Cheap Studio Apartments for Rent in Ottawa, ON from C$1,295 (76 Rentals)

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The Ascot
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C$1,299Studio Apartments Available Now

The Ascot

2710 Saratoga PlOttawa, ON K1T 1Z2
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The Woodbine
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C$1,329Studio Apartments Available Now

The Woodbine

2750 Carousel CresOttawa, ON K1T 1Z5
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Windfields III
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C$1,349Studio Apartments Available Now

Windfields III

1170 Fisher AveOttawa, ON K1Z 5R7
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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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379 Cooper St

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The Edgedale
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The Edgedale

2880 Cedarwood DrOttawa, ON K1V 8Y5
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Commodore
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Commodore

1124-1130 Meadowlands DrOttawa, ON K2E 6H9
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Stratford
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Stratford

1186 Meadowlands DrOttawa, ON K2E 6J5
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Croydon Apartments
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Croydon Apartments

201 Mcleod StOttawa, ON K2P 0Z9
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Lincoln Park Tower
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Lincoln Park Tower

1330 Richmond RdOttawa, ON K2B 8J6
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50 Selkirk
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50 Selkirk

50 Selkirk StOttawa, ON K1L 6M9
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350 Mayfield
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350 Mayfield

350 Mayfield StOttawa, ON K1L 7W1
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Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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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 C$1,334.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Ottawa?

The cheapest apartment in Ottawa is 50 Selkirk which is listed at C$1,289, while the average apartment in Ottawa costs C$3,474.

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 315 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 C$767 which is C$2,707 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Ottawa.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.