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1427 Laperriere AveOttawa, ON K1Z 7S7
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1545 Alta Vista DrOttawa, ON K1G 3P4
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1401 Prince Of Wales DrOttawa, ON K2C 3JB
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210 Somerset St WOttawa, ON K2P 0J4
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250 Besserer StOttawa, ON K1N 0E8
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257 Lisgar StOttawa, ON K2P 0C7
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Riviera Gate
1300-1310 Mcwatters RdOttawa, ON K2C 3N8
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25 Mcarthur AveOttawa, ON K1L 6R3
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2470 Southvale CresOttawa, ON K1B 4L7
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The Riverside 1551
1551 Lycee PlOttawa, ON K1G 4B5
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2710 Saratoga PlOttawa, ON K1T 1Z2
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1161-1171 Wellington StOttawa, ON K1Y 2Z1
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160 Chapel
160 Chapel StOttawa, ON K1N 8P5
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200 Rideau TerOttawa, ON K1M 0Z2
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1071 Ambleside DrOttawa, ON K2B 6V4
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1188 Cummings AvOttawa, ON K1J 0E7
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300 Tremblay RdOttawa, ON K1G 0A4
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185-195 Clearview AveOttawa, ON K1Z 6R9
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46 Flora
46 Flora StOttawa, ON K2P 1L3
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173 Cooper
173 Cooper StOttawa, ON K2P 0E9
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315 Holmwood AvOttawa, ON K1S 2R2
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161 Laurier Av WOttawa, ON K1P 5J2
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61 Mcewen AveOttawa, ON K2B 5L3
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Azure Westboro
2070 Scott StOttawa, ON K1Z 0C8
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770 Somerset St WOttawa, ON K1R 6P9
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2880 Cedarwood DrOttawa, ON K1V 8Y5
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1124-1130 Meadowlands DrOttawa, ON K2E 6H9
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1186 Meadowlands DrOttawa, ON K2E 6J5
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201 Mcleod StOttawa, ON K2P 0Z9
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2805-2889 Cedarwood Dr
2805-2889 Cedarwood DrOttawa, ON K1V 8Y5
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Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.
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229 Argyle Ave
229 Argyle AveOttawa, ON K2P 2J1
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Chelsea
1140 Meadowlands DrOttawa, ON K2E 6K9
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1150 Meadowlands DrOttawa, ON K2E 6J4
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335 MacLaren St. – The New Yorker
335 Maclaren StOttawa, ON K2P 0M5
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The Maples Apartments
1720 Baseline RdOttawa, ON K2C 0B9
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1845 Baseline RdOttawa, ON K2C 3K4
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175 Bronson AveOttawa, ON K1R 6H2
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1220 Merivale RdOttawa, ON K1Z 8P2
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145 Stewart St. – The Statesman
145 Stewart StOttawa, ON K1N 6J4
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53 Maclaren St
53 Maclaren StOttawa, ON K2P 0K3
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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Wellington Towers Apartments
1265 Wellington StOttawa, ON K1Y 4L2
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Dow's Lake Towers
360 S Bell StOttawa, ON K1S 5E8
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Elgin Square Apartments
475 Elgin StOttawa, ON K2P 2E6
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Sadler's Court Apartments
67 Cartier StOttawa, ON K2P 1J6
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60 Cartier StOttawa, ON K2P 2E1
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30 Mcewen AveOttawa, ON K2B 5K8
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80 Rideau TerOttawa, ON K1M 2A1
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404 Elgin StOttawa, ON K2P 1N3
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St Laurent Sqaure
1917-1919 St Laurent BlvdOttawa, ON K1G 3S6
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Island Park Towers III
200 Clearview AveOttawa, ON K1Z 8M2
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Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.
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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 | $1,780 | $995 | $5,155 |
| Ottawa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,114 | $500 | $4,065 |
| Ottawa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,719 | $1,075 | $6,355 |
| Ottawa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,631 | $932 | $6,087 |
| Ottawa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,904 | $525 | $10,000+ |
| Ottawa 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,398 | $950 | $6,945 |
| Ottawa 6 Bedroom Apartments | $3,447 | $895 | $6,000 |
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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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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 $1,329.
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 $2,314.
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 105 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 $512 which is $1,802 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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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags
Written by: Robin Stewart
Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.
First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
Written by: Robin Stewart
Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.
Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.
Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention
Written by: Robin Stewart
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.