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Alta Vista Towers
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$1,449 - $1,599
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$1,449 - $1,849
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Alta Vista Towers

1545 Alta Vista DrOttawa, ON K1G 3P4
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Jade Apartments
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$2,070 - $2,300
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$1,700 - $3,100
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$1,700 - $3,100
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Jade Apartments

770 Somerset St WOttawa, ON K1R 6P9
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Ottawa, ON Local Guide

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Ottawa 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: February 22, 2026

There are currently 282 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Ottawa, ON neighborhoods that range in price from $1,323 to $3,580. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Ottawa with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Nepean Kanata127$2,060$1,323
Westboro112$2,020$1,439
East Central43$1,751$1,399

Largest Available Ottawa 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Ottawa, ON is found at 177 Armstrong St in the Nepean Kanata neighborhood and is 1,800 square feet priced from $1,800. Heritage Lofts I&II in the East Central neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,200 square feet and currently listed start at $2,045. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Ottawa:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
177 Armstrong St1 Bed1,800 Sq Ft$1,800
Heritage Lofts I&II1 Bed Den 1 Bath D - Loft I1,200 Sq Ft$2,045
150 MarketplaceMarket 1JBF1,043 Sq Ft$2,435
William's Court D & G1 Bedroom1,000 Sq Ft$2,095
Château golfPenthouse796 Sq Ft$2,195
BaselinePenthouse625 Sq Ft$2,895
LumaOne Bedroom548 Sq Ft$1,975
Petries Landing I1 bedroom491 Sq Ft$1,151

Cheapest Available Ottawa 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of February 22, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Ottawa, ON is the 1 Bedroom Promotional Pricing for 8 Months Model starting from $1,115 at 27 Lucerne & 87 Vanier in the Nepean Kanata neighborhood. The second most affordable Ottawa 1 Bedroom is the 1 bedroom Model at Petries Landing I starting at $1,151 in the East Central neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Ottawa is currently $2,030. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Ottawa:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
27 Lucerne & 87 Vanier1 Bedroom Promotional Pricing for 8 Months$1,115
Petries Landing I1 bedroom$1,151
Le Faubourg de L'ile1 Bedroom$1,214
Château golf1 bedroom$1,321
929 Richmond1 bedroom$1,388
Eastwood Park Apartments1 Bedroom$1,389
The Dale1 bedroom$1,395
362 McArthur & 388-390 Irwin Miller1 Bedroom Promotional Pricing for 8 Months$1,399
Cooper Ave1 Bed, 1 bath$1,400
MacConnor Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath$1,400

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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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 27 Lucerne & 87 Vanier listed at $1,115.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Ottawa is $2,030.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Ottawa is a 1,800 square feet unit starting from $1,800 at 177 Armstrong St.

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

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Ottawa is currently 466 sq ft.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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