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28 Hepbourne St

TorontoONM6H 1J9

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property at 224 St George St

224 St George St

TorontoONM5R 2N9
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Toronto, ON

Pricing Updated: 06/13/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Toronto, ON area range in price from C$895 to C$19,000 with an overall median price of C$3,713. The three Toronto neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Rouge at C$1,000, West Hill at C$1,650, and Woodbine Lumsden at C$1,850. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Toronto Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
RougeC$1,650C$1,0002
West HillC$1,837C$1,6501
Woodbine LumsdenC$1,850C$1,8501
Stonegate QueenswayC$2,195C$2,1951
Agincourt MalvernC$2,292C$1,6505
MorningsideC$2,600C$1,80010
WoburnC$2,600C$1,80022
AlderwoodC$2,770C$1,70045
Elms Old RexdaleC$2,799C$1,79940
Mt Olive JamestownC$2,800C$1,76017

Cheapest Available Toronto Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Toronto, ON is a Studio unit found at Bradley Court in the Church Yonge Corridor neighborhood priced from C$1,045. Bradley Courts in the Church Yonge Corridor neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from C$1,150. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Toronto apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Bradley CourtBachelorStudio,1BAC$1,045
Bradley CourtsBachelorStudio,1BAC$1,150
25 Mabelle1 Bedroom1BR,1BAC$1,250
103 Spadina RdPrivate RoomStudio,1BAC$1,250
Carrying Place VistaBachelor Unit1BR,1BAC$1,313
40 Beaty AvStudioStudio,1BAC$1,345
1011 Lansdowne Ave ApartmentsStudeioStudio,1BAC$1,350
Islington Apartments0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BAC$1,485
WELLESLEY APARTMENTSStudio, 1 BathroomStudio,1BAC$1,500
JARVIS COURT APARTMENTSBachelorStudio,1BAC$1,500

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Toronto, ON

As of June 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Toronto area is the C$1.65 price per square foot 3 Beds, 1 Baths Model at Bloor and Havenwood Townhomes in the in the Mississauga Centre Streetsville neighborhood starting from C$2,995. The second greatest value Toronto apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Leaside Towers starting at C$3,300 with a C$2.04 price per square foot in the Banbury Don Mills York Mills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Toronto apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Bloor and Havenwood Townhomes3 Beds, 1 Baths3BR,1BAC$1.65
Leaside TowersThree Bedroom3BR,2BAC$2.04
Cassandra Townhomes3 Beds, 1 Baths3BR,1BAC$1.95
Lion's GateG12BR,1.5BAC$1.94
287 Markland Drive3 Bedrooms3BR,1BAC$2.10
Pickering Place Apartments3 Beds, 1 Baths3BR,1BAC$1.99
Bathville Towers2 Bedroom2BR,1BAC$2.22
101 Driftwood AveRenovated One Bedroom1BR,1BAC$2.10
53 Thorncliffe Park DriveOne Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BAC$2.08
156 Kingston Rd1 Bedroom1BR,1BAC$2.14

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Toronto Overview

Toronto is a fantastic place to call home. With thousands of available rentals all over the city, find your perfect new place with ease!

Why live in Toronto, ON?

There are a number of reasons that folks living in apartments in Toronto, and people in general, enjoy living in Toronto. It is a true melting pot of cultures, it has a variety of beautiful green spaces and entertainment options, and its a good place to get a job. Citizens of Toronto also enjoy a high quality of life, excellent health care and education prospects, and a high-octane public transportation system to get from A to B. If you enjoy that bustling big-city feel, Toronto is probably for you.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Toronto Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Toronto?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Toronto is at Bradley Court listed at C$1,045.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Toronto Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Toronto Apartment is C$1,250 at 25 Mabelle.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Toronto Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Toronto is starting from C$1,839 at Carrying Place Vista.

What is the most affordable Toronto Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Toronto Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 3286 Weston Rd and starts from C$2,150.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

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