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Ridgeview Apartments

Centretown Place

Rideau Terrace Apartments

The Park West

Cartier Square Apartments

Gloucester Place

Crystal Arms Apartments

The Brant

Island Park Towers III

197 Cumberland

The Arosa

60 Daly Avenue – Canadiana Apartments

Tiffany Apartments

The Acadian

The Carson

Greenbank Towers

260-1/2 Dalhousie Avenue

335 Cooper St. – The Carillon

57 Bayswater

Gloucester Apartments

1991-1995 St Laurent Blvd

McArthur Apartments

Mayview Towers

1425 Rosenthal

Parkwood Hills

Recital – 36 Robinson

1322 McWatters Rd. – The Pinecrest

Carlington Heights

Saguenay Apartments

Riverbank Apartments

The Cardinal

Chanteclair Apartments

Riverview Place Apartments

Bronson Place South

Augusta Apartments

240 Stewart

Riverflow Residences

The Edgedale

The Oaks Apartments

385 Besserer St. – The Belgarde Apartments

Rideau Park Towers

Gilboa Place

341 MacLaren St.

161 Presland Rd.

199 Holland Ave.

Richlin Apartments

341 Flora

Kenson Towers
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ottawa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Ottawa Studio Apartments | $1,615 | $750 | $2,918 |
| Cheap Ottawa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,097 | $550 | $5,155 |
| Cheap Ottawa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,758 | $1,075 | $6,355 |
| Cheap Ottawa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,484 | $740 | $7,161 |
| Cheap Ottawa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,523 | $525 | $9,359 |
| Ottawa 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,631 | $1,125 | $7,250 |
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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 which is listed at $1,115, while the average apartment in Ottawa costs $3,855.
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 349 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 $441 which is $3,414 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

Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent
Written by: Robin Stewart
Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back
Written by: Lauren Harrington
I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.