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$1,200

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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property at 3 Water St

$1,475 - $1,500

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3 Water St

St CatharinesONL2R 4T6
property at 187 Church St

$1,513

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187 Church St

St CatharinesONL2R 3E8

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St Catharines, ON Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in St Catharines, ON

Pricing Updated: 04/16/2026

Current apartment rentals in the St Catharines, ON area range in price from $461 to $7,641 with an overall median price of $2,689. The three St Catharines neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are East District at $945, South Louth Western Hills at $945, and Central District at $461. Here is today’s list of the top 6 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for St Catharines Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
East District$2,195$94526
South Louth Western Hills$2,207$94527
Central District$2,235$46143
Merritton$2,275$94533
North District$2,399$46176
Marsdale$4,828$1,1592

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 $1,145. Galeview Apartments in the Central District neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,195. Here is today’s list of the most affordable St Catharines apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
82 Church St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,145
Galeview ApartmentsJr. 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,195
143 Westchester AveBachelor1BR,1BA$1,300
43 Ormond Street SouthBachelorStudio,1BA$1,300
Westchester CrescentBachelorStudio,1BA$1,349
Camelot Towers1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,375
165 Ontario165 Ontario - Plan EStudio,1BA$1,449
The CarlisleStudent BachelorStudio,1BA$1,500
260 Grantham Ave1 Bedroom Model1BR,1BA$1,500
1 Eastchester Avenue1B/1B1BR,1BA$1,500

Best Value Apartments for Rent in St Catharines, ON

As of April 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the St Catharines area is the $0.32 price per square foot 4-Br Model at Regent Student Living in the in the Central District neighborhood starting from $789. The second greatest value St Catharines apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Briarfield Estates - North starting at $2,399 with a $1.53 price per square foot in the North District neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for St Catharines apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Regent Student Living4-Br4BR,2BA$0.32
Briarfield Estates - North2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.53
The Prince2 Bed, 1.5 Bath2BR,1.5BA$2.25
St. Lawrence Village2 Bed 1 Bath B 33-39 Leaside & 60-64 Windward2BR,1BA$2.21
Hillcrest Terrace2 Bed 1 Bath A2BR,1BA$1.98
40 Front St2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.23
Galeview Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.75
Oakdale Heights2 Bed 1 Bath A2BR,1BA$2.21
Camelot Towers1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.96
82 Church St2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.18

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Frequently Asked Questions about St Catharines

What type of rentals are currently available in St Catharines?

There are currently 234 Apartments for Rent in St Catharines, ON with pricing that ranges from $461 to $14,134. There are also 278 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in St Catharines ranging from $999 to $3,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in St Catharines?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in St Catharines ranges from $999 to $3,800 with an average monthly rent of $2,355.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in St Catharines?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in St Catharines range from $1,850 to $14,134, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,595 to $2,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,159.

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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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.