Cheap Homes for Rent in East Central Neighborhood of Ottawa, ON from $800 (139 Rentals)

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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 Studio unit found at The Cardinal priced from $1,109. 50 Selkirk has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,289. Here are the most affordable East Central apartments for rent in Ottawa, ON:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Cardinal0 Bedroom, 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$1,109
50 Selkirk50 Selkirk - Plan AStudio,1BA$1,289
Saratoga PlaceBachelorStudio,1BA$1,299
Saint-JamesTwo Bedroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1,300
350 Mayfield350 Mayfield - Plan AStudio,1BA$1,307
324 Cambridge324 Cambridge - Plan AStudio,1BA$1,312
Laurier ApartmentsBachelorStudio,1BA$1,339
425 ElginStudio Promotion for 8 MonthsStudio,1BA$1,349
Sandy Hill ApartmentsSmall Bachelor with A/CStudio,1BA$1,349
Champlain TowersBachelorStudio,1BA$1,395

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Central, ON

As of November 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Central area is the $1.86 price per square foot 3 Beds, 1 Baths Model at Forestview Townhomes in the in the East Central neighborhood starting from $2,675. The second greatest value East Central apartment is the 3 Beds, 1 Baths Model at Aspen Village Townhomes starting at $2,675 with a $1.90 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Forestview Townhomes3 Beds, 1 Baths3BR,1BA$1.86
Aspen Village Townhomes3 Beds, 1 Baths3BR,1BA$1.90
King Edward Avenue485 King Edward - Plan C2BR,1BA$1.98
Hunter’s Point Townhomes3 Beds, 1 Baths3BR,1BA$2.17
Ogilvie & ElmridgeOgilvie & Elmridge - Townhome B3BR,1BA$2.28
435 Albert St. – Domaine 4352 Bedrooms2BR,2BA$2.15
Saint-JamesTwo Bedroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1.73
Place du GolfTwo Bedroom Apartment - 703 Rue Asselin2BR,1BA$2.07
Gilboa Place1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.13
641-649 Rideau St1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.29

Frequently Asked Questions about East Central

What type of rentals are currently available in East Central?

There are currently 2006 Apartments for Rent in East Central, ON with pricing that ranges from $554 to $5,500. There are also 501 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Central ranging from $850 to $9,500.

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 $850 to $9,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,822.

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 $588 to $4,885, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,050 to $6,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $554.

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

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