Cheap Apartments for Rent with Specials in Toronto, ON from $700 (204 Rentals)

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650 Parliament St
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$1,400 - $2,400
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650 Parliament St

650 Parliament StToronto, ON M4X 1P8
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260 Wellesley St E
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$1,450 - $2,950
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260 Wellesley St E

260 Wellesley St EToronto, ON M4X 1R2
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30 Springhurst Ave
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$1,500 - $2,100
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$1,500 - $2,100

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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

30 Springhurst Ave

30 Springhurst AveToronto, ON M6K 1B3
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Clearview on the Park
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$1,500 - $2,000
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$1,500 - $2,000

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Clearview on the Park

31 Clearview HtsToronto, ON M6M 2A2
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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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Doversquare Apartments
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$1,550 - $2,299
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$1,550 - $2,299

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Doversquare Apartments

730 Dovercourt RdToronto, ON M6H 2W9
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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

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470 Sentinel Road
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$1,579 - $2,650
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$1,579 - $2,650

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470 Sentinel Road

470 Sentinel RdToronto, ON M3J 1V6
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Huntley Apartments
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$1,590 - $2,580
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$1,590 - $2,580

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Huntley Apartments

77 Huntley StToronto, ON M4Y 2L1
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Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

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Northwoods Village
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$1,599 - $2,649
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Northwoods Village

32-51 Brookwell DrToronto, ON M3M 2Y1
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100 Alexander Street
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$1,600 - $2,149
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100 Alexander Street

100 Alexander StToronto, ON M4Y 1B7
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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Toronto Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Toronto?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Toronto is under $1,400.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Toronto?

The cheapest apartment in Toronto is 2346 Weston which is listed at $1,387, while the average apartment in Toronto costs $4,817.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Toronto?

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 2,894 regular apartments in Toronto 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 Toronto?

Cheap apartments in Toronto have an average cost of $1,298 which is $3,519 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Toronto.

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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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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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

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