Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Ottawa, ON from $1,075 (22 Rentals)

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McArthur Apartments
$1,400 - $1,7002 Bedroom Apartments

McArthur Apartments

370 Mcarthur AveOttawa, ON K1L 6N7
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353-370 Mcarthur Av
$1,4002 Bedroom Apartments

353-370 Mcarthur Av

353-370 Mcarthur AvOttawa, ON K1L 6N5
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Commodore
$1,415 - $1,4552 Bedroom Apartments

Commodore

1124-1130 Meadowlands DrOttawa, ON K2E 6H9

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

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Chelsea
$1,4542 Bedroom Apartments

Chelsea

1140 Meadowlands DrOttawa, ON K2E 6K9
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The Edgedale
$1,459 - $1,8092 Bedroom Apartments

The Edgedale

2880 Cedarwood DrOttawa, ON K1V 8Y5
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Augusta Apartments
$1,5002 Bedroom Apartments

Augusta Apartments

161 Augusta StOttawa, ON K1N 8B6
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Gloucester Place
$1,5502 Bedroom Apartments

Gloucester Place

210 Gloucester StOttawa, ON K2P 2K4
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Carlington Heights
$1,5502 Bedroom Apartments

Carlington Heights

1435-1455 Morisset AvOttawa, ON K1Z 8H2
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Huron Towers
$1,5692 Bedroom Apartments

Huron Towers

1339 Meadowlands DrOttawa, ON K2E 7B4
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Stratford
$1,5892 Bedroom Apartments

Stratford

1186 Meadowlands DrOttawa, ON K2E 6J5

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Sharing a lease? Learn how to set clear expectations with your roommates on routines, bills, and cleaning to ensure a successful and peaceful shared living arrangement.

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20-28 Chapleau Av
$1,590 - $1,7902 Bedroom Apartments

20-28 Chapleau Av

20-28 Chapleau AvOttawa, ON K1M 1E2
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Greenbank Towers
$1,5992 Bedroom Apartments

Greenbank Towers

2600 Draper AveOttawa, ON K2H 9A9
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St Laurent Sqaure
$1,6002 Bedroom Apartments

St Laurent Sqaure

1917-1919 St Laurent BlvdOttawa, ON K1G 3S6
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Aura Rivermead
$1,321 - $2,9502 Bedroom Apartments

Aura Rivermead

15 Morley-Walters ChGatineau, QC J9J 0K6
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Saint-James
$1,3992 Bedroom Apartments

Saint-James

333-431 Rue Saint-JamesGatineau, QC J8P 3N7
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Place du Golf
$1,399 - $1,5492 Bedroom Apartments

Place du Golf

669-715 Asselin RueGatineau, QC J8P 3H6
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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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 $1,321.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Ottawa?

The cheapest apartment in Ottawa is Aura Rivermead which is listed at $1,321, while the average apartment in Ottawa costs $3,855.

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 349 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 $441 which is $3,414 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Ottawa.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.