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Ottawa 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: August 23, 2026

There are currently 914 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Ottawa, ON neighborhoods that range in price from $500 to $4,082. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Ottawa with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Nepean Kanata325$2,075$500
East Central250$2,150$800
Westboro171$2,045$500
Downtown168$2,275$1,349

Largest Available Ottawa 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Ottawa, ON is found at Petries Landing I in the East Central neighborhood and is 1,198 square feet priced from $1,989. Château golf in the Gatineau neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,104 square feet and currently listed start at $2,165. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Ottawa:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Petries Landing I1 Bedroom1,198 Sq Ft$1,989
Château golfPenthouse + loft1,104 Sq Ft$2,165
Williams Court C1 Bedroom + Den1,015 Sq Ft$2,395
Williams Court D and G1 Bedroom1,000 Sq Ft$2,085
ElementThe Brierwood943 Sq Ft$3,699
Clarendon Lanes1 Bedroom 1 Bath910 Sq Ft$2,099
Rockcliffe Arms1 Bedroom900 Sq Ft$1,649
Azure Westboro1bd + Den900 Sq Ft$2,600
Williams Court A1 Bedroom + Study890 Sq Ft$2,145
Le Vibe1 bedroom585 Sq Ft$1,764

Cheapest Available Ottawa 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of August 23, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Ottawa, ON is the 8 Model starting from $1,100 at 544 Albert S. W. in the East Central neighborhood. The second most affordable Ottawa 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom Promotional Pricing for 8 Months Model at 27 Lucerne starting at $1,115 in the Gatineau neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Ottawa is currently $2,109. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Ottawa:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
544 Albert S. W.8$1,100
27 Lucerne1 Bedroom Promotional Pricing for 8 Months$1,115
Elgin Square ApartmentsBach$1,329
King Edward Avenue485 King Edward Ave - Plan A$1,349
350 Mayfield1-Bedroom*$1,400
Cooper Ave1 Bed, 1 bath$1,400
50 Selkirk1-bed*$1,435
Eastwood Park Apartments1 Bedroom$1,439
1276 Dorchester1 Bedroom Promotional Price For First 8 Months*$1,439
The Edgedale1 Bedroom(s) and 1 Bathroom(s)$1,469

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Ottawa Overview

As the capital city of Canada, Ottawa, ON has a thriving job market and cultural scene. Thats what draws many people to seek rental homes and apartments in Ottawa when they first move here. Its a family-friendly city with annual festivals and a good school system. Ottawa also offers a lower cost of living than any of the nations comparable metropolitan areas. 

Why live in Ottawa, ON?

Ottawa has a provincial land transfer tax, but not a municipal one. This makes a major difference in the cost of living in Ottawa compared to many other Canadian metro areas. Apartments in Ottawa cost several hundred dollars per month less than comparable rentals in Toronto or Vancouver, for example. Ottawa has a little bit of something for everyone. The Downtown and Little Town areas provide a bounty of museums, theatres, parks, landmarks, eateries, and nightclubs. 

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Ottawa Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Ottawa with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Ottawa is at 544 Albert S. W. listed at $1,100.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Ottawa Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Ottawa is $2,109.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Ottawa Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Ottawa is a 1,198 square feet unit starting from $1,989 at Petries Landing I.

What is the average size for Ottawa 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Ottawa is currently 390 sq ft.

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