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Champlain Towers
from C$1,515Studio Apartments Available Now

Champlain Towers

200 Rideau TerOttawa, ON K1M 0Z2
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Wentworth Arms
from C$1,479Studio Apartments Available Now

Wentworth Arms

525 Wentworth AveOttawa, ON K2B 8E5
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Saratoga Place
from C$1,349Studio Apartments Available Now

Saratoga Place

2700 Saratoga Place StOttawa, ON K1T 1W4
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Riviera Gate
from C$1,399Studio Apartments Available Now

Riviera Gate

1300-1310 Mcwatters RdOttawa, ON K2C 3N8
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Lord Richmond
from C$1,325Studio Apartments Available Now

Lord Richmond

851 Richmond RdOttawa, ON K2A 3X2
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Ottawa Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: June 14, 2025

There are currently 280 available Studio apartment units in Ottawa, ON neighborhoods that range in price from C$1,050 to C$2,283. Heres is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Ottawa with the most available Studio apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Nepean Kanata101C$1,544C$1,050
East Central81C$1,535C$1,199
Westboro52C$1,600C$1,050
Downtown46C$1,520C$1,199

Largest Available Ottawa Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in Ottawa, ON is found at Kenson Towers in the Downtown neighborhood and is 594 square feet priced from C$1,520. Recital 36 Robinson in the East Central neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 593 square feet and currently listed start at C$1,750. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Ottawa:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Kenson TowersStudio594 Sq FtC$1,520
Recital 36 RobinsonStudio 0C593 Sq FtC$1,750
THE MET0-01_mt585 Sq FtC$2,280
Castle Towers0 Bedroom(s) and 1 Bathroom(s)516 Sq FtC$1,599
192 Bronson Ave. – The BeckettBachelor513 Sq FtC$1,750
Avalon Park2470 Southvale - Plan B505 Sq FtC$1,609
Vista Local0 Bedroom(s) and 1 Bathroom(s)502 Sq FtC$1,704
The SlayteThe Sparks499 Sq FtC$1,819
One80five0 Beds, 1 Baths445 Sq FtC$1,898

Cheapest Available Ottawa Studio Apartments

As of June 14, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Ottawa, ON is the 27 Lucerne - Plan A Model starting from C$1,050 at 27 Lucerne & 87 Vanier in the Nepean Kanata neighborhood. The second most affordable Ottawa Studio is the Bachelor Model at 145 Stewart St. – The Statesman starting at C$1,299 in the Downtown neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Ottawa is currently C$1,616. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Ottawa:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
27 Lucerne & 87 Vanier27 Lucerne - Plan AC$1,050
145 Stewart St. – The StatesmanBachelorC$1,299
60 Daly Avenue – Canadiana ApartmentsBachelorC$1,299
Lord RichmondBachelorC$1,325
Saratoga PlaceBachelorC$1,349
Sandy Hill ApartmentsMedium BachelorC$1,349
King Edward Avenue485 King Edward - Plan AC$1,399
384 MacLaren St. – Shorncliffe ApartmentsStudioC$1,399
Gloucester ApartmentsStudioC$1,399
Riviera GateBachelorC$1,399

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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 27 Lucerne & 87 Vanier listed at C$1,050.

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

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Ottawa is C$1,616.

What is the largest available Studio Ottawa Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Ottawa is a 594 square feet unit starting from C$1,520 at Kenson Towers.

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

The average size for a Studio rental in Ottawa is currently 396 sq ft.

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