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The Ascot
2710 Saratoga PlOttawa, ON K1T 1Z2
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The Park West
30 Mcewen AveOttawa, ON K2B 5K8
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Gloucester Apartments
230 Gloucester StOttawa, ON K2P 0A9
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Parkway Towers
1071 Ambleside DrOttawa, ON K2B 6V4
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Concorde Apartments
981 Gulf PlOttawa, ON K1K 3X9
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377 O'Connor
377 O'connor StOttawa, ON K2P 2M2
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161 Laurier Av W
161 Laurier Av WOttawa, ON K1P 5J2
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Castle Towers
1161-1171 Wellington StOttawa, ON K1Y 2Z1
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Arlington Apartments
33 Banner RdOttawa, ON K2H 8T3
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Carlton West
1655 Carling AvOttawa, ON K2A 0Y2
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Riviera Gate
1300-1310 Mcwatters RdOttawa, ON K2C 3N8
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Pinewood Heights
838 Pinewood CresOttawa, ON K2B 8B7
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Avalon Park
2470 Southvale CresOttawa, ON K1B 4L7
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Orion - Accora Village
25 Woodridge CresOttawa, ON K2B 6M9
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300 McRae AvOttawa, ON K1Z 0C6
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Aspen Towers
2935 Richmond RdOttawa, ON K2B 8C9
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6 Oblats AvOttawa, ON K1S 5X3
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1322 McWatters RdOttawa, ON K2C 3N8
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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.
Ottawa, ON Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ottawa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ottawa Studio Apartments | C$1,646 | C$1,295 | C$3,000 |
| Ottawa 1 Bedroom Apartments | C$2,023 | C$1,100 | C$3,300 |
| Ottawa 2 Bedroom Apartments | C$2,564 | C$1,350 | C$6,600 |
| Ottawa 3 Bedroom Apartments | C$2,502 | C$1,040 | C$4,895 |
| Ottawa 4 Bedroom Apartments | C$1,454 | C$900 | C$3,780 |
| Ottawa 5 Bedroom Apartments | C$1,451 | C$1,275 | C$4,725 |
| Ottawa 6 Bedroom Apartments | C$5,670 | C$5,670 | C$5,670 |
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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 C$1,334.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Ottawa?
The cheapest apartment in Ottawa is Le Faubourg de L'ile which is listed at C$1,334, while the average apartment in Ottawa costs C$3,474.
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 315 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 C$767 which is C$2,707 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.
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.
The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.