
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Nanaimo District, BC from $1,200 (14 Rentals)
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Nanaimo District, BC Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Nanaimo District?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nanaimo District Studio Apartments | $1,922 | $1,450 | $4,000 |
| Nanaimo District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,608 | $1,250 | $1,895 |
| Nanaimo District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,148 | $1,400 | $2,595 |
| Nanaimo District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,345 | $3,295 | $3,395 |
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Cheapest Available Nanaimo District Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Nanaimo District, BC is a 1 Bed unit found at Rosedale Manor priced from $1,500. 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 District apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rosedale Manor | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Rutherford Place Apartments | Open Plan One Bedroom | Studio,1BA | $1,690 |
| Merewood Apartments | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,720 |
| Uplands Terrace Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Nanaimo District, BC and Nearby
As of July 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Nanaimo District area is the $2.31 price per square foot 1 Bed, 1 bath Model at Rosedale Manor in the starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Nanaimo District apartment is the 1 Beds, 1 Baths Model at Uplands Terrace Apartments starting at $1,950 with a $3.26 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Nanaimo District apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rosedale Manor | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| Uplands Terrace Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $3.26 |
| Rutherford Place Apartments | Open Plan One Bedroom | Studio ,1BA | $3.16 |
| Merewood Apartments | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio ,1BA | $4.46 |
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Candy • 4+ years in Nanaimo District
February 25, 2025There is a nice waterpark and an elementary school. Downtown is a fairly short walk to Port Place Mall and the water front. Rental prices have increased dramatically however and with that a big rise in homelessness.
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How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Nanaimo District Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Nanaimo District Apartment is $1,500 at Rosedale Manor.
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