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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: October 28, 2025

There are currently 789 available 1 Bedroom apartment units in Ottawa, ON neighborhoods that range in price from $650 to $3,450. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Ottawa with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Nepean Kanata324$2,044$1,050
Westboro232$2,068$1,399
East Central145$1,949$650
Downtown88$2,049$1,400

Largest Available Ottawa 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Ottawa, ON is found at Heritage Lofts I&II in the East Central neighborhood and is 1,200 square feet priced from $2,125. Rivervale Apartments has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,084 square feet and currently listed start at $2,000. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Ottawa:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Heritage Lofts I&II1 Bed Den 1 Bath D - Loft I1,200 Sq Ft$2,125
Rivervale ApartmentsGR1C1,084 Sq Ft$2,000
150 MarketplaceMarket 1JBF1,043 Sq Ft$2,605
William's Court D & G1 Bedroom1,000 Sq Ft$2,125
Centrepointe UnionThe - T01987 Sq Ft$1,950
Parkdale CollectiveSherbrooke - TH2958 Sq Ft$2,920
William's Court A1 Bedroom + Den950 Sq Ft$2,195
LuxoE920 Sq Ft$2,788
The Dale1 Bedroom584 Sq Ft$1,595
Ballantyne Luxury Apartments1 Bedroom570 Sq Ft$1,890

Cheapest Available Ottawa 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of October 28, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Ottawa, ON is the One Bedroom Apartment Model starting from $1,299 at Saint-James in the East Central neighborhood. The second most affordable Ottawa 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bedroom Model at Le Faubourg de L'ile starting at $1,324 in the Nepean Kanata neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Ottawa is currently $2,061. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Ottawa:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Saint-JamesOne Bedroom Apartment$1,299
Le Faubourg de L'ile1 Bedroom$1,324
27 Lucerne & 87 Vanier27 Lucerne - Plan B$1,399
Cooper Ave1 Bed, 1 bath$1,400
The Cardinal1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom, Affordable$1,409
Lord Richmond1 Bedroom$1,425
Arbor Village - 1030 & 1040 Hollington1 Bedroom Promotion for 8 Months$1,429
Wentworth Arms1 Bedroom$1,430
621 Cummings Avenue1 Bedroom$1,445
The Woodbine1 Bedroom$1,449

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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 Saint-James listed at $1,299.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Ottawa is $2,061.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Ottawa is a 1,200 square feet unit starting from $2,125 at Heritage Lofts I&II.

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

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Ottawa is currently 457 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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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.

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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.