Studio Apartments for Rent in Ottawa, ON (756 Rentals)

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C$1,499Studio Apartments Available Now

Colonel By Towers

315 Holmwood AvOttawa, ON K1S 2R2
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851 Richmond RdOttawa, ON K2A 3X2
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Ottawa Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: August 27, 2025

There are currently 168 available Studio apartment units in Ottawa, ON neighborhoods that range in price from C$1,149 to C$2,870. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Ottawa with the most available Studio apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Nepean Kanata62C$1,550C$1,149
East Central47C$1,550C$1,185
Westboro33C$1,649C$1,219
Downtown26C$1,590C$1,185

Largest Available Ottawa Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in Ottawa, ON is found at William's Court C in the Nepean Kanata neighborhood and is 650 square feet priced from C$1,995. Kenson Towers in the Downtown neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 594 square feet and currently listed start at C$1,520. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Ottawa:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
William's Court CBachelor650 Sq FtC$1,995
Kenson TowersStudio594 Sq FtC$1,520
The Woods at 180 Kanata Avenue1A565 Sq FtC$1,895
Castle Towers0 Bedroom(s) and 1 Bathroom(s)516 Sq FtC$1,419
JGRStudio Apartment514 Sq FtCall for Rates
THE MET0-06_mt509 Sq FtC$1,930
Vista Local0 Bedroom(s) and 1 Bathroom(s)502 Sq FtC$1,579
The SlayteThe Sparks499 Sq FtC$1,799
Colonel By TowersBachelor495 Sq FtC$1,499
One80five0 Beds, 1 Baths445 Sq FtC$1,899

Cheapest Available Ottawa Studio Apartments

As of August 27, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Ottawa, ON is the 0 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Model starting from C$1,179 at The Cardinal in the East Central neighborhood. The second most affordable Ottawa Studio is the 0 Bedroom(s) and 1 Bathroom(s) Model at York Towers starting at C$1,279 . The average price for all Studio apartments in Ottawa is currently C$1,629. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Ottawa:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Cardinal0 Bedroom, 1 BathroomC$1,179
York Towers0 Bedroom(s) and 1 Bathroom(s)C$1,279
145 Stewart St. – The StatesmanBachelorC$1,299
Laurier ApartmentsBachelorC$1,299
Sandy Hill ApartmentsMedium BachelorC$1,329
Island Park TowersBachelorC$1,369
Pinewood Heights0 Bedroom(s) and 1 Bathroom(s)C$1,399
Castle Towers0 Bedroom(s) and 1 Bathroom(s)C$1,419
Carlington HeightsBachelorC$1,425
Britannia ParkBritannia (368, 372 Zephyr) - Bach Plan AC$1,449

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Ottawa Overview

As the capital city of Canada, Ottawa, ON has a thriving job market and cultural scene. Thats what draws many people to seek rental homes and apartments in Ottawa when they first move here. Its a family-friendly city with annual festivals and a good school system. Ottawa also offers a lower cost of living than any of the nations comparable metropolitan areas. 

Why live in Ottawa, ON?

Ottawa has a provincial land transfer tax, but not a municipal one. This makes a major difference in the cost of living in Ottawa compared to many other Canadian metro areas. Apartments in Ottawa cost several hundred dollars per month less than comparable rentals in Toronto or Vancouver, for example. Ottawa has a little bit of something for everyone. The Downtown and Little Town areas provide a bounty of museums, theatres, parks, landmarks, eateries, and nightclubs. 

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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Ottawa Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Ottawa with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in Ottawa is at The Cardinal listed at C$1,179.

How much is the average rent for a Studio Ottawa Apartment?

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Ottawa is C$1,629.

What is the largest available Studio Ottawa Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Ottawa is a 650 square feet unit starting from C$1,995 at William's Court C.

What is the average size for Ottawa Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in Ottawa is currently 387 sq ft.

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