
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Ottawa, OH from $500 (40 Rentals)
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Mark Royal

Hillcrest Apartments

Findlay Senior

Inverness Gardens

The Charleston

Royal Jameson

43 Town Square
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1540 N Elizabeth St

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Willow Lake

Arbors of Findlay

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Eastern Woods Senior Apartments

710 W Robb Ave

Pike Run Village

Blanchard Station Apartments

143 Elm St

23 Milla Dr

565 E Market St
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Spring Street Senior Lofts

621 N Metcalf St

St. Andrew's Apartments

Arlington Place

933 1/2 W Wayne St

340 S Pierce St

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500 N Shore Dr
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2311 N Main St

Elijah Parkway

Covington Greens Apartments

461 W Lytle St

924 W Wayne St

342 N Charles St

761 Lima St

2563 W Market St
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Ottawa, OH Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ottawa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ottawa Studio Apartments | $541 | $225 | $646 |
| Ottawa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $927 | $225 | $1,500 |
| Ottawa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,453 | $750 | $2,500 |
| Ottawa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,777 | $950 | $2,650 |
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Cheapest Available Ottawa Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Ottawa, OH is a 1 Bed unit found at Town Square Senior Apartments - 62+ or HUD priced from $225. Findlay Senior in the Hancock County neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $650. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ottawa apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Town Square Senior Apartments - 62+ or HUD | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $225 |
| Findlay Senior | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| 43 Town Square | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $770 |
| Hillcrest Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| 1540 N Elizabeth St | 1bd | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Mark Royal | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $880 |
| Royal Jameson | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $920 |
| Willow Lake | 1 Bed, 1 Bath - 627 Sq. Ft. | 1BR,1BA | $1,019 |
| Ridge View Apartments | The Crest | 2BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Glenwood Village | 2-Bedroom, 1-Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ottawa, OH and Nearby
As of August 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ottawa area is the $0.78 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at 43 Town Square in the starting from $1,093. The second greatest value Ottawa apartment is the Premium - Water View - End Unit Model at The Townhomes of Liberty Ridge starting at $1,925 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the Hancock County neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ottawa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 43 Town Square | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.78 |
| The Townhomes of Liberty Ridge | Premium - Water View - End Unit | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.50 |
| Glenwood Village | 2-Bedroom, 1-Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Royal Jameson | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Ridge View Apartments | The Crest | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| 1540 N Elizabeth St | 1bd | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Hillcrest Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Willow Lake | 1 Bed, 1 Bath - 627 Sq. Ft. | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Findlay Senior | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Town Square Senior Apartments - 62+ or HUD | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.45 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ottawa Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ottawa Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ottawa Apartment is $225 at Town Square Senior Apartments - 62+ or HUD.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ottawa Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ottawa is starting from $750 at Findlay Senior.
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