
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Ottawa, OH from $500 (48 Rentals)
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Town Square Senior Apartments - 62+ or HUD

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Pike Run Village

Mark Royal

Hillcrest Apartments

Findlay Senior

Inverness Gardens

The Charleston

Royal Jameson
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43 Town Square

Winthrop Terrace - Findlay

Chelsea Village Apartments

Elijah Parkway

Eastern Woods Senior Apartments

Jefferson Manor Apartments

Willow Lake

Arbors of Findlay

Northlake Village Apartments
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Ridge View Apartments

Findlay Village Square

Shawnee Lakes Phase I

The Apartments at Eastern Woods

2563 W Market St

Horizon at Hillcrest Apartments

Blanchard Station Apartments

Spring Street Senior Lofts

Senior Homes of Findlay
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113 Orchard Ave

St. Andrew's Apartments

Arlington Place

340 S Pierce St

72 Schonhardt St

640 Schwamberger Rd

No Availabilities

2311 N Main St

521 Hope St
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624 Hope St

1028 W Wayne St

466 W McKibben St

Covington Greens Apartments

1023 National Ave

581 Colima Dr

761 Lima St

Rosedale Apartments

653 Westhaven Dr
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722 N Elizabeth St

1418 Colburn St

711 E 5th St
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 | $916 | $225 | $1,500 |
| Ottawa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,462 | $539 | $2,500 |
| Ottawa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,697 | $589 | $2,650 |
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Cheapest Available Ottawa Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Ottawa, OH is a Studio unit found at Town Square Senior Apartments - 62+ or HUD priced from $225. Wellington Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $625. 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 | Studio,1BA | $225 |
| Wellington Place | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1BA | $625 |
| Findlay Senior | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Royal Jameson | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $738 |
| The Derrick House - All Utilities Included | 9 Bedroom House | 6BR,4BA | $750 |
| 43 Town Square | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $770 |
| Hillcrest Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Mark Royal | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $880 |
| Elijah Parkway | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
| Willow Lake | 1 Bed, 1 Bath - 627 Sq. Ft. | 1BR,1BA | $1,019 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ottawa, OH and Nearby
As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ottawa area is the $0.31 price per square foot 9 Bedroom House Model at The Derrick House - All Utilities Included in the starting from $750. The second greatest value Ottawa apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at 43 Town Square starting at $1,093 with a $0.78 price per square foot . 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Derrick House - All Utilities Included | 9 Bedroom House | 6BR,4.5BA | $0.31 |
| 43 Town Square | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.78 |
| 2563 W Market St | Market St. | 2BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| Pike Run Village | 60% | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Wellington Place | 2 Bedroom Unit | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.69 |
| Ridge View Apartments | The Crest | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Hillcrest Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Willow Lake | 1 Bed, 1 Bath - 627 Sq. Ft. | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Royal Jameson | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Findlay Senior | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
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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 $650 at Findlay Senior.
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 $625 at Wellington Place.
What is the most affordable Ottawa Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Ottawa Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 43 Town Square and starts from $1,093.
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