
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Richmond, ON from $500 (78 Rentals)
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Baseline

Arbor Village Hollington

1196 Shillington

Château golf

324 Cambridge

Lord Richmond

Kanata Lakes

Phoenix Apartments

The Dale
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1276 Dorchester

Windfields III

218 Maclaren

Bromley Square

Avalon Park

Aspen Towers

Parkway Towers

Castle Towers

Parkway Park

Forest Ridge
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King Edward Avenue

Gemini Tower

Riviera Gate

Crystal Beach

Britannia by the Bay

Edgeworth

Story of Rideau & Chapel

Island Park Towers

The Slayte

Aalto II
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Wentworth Arms

Windfields

90 Champagne Ave. S. – The Lennox

LIV Apartments

1230-1240 Emperor

The Duchess

Pinewood Heights

Deschenes Court - Moodie - Accora Village

Orion - Accora Village

Rhythm
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Playfair Residences

Centrepointe Union

Vista Local

The Woods at 180 Kanata Avenue

William Mosgrove Tower

945 Admiral Ave

858 Bronson Ave

Lincoln Park Tower

The Park West

57 Bayswater
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Richmond, ON Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Richmond?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Richmond Studio Apartments | $1,569 | $1,050 | $2,180 |
| Richmond 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,024 | $1,115 | $5,155 |
| Richmond 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,704 | $1,075 | $4,495 |
| Richmond 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,333 | $1,295 | $3,264 |
| Richmond 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,338 | $525 | $3,499 |
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Cheapest Available Richmond Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Richmond, ON is a 4 Beds unit found at Woodroffe Place in the Nepean Kanata neighborhood priced from $525. 27 Lucerne in the Nepean Kanata neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Richmond apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodroffe Place | 4 Bedroom x 3 Bathroom (Roomies) | 4BR,3BA | $525 |
| 27 Lucerne | 27 Lucerne - Studio Plan A | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| Château golf | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,321 |
| 324 Cambridge | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,328 |
| Kanata Lakes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,369 |
| The Dale | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| 1276 Dorchester | 1 Bedroom Promotional Price For First 8 Months* | 1BR,1BA | $1,399 |
| Arbor Village Hollington | Hollington - Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,399 |
| 218 Maclaren | 1 Bedroom Promotional Price For First 8 Months* | 1BR,1BA | $1,442 |
| Aspen Towers | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Richmond, ON and Nearby
As of June 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Richmond area is the $0.61 price per square foot 4 Bedroom x 3 Bathroom Model at Woodroffe Place in the in the Nepean Kanata neighborhood starting from $1,060. The second greatest value Richmond apartment is the Penthouse Model at Baseline starting at $2,895 with a $2.11 price per square foot in the Nepean Kanata neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Richmond apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Woodroffe Place | 4 Bedroom x 3 Bathroom | 4BR,3BA | $0.61 |
| Baseline | Penthouse | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| Mountshannon | Ledgestone Flat - Lower Floor | 2BR,2BA | $1.95 |
| Château golf | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| 122 Conservancy Dr | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.20 |
| Williams Court D & G | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| Luma | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
| Richmond Park Square | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.27 |
| Richlin Apartments | 2 Bedroom B | 2BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| The Dale | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Richmond Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Richmond?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Richmond is at 27 Lucerne listed at $1,050.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Richmond Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Richmond Apartment is $1,115 at 27 Lucerne.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Richmond Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Richmond is starting from $1,329 at 27 Lucerne.
What is the most affordable Richmond Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Richmond Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Parkway Park and starts from $2,439.
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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent
Written by: Robin Stewart
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.