Cheap Apartments for Rent in Ottawa, ON from C$800 with Swimming Pool (19 Rentals)

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Lord Richmond
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C$1,315 - C$1,490Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Lord Richmond

851 Richmond RdOttawa, ON K2A 3X2
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The Ascot
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C$1,379 - C$1,889Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Ascot

2710 Saratoga PlOttawa, ON K1T 1Z2
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The Woodbine
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C$1,379 - C$1,499Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Woodbine

2750 Carousel CresOttawa, ON K1T 1Z5
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Windfields III
C$1,499 - C$1,7791 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Windfields III

1170 Fisher AveOttawa, ON K1Z 5R7
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Edgeworth
C$1,595 - C$2,0651 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Edgeworth

810 Edgeworth AveOttawa, ON K2B 7Y3
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Windfields
C$1,699 - C$2,9991 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Windfields

1140-1150 Fisher AveOttawa, ON K1Z 5R7
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Saguenay Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Saguenay Apartments

270 Somerset St WOttawa, ON K2P 0J7
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The Delaware
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Delaware

2850 Cedarwood DrOttawa, ON K1V 8Y4
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Richlin Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Richlin Apartments

1500 Walkley RdOttawa, ON K1V 0H8
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The Aventura
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Aventura

18-20 Deerfield DrOttawa, ON K2G 4L2
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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$1,399.

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$3,524.

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 327 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$809 which is C$2,715 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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.