Cheap Apartments for Rent in Ottawa, ON from $500 with Swimming Pool (38 Rentals)

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Lord Richmond
$1,335Studio Apartments Available Soon

Lord Richmond

851 Richmond RdOttawa, ON K2A 3X2
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The Woodbine
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$1,349 - $1,535Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Oct 15

The Woodbine

2750 Carousel CresOttawa, ON K1T 1Z5
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Windfields III
$1,379 - $2,299Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Oct 1

Windfields III

1170 Fisher AveOttawa, ON K1Z 5R7
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Find income-restricted rentals and housing subsidies. Explore government programs designed to help low-income families secure stable, affordable housing.

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Champlain Towers
$1,490 - $1,995Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 15

Champlain Towers

200 Rideau TerOttawa, ON K1M 0Z2
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The Ascot
$1,545Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Oct 1

The Ascot

2710 Saratoga PlOttawa, ON K1T 1Z2
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Richmond Park Square
$1,640 - $2,050Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Oct 1

Richmond Park Square

1275-1285 Richmond RdOttawa, ON K2B 7Z4
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Saratoga Place
$1,525Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Saratoga Place

2700 Saratoga Place StOttawa, ON K1T 1W4
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Edgeworth
$1,6301 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Dec 1

Edgeworth

810 Edgeworth AveOttawa, ON K2B 7Y3
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Windfields
$1,649 - $1,9491 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Windfields

1140-1150 Fisher AveOttawa, ON K1Z 5R7
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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Lincoln Park Tower
$1,264 - $2,209Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lincoln Park Tower

1330 Richmond RdOttawa, ON K2B 8J6
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Meadowbrook Place
$1,299 - $1,999Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Meadowbrook Place

1845 Baseline RdOttawa, ON K2C 3K4
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Elgin Square Apartments
$1,299 - $1,8991 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Elgin Square Apartments

475 Elgin StOttawa, ON K2P 2E6
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The Maples Apartments
$1,299 - $1,699Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Maples Apartments

1720 Baseline RdOttawa, ON K2C 0B9
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Merivale Manor
$1,299 - $1,799Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Merivale Manor

1220 Merivale RdOttawa, ON K1Z 8P2
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The Park West
$1,349 - $2,799Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Park West

30 Mcewen AveOttawa, ON K2B 5K8
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Saguenay Apartments
$1,429 - $2,149Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Saguenay Apartments

270 Somerset St WOttawa, ON K2P 0J7
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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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The Faircrest
$1,489 - $2,399Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Faircrest

1833 Frobisher LnOttawa, ON K1G 0E8
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Bronson Place South
$1,495 - $2,0001 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bronson Place South

440 Gloucester StOttawa, ON K1R 5E9
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The Voyageur Apartments
$1,499 - $1,7991 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Voyageur Apartments

320 Croydon AveOttawa, ON K2B 5P3
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Petries Landing I
$1,512 - $7,280Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Petries Landing I

140-180 Prestige CirOttawa, ON K4A 1K4
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Castleview
$1,529 - $2,2991 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Castleview

1755 Frobisher LnOttawa, ON K1G 3T6
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The Delaware
$1,539 - $1,7991 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Delaware

2850 Cedarwood DrOttawa, ON K1V 8Y4
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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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Richlin Apartments
$1,559 - $2,1491 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Richlin Apartments

1500 Walkley RdOttawa, ON K1V 0H8
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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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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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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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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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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

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 $1,299.

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 $2,324.

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 236 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 $370 which is $1,954 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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Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!

Written by: Robin Stewart

Where do you see yourself? When you think of home, sweet home, are you in a 3/2 apartment? Dreaming of a tall townhome? Maybe an industrial loft heavy on cool vibes is on your visioning board.

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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.

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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.

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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.