
Cheap Homes for Rent in East Central Neighborhood of Ottawa, ON from $800 (221 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the East Central area of Ottawa.


456 Bronson Ave

456 Bronson Ave

456 Bronson Ave

456 Bronson Ave

456 Bronson Ave

456 Bronson Ave

61 Parent Ave

61 Parent Ave

61 Parent Ave
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61 Parent Ave

228 Lebreton St N

228 Lebreton St N

1843 Prestwick Dr

1843 Prestwick Dr

466 O'Connor St

466 O'Connor St

144 Keefer St

144 Keefer St

47 Riverdale Ave
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47 Riverdale Ave

240 Marier Ave

240 Marier Ave

773 May St

773 May St

117 Strathcona Ave

117 Strathcona Ave

98 Queen Mary St

98 Queen Mary St

50 Selkirk St
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250 Shakespeare St

250 Shakespeare St

456 Bronson Ave

456 Bronson Ave

324 Cambridge St N

324 Cambridge St N

172 Cobourg St

172 Cobourg St

64 Cobourg St

64 Cobourg St
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2175 Martha Ave

2175 Martha Ave

704 Claude St

704 Claude St

263 MacLaren St

360 Deschâtelets Ave.

979 N Russell Rd

979 N Russell Rd

360 Deschâtelets Ave.

360 Deschâtelets Ave.
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East Central, Ottawa, ON Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in East Central?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Central 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,467 | $1,800 | $4,900 |
| East Central 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,820 | $2,000 | $6,450 |
| East Central 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,894 | $2,980 | $6,500 |
| East Central 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,376 | $4,000 | $10,000+ |
| East Central 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,679 | $895 | $5,500 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 221 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Central Neighborhood of Ottawa, ON.
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Cheapest Available East Central Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Central area of Ottawa, ON is a 3 Beds unit found at Theo priced from $740. Petries Landing I has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,151. Here are the most affordable East Central apartments for rent in Ottawa, ON:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Theo | 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom | 3BR,2BA | $740 |
| Petries Landing I | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,151 |
| Prince of Wales Complex | Bachelor | Studio,1BA | $1,299 |
| 145 Stewart St. – The Statesman | Bachelor | Studio,1BA | $1,299 |
| 50 Selkirk | 50 Selkirk - Plan A | Studio,1BA | $1,302 |
| 255 Stewart Street | Studio Promotion for 8 Months | Studio,1BA | $1,309 |
| 324 Cambridge | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,328 |
| Centretown Place | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,349 |
| 350 Mayfield | Bachelor | Studio,1BA | $1,371 |
| 214 Metcalfe | 214 Metcalfe St - Plan B | Studio,1BA | $1,399 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Central, ON
As of May 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Central area is the $1.84 price per square foot 3 Beds, 1 Baths Model at Aspen Village Townhomes in the in the East Central neighborhood starting from $2,590. The second greatest value East Central apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at Forestview Townhomes starting at $2,420 with a $2.02 price per square foot in the East Central neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Central apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aspen Village Townhomes | 3 Beds, 1 Baths | 3BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Forestview Townhomes | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| The Faircrest | 2 Bedroom G | 2BR,2BA | $2.10 |
| Petries Landing I | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.25 |
| 641-649 Rideau St | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| Riverview Place Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| Rideau Terrace Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Saint-James | Two Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| 60 Daly Avenue – Canadiana Apartments | Bachelor | Studio ,1BA | $1.87 |
| Cyrville Towers | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
Frequently Asked Questions about East Central
What type of rentals are currently available in East Central?
There are currently 2032 Apartments for Rent in East Central, ON with pricing that ranges from $740 to $9,344. There are also 855 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Central ranging from $895 to $10,900.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Central?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Central ranges from $895 to $10,900 with an average monthly rent of $3,275.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in East Central?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Central range from $740 to $7,290, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,000 to $6,450. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,980 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $979.
Expert Rental Resources
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