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Prince of Wales Complex
1401 Prince Of Wales DrOttawa, ON K2C 3JB
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110 Boteler StOttawa, ON K1N 1K6
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851 Richmond RdOttawa, ON K2A 3X2
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1170 Fisher AveOttawa, ON K1Z 5R7
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2001 Carling AveOttawa, ON K2A 3W5
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2470 Southvale CresOttawa, ON K1B 4L7
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255 Stewart StOttawa, ON K1N 6K3
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2380 Baseline RdOttawa, ON K2G 6E2
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160 Chapel
160 Chapel StOttawa, ON K1N 8P5
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Alta Vista Towers
1545 Alta Vista DrOttawa, ON K1G 3P4
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Saratoga Place
2700 Saratoga Place StOttawa, ON K1T 1W4
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The Riverside 1551
1551 Lycee PlOttawa, ON K1G 4B5
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810 Edgeworth AveOttawa, ON K2B 7Y3
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2750 Carousel CresOttawa, ON K1T 1Z5
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2710 Saratoga PlOttawa, ON K1T 1Z2
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1275-1285 Richmond RdOttawa, ON K2B 7Z4
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The Riversides - 1591 Lycee Place
1591 Lycee PlOttawa, ON K1G 4A7
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Windfields
1140-1150 Fisher AveOttawa, ON K1Z 5R7
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2010 Cassandra St
OttawaONK0A 3H0
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The Charlotte
560 Rideau StOttawa, ON K1N 0G3
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1220 Merivale RdOttawa, ON K1Z 8P2
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1720 Baseline RdOttawa, ON K2C 0B9
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1845 Baseline RdOttawa, ON K2C 3K4
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Elgin Square Apartments
475 Elgin StOttawa, ON K2P 2E6
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The Park West
30 Mcewen AveOttawa, ON K2B 5K8
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270 Somerset St WOttawa, ON K2P 0J7
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Bronson Place South
440 Gloucester StOttawa, ON K1R 5E9
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Southpoint Villa Apartments
1400 Appleton DrOttawa, ON K1B 4R9
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2600 Draper AveOttawa, ON K2H 9A9
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The Delaware
2850 Cedarwood DrOttawa, ON K1V 8Y4
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1755 Frobisher LnOttawa, ON K1G 3T6
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18-20 Deerfield DrOttawa, ON K2G 4L2
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320 Croydon AveOttawa, ON K2B 5P3
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230-240 Brittany DrOttawa, ON K1K 0R8
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100 Bronson AveOttawa, ON K1R 6G8
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Le Faubourg de L'ile
101 Sacré-Coeur BoulGatineau, QC J8X 1C7
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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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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ottawa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ottawa Studio Apartments | $1,657 | $1,000 | $3,000 |
| Ottawa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,125 | $550 | $5,155 |
| Ottawa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,702 | $900 | $6,355 |
| Ottawa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,702 | $932 | $6,376 |
| Ottawa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,110 | $525 | $10,000+ |
| Ottawa 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,141 | $825 | $7,194 |
| Ottawa 6 Bedroom Apartments | $4,456 | $925 | $6,000 |
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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 $1,349.
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 124 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 $384 which is $5,078 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Ottawa.
Expert Rental Resources
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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.
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.
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.