
Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Neighborhood of Ottawa, ON from C$1,300 (23 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Downtown area of Ottawa.


528-528 MacLaren St

453-453 Lewis St

429-429 Kent St
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462-462 Bronson Ave

456-456 Bronson Ave

80 Daly Ave

331 Catherine St

420 Arlington Ave

429-429 Kent St

16-16 Orangeville St

475-475 Laurier Ave W

203-203 Catherine St

360-360 Deschâtelets Ave.
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21-221 James St

199-199 Slater St.

2-381 COOPER St

242-242 Rideau St
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211-211 Besserer St

211-1211 Besserer St

256-1256 Rideau St

211-B211 Besserer St

475-1475 Laurier Ave W
Downtown, Ottawa, ON Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Downtown 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | C$3,032 | C$1,925 | C$7,500 |
Downtown 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | C$3,243 | C$2,385 | C$4,099 |
Downtown 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | C$4,000 | C$4,000 | C$4,000 |
Downtown 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | C$5,500 | C$5,500 | C$5,500 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Neighborhood of Ottawa, ON.
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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 Sadler's Court Apartments priced from C$1,299. Sandy Hill Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from C$1,349. Here are the most affordable Downtown apartments for rent in Ottawa, ON:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Sadler's Court Apartments | Bachelor | Studio,1BA | C$1,299 |
Sandy Hill Apartments | Small Bachelor with A/C | Studio,1BA | C$1,349 |
Laurier Apartments | Bachelor | Studio,1BA | C$1,349 |
Gloucester Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | C$1,399 |
214 Metcalfe | 214 Metcalfe St - Plan C | Studio,1BA | C$1,399 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown, ON
As of July 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown area is the C$2.15 price per square foot 2 Bedrooms Model at 435 Albert St. – Domaine 435 in the in the Downtown neighborhood starting from C$2,300. The second greatest value Downtown apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at 50 Laurier starting at C$1,979 with a C$2.40 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. |
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435 Albert St. – Domaine 435 | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,2BA | C$2.15 |
50 Laurier | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | C$2.40 |
Kenson Towers | Renovated one bedroom | 1BR,1BA | C$2.76 |
Sandringham | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | C$2.67 |
60 Daly Avenue – Canadiana Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | C$2.64 |
Milieu Modern Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | C$3.00 |
212 ½ - 216 ½ Bank | Bank St - Plan A | 1BR,1BA | C$2.44 |
Sussex House | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | C$2.76 |
360 Frank St. – The Edwardian | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | C$2.60 |
Somerset Manor/ Le Quai D'Orsay | One Bedroom w Balcony | 1BR,1BA | C$2.85 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown?
There are currently 793 Apartments for Rent in Downtown, ON with pricing that ranges from C$800 to C$5,200. There are also 128 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown ranging from C$1,350 to C$7,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown ranges from C$1,350 to C$7,500 with an average monthly rent of C$3,314.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown range from C$2,349 to C$3,179, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from C$2,385 to C$4,099. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from C$4,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at C$4,000.
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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