1200 Strathmore St
NanaimoBCV9S 4S5
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Nanaimo, BC from $900 (22 Rentals)
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450 Irwin St
NanaimoBCV9R 4X9
641 Lambert Ave
NanaimoBCV9R 3N9
600 Hillcrest Ave
NanaimoBCV9R 3M7
643 Lambert Ave
NanaimoBCV9R 3N9
598 Hillcrest Ave
NanaimoBCV9R 2Z6
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$1,580 - $2,495Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Summerhill Place
1820 Summerhill PlNanaimo, BC V9S 0C3
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986 Douglas Ave
NanaimoBCV9R 6B5
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$1,690 - $4,000Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Rutherford Place Apartments
6020-6040 Linley Valley DrNanaimo, BC V9T 0N8
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$1,000 - $1,775Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments
St. George Manor
1055 St George CresNanaimo, BC V9S 5N8
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$1,300 - $1,6501 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
Parkland House
1500 Boundary CresNanaimo, BC V9S 4N8
1694 King John Way
NanaimoBCV9T 1H6
244-244 Selby St
NanaimoBCV9R 2R3
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$1,550 - $2,3401 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
Highland Place
2600 Highland BlvdNanaimo, BC V9S 3N3
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$1,550 - $1,7501 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
Rosedale Manor
4299 Departure Bay RdNanaimo, BC V9T 1C9
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$1,625Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments
Summerhill Village
1680-1690 Townsite RdNanaimo, BC V9S 1N2
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$1,625 - $1,9001 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
Tiffany Gardens
3326 Rock City RdNanaimo, BC V9T 3H6
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$1,695 - $1,850Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments
244 Selby St
244 Selby StNanaimo, BC V9R 2R3
250-250 Selby St
NanaimoBCV9R 2R3
3550 W 39th Ave
VancouverBCV6N 3A5
3853 W 15th Ave
VancouverBCV6R 3A1
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6181 Palahi Rd
DuncanBCV9L 4Y8
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Nanaimo, BC Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Nanaimo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nanaimo Studio Apartments | $1,938 | $1,580 | $4,000 |
| Nanaimo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,633 | $975 | $1,950 |
| Nanaimo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,422 | $2,220 | $2,595 |
| Nanaimo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,345 | $3,295 | $3,395 |
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Cheapest Available Nanaimo Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Nanaimo, BC is a Studio unit found at Summerhill Village priced from $1,625. Rutherford Place Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,690. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Nanaimo apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summerhill Village | Bachelor A | Studio,1BA | $1,625 |
| Rutherford Place Apartments | Open Plan One Bedroom | Studio,1BA | $1,690 |
| North Point Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,740 |
| Summerhill Place | 1 Bed 1 Bath 1820 B | 1BR,1BA | $1,805 |
| Uplands Terrace Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Nanaimo, BC
As of June 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Nanaimo area is the $3.17 price per square foot 1 Beds, 1 Baths Model at Uplands Terrace Apartments in the starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Nanaimo apartment is the 1 Beds, 1 Baths Model at North Point Apartments starting at $1,740 with a $3.11 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Nanaimo apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uplands Terrace Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $3.17 |
| North Point Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $3.11 |
| Rutherford Place Apartments | Furnished Studio Short Term | Studio ,1BA | $3.75 |
| Summerhill Place | 1 Bed 1 Bath 1820 B | 1BR,1BA | $3.44 |
| St. George Manor | Bachelor | Studio ,1BA | $2.00 |
| Summerhill Village | Bachelor A | Studio ,1BA | $5.40 |
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Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.
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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.