
Cheap Apartments for Rent in St Catharines, ON from $500 (10 Rentals)
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St Catharines, ON Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in St Catharines?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap St Catharines Studio Apartments | $1,468 | $1,150 | $1,769 |
| Cheap St Catharines 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,608 | $550 | $2,415 |
| Cheap St Catharines 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,809 | $1,189 | $2,755 |
| Cheap St Catharines 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,350 | $1,800 | $4,088 |
| Cheap St Catharines 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,159 | $1,159 | $1,159 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in St Catharines, ON
Pricing Updated: 12/12/2025Current apartment rentals in the St Catharines, ON area range in price from $550 to $14,936 with an overall median price of $6,413. The three St Catharines neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are East District at $1,195, Central District at $550, and North District at $550. Here is today’s list of the top 6 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for St Catharines Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| East District | $2,100 | $1,195 | 33 |
| Central District | $2,122 | $550 | 48 |
| North District | $2,125 | $550 | 64 |
| South Louth Western Hills | $2,260 | $1,150 | 30 |
| Marsdale | $14,936 | $1,159 | 36 |
| Merritton | $14,936 | $1,159 | 38 |
Cheapest Available St Catharines Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in St Catharines, ON is a 1 Bed unit found at 82 Church St in the Central District neighborhood priced from $1,195. Galeview Apartments in the Central District neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,245. Here is today’s list of the most affordable St Catharines apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 82 Church St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| Galeview Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,245 |
| Squire Court Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in St Catharines, ON
As of December 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the St Catharines area is the $0.33 price per square foot 3-Br Model at Regent Student Living in the in the Central District neighborhood starting from $825. The second greatest value St Catharines apartment is the 3-bedroom Model at Regent Student Living starting at $825 with a $0.33 price per square foot in the Central District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for St Catharines apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regent Student Living | 3-Br | 3BR,2BA | $0.33 |
| Regent Student Living | 3-bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.33 |
| Briarfield Estates - North | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Briarfield Estates - South | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| Camelot Towers | 2 bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| St. Lawrence Village | 2 Bed 1 Bath A 60 & 64 Windward | 2BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| Glenridge Avenue Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| Crown Tower Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Linden Court | 1 Bed 1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $2.18 |
| Squire Court Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap St Catharines Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in St Catharines?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in St Catharines is under $1,670.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in St Catharines?
The cheapest apartment in St Catharines is 82 Church St which is listed at $1,195, while the average apartment in St Catharines costs $6,413.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in St Catharines?
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 45 regular apartments in St Catharines that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in St Catharines?
Cheap apartments in St Catharines have an average cost of $603 which is $5,810 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in St Catharines.
Expert Rental Resources
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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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!

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The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

