval which is listed at $900, while the average apartment in Montréal costs $1,824.
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 73 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 $627 which is $1,197 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Montréal.
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