Cheap Apartments for Rent in Ottawa, ON from $500 (266 Rentals)

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property at 205 Glynn Ave

$850

1 To 4 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

205 Glynn Ave

OttawaONK1K 1S4
property at 386 Chapel St

$925 - $995

6 Bedroom Rentals

Available Sep 1

386 Chapel St

OttawaONK1N 7Z6
property at 111 Crichton St

$1,100

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Jul 15

111 Crichton St

OttawaONK1M 1V8

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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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property at 318 Cooper St

$1,295 - $1,650

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Sep 1

318 Cooper St

OttawaONK2P 0G7

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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Wentworth Arms
$1,325Studio Apartments Available Sep 1

Wentworth Arms

525 Wentworth AveOttawa, ON K2B 8E5
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The Ascot
$1,349 - $1,625Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 1

The Ascot

2710 Saratoga PlOttawa, ON K1T 1Z2
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Colonel By Towers
$1,349 - $2,125Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Colonel By Towers

315 Holmwood AvOttawa, ON K1S 2R2
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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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Windfields III
$1,425 - $1,779Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Windfields III

1170 Fisher AveOttawa, ON K1Z 5R7
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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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Ottawa, ON Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Ottawa, ON

Pricing Updated: 07/14/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Ottawa, ON area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Ottawa Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown$5,450$825389
East Central$5,450$825638
Nepean Kanata$5,450$5251027
Westboro$5,500$550525

Cheapest Available Ottawa Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Ottawa, ON is a 1 Bed unit found at 27 Lucerne in the Gatineau neighborhood priced from $1,115. Cartier Square Apartments in the Downtown neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,149. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ottawa apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
27 Lucerne1 Bedroom Promotional Pricing for 8 Months1BR,1BA$1,115
Cartier Square ApartmentsBachelorStudio,1BA$1,149
Petries Landing I1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,151
VodaBow II | Co-living4BR,4BA$1,240
Acadia ApartmentsBachStudio,1BA$1,249
50 SelkirkStudioStudio,1BA$1,268
145 Stewart St. – The StatesmanBachelorStudio,1BA$1,299
Somerset Towers East & WestStudioStudio,1BA$1,299
544 Albert S. W.1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,300
255 Stewart StreetStudio Promotion for 8 MonthsStudio,1BA$1,309

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ottawa, ON

As of July 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ottawa area is the $1.56 price per square foot 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at Jubilee Townhomes in the in the Nepean Kanata neighborhood starting from $2,260. The second greatest value Ottawa apartment is the 3 Beds, 1 Baths Model at Aspen Village Townhomes starting at $2,745 with a $1.95 price per square foot in the East Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ottawa apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Jubilee Townhomes2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.56
Aspen Village Townhomes3 Beds, 1 Baths3BR,1BA$1.95
Pointe-GatineauThree Bedroom Townhouse3BR,1BA$1.42
Aura Rivermead2 Bedrooms2BR,1BA$1.46
MountshannonRamsey - Sapphire Terrace2BR,2.5BA$1.91
KoL Townhomes2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.90
Gilboa Place2 Bedrooms2BR,1BA$1.81
The Voyageur Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.80
Greenbank Towers2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.94
60 Daly Avenue – Canadiana ApartmentsBachelorStudio ,1BA$1.87

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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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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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 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 $1,309.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Ottawa?

The cheapest apartment in Ottawa is 27 Lucerne which is listed at $1,115, while the average apartment in Ottawa costs $5,462.

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 159 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 $425 which is $5,037 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.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.