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$1,286 - $2,743Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
324 Cambridge
324 Cambridge St NOttawa, ON K1R 7B2
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Neighborhood of Ottawa, ON from $600 (21 Rentals)
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494 Somerset St W
OttawaONK1R 5J8
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Sandy Hill Apartments
353 Friel StOttawa, ON K1H 5M5
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$1,339 - $1,499Studio Apartments Available Now
Laurier Apartments
245 Laurier Av EOttawa, ON K1N 6P7
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139 Stewart St
OttawaONK1N 6J2
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$1,399 - $2,249Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Gloucester Apartments
230 Gloucester StOttawa, ON K2P 0A9
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149 MacLaren
149 Maclaren StOttawa, ON K2P 0K8
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250-254 Cooper StOttawa, ON K2P 1P9
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384 MacLaren St. – Shorncliffe Apartments
384-386 Maclaren StOttawa, ON K2P 0M8
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Downtown, Ottawa, ON Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Studio Apartments | $1,619 | $1,286 | $2,520 |
| Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,051 | $787 | $3,290 |
| Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,650 | $656 | $5,500 |
| Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,743 | $2,743 | $2,743 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown area of Ottawa, ON is a Studio unit found at 324 Cambridge priced from $1,286. Laurier Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,339. Here are the most affordable Downtown apartments for rent in Ottawa, ON:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 324 Cambridge | 324 Cambridge - Plan A | Studio,1BA | $1,286 |
| Laurier Apartments | Bachelor | Studio,1BA | $1,339 |
| 425 Elgin | Studio Promotion for 8 Months | Studio,1BA | $1,349 |
| Sandy Hill Apartments | Small Bachelor with A/C | Studio,1BA | $1,349 |
| 149 MacLaren | Studio Promotion for 8 Months | Studio,1BA | $1,399 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown, ON
As of November 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown area is the $2.44 price per square foot 3 Bedroom. Model at 53 Maclaren St in the in the Downtown neighborhood starting from $2,690. The second greatest value Downtown apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Sandringham starting at $1,989 with a $1.86 price per square foot in the Downtown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 53 Maclaren St | 3 Bedroom. | 3BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| Sandringham | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| 435 Albert St. – Domaine 435 | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,2BA | $2.15 |
| 50 Laurier | 1 Bedroom + Den | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 |
| 214 Metcalfe | 214 Metcalfe St - Plan J | 1BR,1BA | $2.40 |
| 60 Daly Avenue – Canadiana Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| Sussex House | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
| King Edward Avenue | 485 King Edward - Plan A | 1BR,1BA | $2.46 |
| The Lamplighter | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.74 |
| Gloucester Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.54 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown is under $1,499.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown is Enfield Apartments which is listed at $1,399, while the average apartment in Downtown costs $2,743.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown?
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 15 regular apartments in Downtown that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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Written by: Trey Huguley
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