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Cheap Apartments in Ottawa.

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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 Carson
$1,449 - $2,250Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Carson

141 Cooper StOttawa, ON K2P OE8
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The Oaks Apartments
$1,474 - $1,8741 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Oaks Apartments

2975-2995 Albion RdOttawa, ON K1V 8Z2
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Richlin Apartments
$1,484 - $1,9641 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Richlin Apartments

1500 Walkley RdOttawa, ON K1V 0H8
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Pleasant Park
$1,499 - $2,084Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pleasant Park

2035 Othello AvOttawa, ON K1G 3P6
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Saint-James
$1,399 - $1,7991 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Saint-James

333-431 Rue Saint-JamesGatineau, QC J8P 3N7
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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 $1,321.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Ottawa?

The cheapest apartment in Ottawa is 27 Lucerne & 87 Vanier which is listed at $1,115, while the average apartment in Ottawa costs $2,647.

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 415 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 $555 which is $2,092 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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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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.

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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.