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Arlington Apartments
33 Banner RdOttawa, ON K2H 8T3
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2001 Carling AveOttawa, ON K2A 3W5
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851 Richmond RdOttawa, ON K2A 3X2
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36 Robinson AvOttawa, ON K1N 8N9
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1030-1040 Hollington StOttawa, ON K1Z 8C5
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2750 Carousel CresOttawa, ON K1T 1Z5
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1275-1285 Richmond RdOttawa, ON K2B 7Z4
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Windfields III
1170 Fisher AveOttawa, ON K1Z 5R7
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1073 Hollington StOttawa, ON K1Z 6L4
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260 1/2 Dalhousie StOttawa, ON K1N 7E4
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2700 Saratoga Place StOttawa, ON K1T 1W4
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Arbor Village - 1196 Shillington
1196 Shillington AveOttawa, ON K1Z 7Z4
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Castle Towers
1161-1171 Wellington StOttawa, ON K1Y 2Z1
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230 Gloucester StOttawa, ON K2P 0A9
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362 Mcarthur AvOttawa, ON K1L 6N7
235 Bay St
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Phoenix Apartments
1316 Carling AveOttawa, ON K1Z 7K8
486-486 Albert St
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1140-1150 Fisher AveOttawa, ON K1Z 5R7
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Riviera Gate
1300-1310 Mcwatters RdOttawa, ON K2C 3N8
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Concorde Apartments
981 Gulf PlOttawa, ON K1K 3X9
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297-297 St. Patrick St
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Pinewood Heights
838 Pinewood CresOttawa, ON K2B 8B7
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47 & 49 Somerset
47-49 Somerset St WOttawa, ON K2P 0H3
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185-195 Clearview AveOttawa, ON K1Z 6R9
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25 Mcarthur AveOttawa, ON K1L 6R3
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ottawa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ottawa Studio Apartments | $1,587 | $1,200 | $2,520 |
| Ottawa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,045 | $1,050 | $3,450 |
| Ottawa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,584 | $1,350 | $6,600 |
| Ottawa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,303 | $1,040 | $4,895 |
| Ottawa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,262 | $900 | $2,750 |
| Ottawa 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,304 | $1,275 | $1,430 |
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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ottawa Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Ottawa?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Ottawa is under $1,307.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Ottawa?
The cheapest apartment in Ottawa is Saint-James which is listed at $1,299, while the average apartment in Ottawa costs $2,642.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Ottawa?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 265 regular apartments in Ottawa that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Ottawa?
Cheap apartments in Ottawa have an average cost of $535 which is $2,107 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Ottawa.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.
How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!
The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters
Written by: Trey Huguley
The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.
Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.