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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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Saratoga Place
$1,575 - $1,9991 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 1

Saratoga Place

2700 Saratoga Place StOttawa, ON K1T 1W4
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The Woodbine
$1,5751 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

The Woodbine

2750 Carousel CresOttawa, ON K1T 1Z5
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Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

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Lord Richmond
$1,6251 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Lord Richmond

851 Richmond RdOttawa, ON K2A 3X2
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Riviera Gate
$1,649 - $1,9451 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 31

Riviera Gate

1300-1310 Mcwatters RdOttawa, ON K2C 3N8
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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

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property at 2448 Carling Ave

$1,650 - $1,850

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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2448 Carling Ave

OttawaONK2B 7H3
property at 630 Cummings Ave

$1,500 - $1,850

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

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630 Cummings Ave

OttawaONK1K 2K6
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Edgeworth
$1,6651 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 7

Edgeworth

810 Edgeworth AveOttawa, ON K2B 7Y3
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Champlain Towers
$1,685 - $2,1901 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability

Champlain Towers

200 Rideau TerOttawa, ON K1M 0Z2
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Windfields
$1,689 - $2,1271 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 1

Windfields

1140-1150 Fisher AveOttawa, ON K1Z 5R7
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property at 235 Bay St

$1,625 - $1,700

1 Bedroom Rentals

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235 Bay St

OttawaONK1R 5Z2
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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 $1,329.

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 159 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 $425 which is $5,037 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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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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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.