
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Nanimo, BC from $1,000 (28 Rentals)
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612 Lambert Ave

450 Irwin St

593 5th St

1801 Hallen Ave

641 Lambert Ave

598 Hillcrest Ave
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643 Lambert Ave

Rutherford Place Apartments

3853 W 15th Ave

3550 W 39th Ave

Parkland House

649 Farquhar St

9631 Diamond Rd
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6166 Palahi Rd

St. George Manor

Centra

1600 Dufferin Crescent

Rosedale Manor

Highland Place

1480-1480 Boundary Crescent
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244-244 Selby St

501 Sixth St

Tiffany Gardens

Summerhill Village

244 Selby St

Forest Glen Manor

6181 Palahi Rd
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Nanimo, BC Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Nanimo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nanimo Studio Apartments | $1,871 | $1,690 | $2,000 |
| Nanimo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,590 | $1,070 | $1,975 |
| Nanimo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,427 | $2,260 | $2,595 |
| Nanimo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,345 | $3,295 | $3,395 |
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Cheapest Available Nanimo Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Nanimo, BC is a Studio unit found at Summerhill Village priced from $1,675. 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 Nanimo apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summerhill Village | Bachelor A | Studio,1BA | $1,675 |
| Rutherford Place Apartments | Open Plan One Bedroom | Studio,1BA | $1,690 |
| The Crest | 1 Bed 1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $1,775 |
| Summerhill Place | 1 Bed 1 Bath 1820 B | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| North Point Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,815 |
| Uplands Terrace Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Nanimo, BC and Nearby
As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Nanimo 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 Nanimo apartment is the 1 Bed 1 Bath A Model at The Crest starting at $1,775 with a $2.97 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Nanimo 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 |
| The Crest | 1 Bed 1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $2.97 |
| North Point Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $3.24 |
| Rutherford Place Apartments | Furnished Studio Short Term | Studio ,1BA | $3.75 |
| Summerhill Place | 1 Bed 1 Bath 1820 B | 1BR,1BA | $3.38 |
| Summerhill Village | Bachelor A | Studio ,1BA | $5.56 |
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The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Nanimo Apartment is $1,775 at The Crest.
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