Cheap Apartments for Rent in Ottawa, ON from $500 with Washer/Dryer (29 Rentals)

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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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$1,700

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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2010 Cassandra St

OttawaONK0A 3H0
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Stratford
$1,145 - $1,589Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Stratford

1186 Meadowlands DrOttawa, ON K2E 6J5

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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Petries Landing I
$1,151 - $7,810Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Petries Landing I

140-180 Prestige CirOttawa, ON K4A 1K4
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Recital – 36 Robinson
$1,425 - $4,017Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Recital – 36 Robinson

36 Robinson AvOttawa, ON K1N 8N9
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Parkwood Hills
$1,470 - $2,415Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Parkwood Hills

1343 Meadowlands DrOttawa, ON K2E 6K6
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Elgin Street Apartments
$1,499 - $3,599Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Elgin Street Apartments

149 Maclaren StOttawa, ON K2P 0K8
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Station 27
$1,535 - $2,380Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Station 27

1155 Joseph Cyr StOttawa, ON K1J 7T4
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169 Lisgar St.
$1,550 - $2,450Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

169 Lisgar St.

169 Lisgar StOttawa, ON K2P 0C3
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Carlton West
$1,575 - $3,620Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Carlton West

1655 Carling AvOttawa, ON K2A 0Y2
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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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McRae
$1,600 - $2,450Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

McRae

315 McRae AveOttawa, ON K1Z 0B9
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23 Chapleau Ave.
$1,600 - $2,5001 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

23 Chapleau Ave.

23 Chapleau AvOttawa, ON K1M 1E1
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630 Churchill Av N
$1,700Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

630 Churchill Av N

630 Churchill Av NOttawa, ON K1Z 5E8
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460 St-Laurent
$1,700 - $3,6201 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

460 St-Laurent

460 St Laurent BlvdOttawa, ON K1K 2Z6
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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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Aalto
$1,520 - $2,485Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Aalto

10 Jos-Montferrand StGatineau, QC J8X 0E2
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Ottawa, ON Local Guide

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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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 the Cheapest Studio apartment in Ottawa?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Ottawa is at Petries Landing I listed at $1,238.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ottawa Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ottawa Apartment is $1,115 at 27 Lucerne.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ottawa Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ottawa is starting from $1,329 at 27 Lucerne.

What is the most affordable Ottawa Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Ottawa Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Aura Rivermead and starts from $1,833.

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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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.