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The Brant
$1,3691 Bedroom Apartments

The Brant

366 Brant StOttawa, ON K1L 6V6
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The Arosa
$1,390Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Arosa

163-165 Maclaren StOttawa, ON K2P 2G4
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Gloucester Apartments
$1,399 - $2,199Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Gloucester Apartments

230 Gloucester StOttawa, ON K2P 0A9
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Mayview Towers
$1,400 - $1,6501 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mayview Towers

1440 Mayview AveOttawa, ON K1Z 8H8
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1425 Rosenthal
$1,400 - $1,6501 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1425 Rosenthal

1425 Rosenthal AveOttawa, ON K1Z 8N8
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The Cardinal
$1,439 - $2,059Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Cardinal

2861 Baycrest DrOttawa, ON K1V 8X8
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Chanteclair Apartments
$1,449 - $2,990Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Chanteclair Apartments

290 Nelson StOttawa, ON K1N 7S2
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The Acadian
$1,449 - $2,349Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Acadian

153 Nepean StOttawa, ON K2P 0B5
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Riverflow Residences
$1,450Studio Apartments

Riverflow Residences

550 Wilbrod StOttawa, ON K1N 9M3
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Bronson Place North
$1,495 - $2,0001 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bronson Place North

420 Gloucester StOttawa, ON K1R 5E9
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Rideau Park Towers
$1,499 - $2,2001 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Rideau Park Towers

1801 Riverside DrOttawa, ON K1G 0E7
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Gilboa Place
$1,499 - $2,399Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Gilboa Place

3301-3325 Uplands DrOttawa, ON K1V 9X6
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199 Holland Ave.
$1,500 - $1,9991 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

199 Holland Ave.

199 Holland AveOttawa, ON K1Y 0Y3
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161 Presland Rd.
$1,500 - $1,9991 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

161 Presland Rd.

161 Presland RdOttawa, ON K1K 4E2
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Arlington Apartments
$1,525 - $1,7991 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Arlington Apartments

33 Banner RdOttawa, ON K2H 8T3
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266 Carruthers Av
$1,535 - $2,6501 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

266 Carruthers Av

266 Carruthers AvOttawa, ON K1Y 1N9
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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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Greenbank Towers
$1,549 - $1,9991 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Greenbank Towers

2600 Draper AveOttawa, ON K2H 9A9
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Cyrville Towers
$1,549 - $2,3991 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cyrville Towers

1177 Cummings AveOttawa, ON K1J 8M2
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Stewart Apartments
$1,550 - $1,589Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Stewart Apartments

146 Stewart StOttawa, ON K1N 6JT
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Huron Towers
$1,569 - $2,0291 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Huron Towers

1339 Meadowlands DrOttawa, ON K2E 7B4
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The James + The Gilmour
$1,5691 Bedroom Apartments

The James + The Gilmour

21 James StOttawa, ON K2P 0T5
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The Aventura
$1,578 - $1,930Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Aventura

18-20 Deerfield DrOttawa, ON K2G 4L2
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Kingsview Apartments
$1,594 - $2,064Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Kingsview Apartments

1725 Riverside DrOttawa, ON K1G 4J4
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Lincoln Park Tower
$1,595 - $2,109Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lincoln Park Tower

1330 Richmond RdOttawa, ON K2B 8J6
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Carling Park
$1,599 - $1,9991 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Carling Park

2385 Carling AveOttawa, ON K2B 7G9
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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

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709 Edison Ave.
$1,6001 Bedroom Apartments

709 Edison Ave.

709 Edison AvOttawa, ON K2A 1W2
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Crystal Arms Apartments
$1,600 - $1,650Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Crystal Arms Apartments

235 Bay StOttawa, ON K1R 5Z2
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Regency Towers
$1,609 - $2,100Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Regency Towers

261 Cooper StOttawa, ON K2P 1P6
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Langs Apartments
$1,625 - $2,149Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Langs Apartments

550 Lang's RdOttawa, ON K1K 4C2
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Grenadier
$1,629 - $1,959Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Grenadier

1129 Meadowlands DrOttawa, ON K2E 6J5
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Petrie's Landing II
$1,650 - $3,370Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Petrie's Landing II

400 Inlet PvtOttawa, ON K4A 5H3
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Capital Towers II
$1,650 - $1,9501 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Capital Towers II

1244 Donald StOttawa, ON K1J 8V6
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Brittany Drive Apartments
$1,659 - $1,9091 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brittany Drive Apartments

230-240 Brittany DrOttawa, ON K1K 0R8
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Lakeview Apartments
$1,689 - $1,964Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lakeview Apartments

360 Croydon AveOttawa, ON K2B 0A4
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404 Eden Av
$1,6901 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

404 Eden Av

404 Eden AvOttawa, ON K1Z 5H9
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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

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Richlin Apartments
$1,699 - $2,1491 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Richlin Apartments

1500 Walkley RdOttawa, ON K1V 0H8
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118 Russell Ave
$1,700 - $2,500Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

118 Russell Ave

118 Russell AveOttawa, ON K1N 7X1
Student Housing
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Place du Golf
$999 - $1,899Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Place du Golf

669-715 Asselin RueGatineau, QC J8P 3H6
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Saint-James
$1,249 - $1,7991 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Saint-James

333-431 Rue Saint-JamesGatineau, QC J8P 3N7
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Aalto
$1,520 - $2,485Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Aalto

10 Jos-Montferrand StGatineau, QC J8X 0E2
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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

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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.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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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.

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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.

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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.