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851 Richmond RdOttawa, ON K2A 3X2
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1030-1040 Hollington StOttawa, ON K1Z 8C5
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2700 Saratoga Place StOttawa, ON K1T 1W4
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50 Selkirk StOttawa, ON K1L 6M9
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525 Wentworth AveOttawa, ON K2B 8E5
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350 Mayfield StOttawa, ON K1L 7W1
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315 Holmwood AvOttawa, ON K1S 2R2
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Westview
1427 Laperriere AveOttawa, ON K1Z 7S7
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324 Cambridge
324 Cambridge St NOttawa, ON K1R 7B2
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425 Elgin
425 Elgin StOttawa, ON K2P 1N5
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362 Mcarthur AvOttawa, ON K1L 6N7
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348 Zephyr AveOttawa, ON K2B 6A1
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1833 Frobisher LnOttawa, ON K1G 0E8
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149 Maclaren StOttawa, ON K2P 0K8
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1241 Kilborn PlOttawa, ON K1H 1A5
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200 Rideau TerOttawa, ON K1M 0Z2
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MacConnor Apartments
250 O'Connor StOttawa, ON K2P 1V2
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36 Robinson AvOttawa, ON K1N 8N9
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1170 Fisher AveOttawa, ON K1Z 5R7
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135 MacLaren
135 Maclaren StOttawa, ON K2P 0K8
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550 Wilbrod StOttawa, ON K1N 9M3
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257 Lisgar StOttawa, ON K2P 0C7
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Heron LnOttawa, ON
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255 Stewart
255 Stewart StOttawa, ON K1N 6K3
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2710 Saratoga PlOttawa, ON K1T 1Z2
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1073 Hollington StOttawa, ON K1Z 6L4
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173 Cooper
173 Cooper StOttawa, ON K2P 0E9
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57 Bayswater AveOttawa, ON K1Y 3C4
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1316 Carling AveOttawa, ON K1Z 7K8
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61 Mcewen AveOttawa, ON K2B 5L3
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2001 Carling AveOttawa, ON K2A 3W5
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1071 Ambleside DrOttawa, ON K2B 6V4
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1196 Shillington AveOttawa, ON K1Z 7Z4
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1591 Lycee PlOttawa, ON K1G 4A7
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341 Flora StOttawa, ON K1R 5S2
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The Emmy
75 Slater StOttawa, ON K1P 0E6
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210 Somerset St WOttawa, ON K2P 0J4
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1655 Carling AvOttawa, ON K2A 0Y2
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1300-1310 Mcwatters RdOttawa, ON K2C 3N8
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475-485 King Edward AveOttawa, ON K1N 7N1
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1140-1150 Fisher AveOttawa, ON K1Z 5R7
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1275-1285 Richmond RdOttawa, ON K2B 7Z4
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2881 Richmond RdOttawa, ON K2B 8J5
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2826 Sandalwood DrOttawa, ON K1V 2T8
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207 Bell St NOttawa, ON K1R 7E3
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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 | $1,597 | $1,149 | $2,300 |
| Ottawa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,045 | $1,050 | $4,485 |
| Ottawa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,609 | $1,075 | $5,830 |
| Ottawa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,546 | $1,370 | $5,500 |
| Ottawa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,345 | $525 | $2,750 |
| Ottawa 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,156 | $1,125 | $1,280 |
| Ottawa 6 Bedroom Apartments | $795 | $795 | $795 |
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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
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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 $1,287.
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 $1,284, while the average apartment in Ottawa costs $2,643.
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 332 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 $534 which is $2,109 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Ottawa.
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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.
Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.
Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.
How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!