
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Islington City Centre South Neighborhood of Toronto, ON from $1,200 (30 Rentals)
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Sheldon Towers

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20 Samuel Wood

Palomar at Village Gate West

251-285 The West Mall

66 Greenfield Dr

48 Stevenharris Dr
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48 Stevenharris Dr

469 Evans Ave.

469 Evans Ave.

20 Thomas Riley Rd

20 Thomas Riley Rd

8 Yarn Rd

8 Yarn Rd
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765 Browns Line

Sheldon Towers

The Elmcrest

1195 The Queensway

1195 The Queensway

361 The West Mall

24 Eva Road
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133 Meadowvale Dr

133 Meadowvale Dr

30 Samuel Wood Wy

30 Samuel Wood Wy

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Lenworth Towers

3137 Sunnyhill Dr

3137 Sunnyhill Dr
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3137 Sunnyhill Dr

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Islington City Centre South, Toronto, ON Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Islington City Centre South?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Islington City Centre South Studio Apartments | $1,820 | $1,700 | $2,016 |
| Islington City Centre South 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,020 | $1,220 | $2,650 |
| Islington City Centre South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,635 | $1,968 | $3,438 |
| Islington City Centre South 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,184 | $2,310 | $4,187 |
| Islington City Centre South 4 Bedroom Apartments | $15,327 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 30 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Islington City Centre South Neighborhood of Toronto, ON.
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Cheapest Available Islington City Centre South Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Islington City Centre South area of Toronto, ON is a 1 Bed unit found at 25 Mabelle priced from $1,220. Sheldon Towers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,750. Here are the most affordable Islington City Centre South apartments for rent in Toronto, ON:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Mabelle | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,220 |
| Sheldon Towers | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
| 20 Samuel Wood | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,810 |
| Palomar at Village Gate West | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,825 |
| 251-285 The West Mall | 1-bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,968 |
| Lenworth Towers | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,995 |
| Evans Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
| 4340 Bloor Street West | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,199 |
| The Renaissance | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,200 |
| The Markwood | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,295 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Islington City Centre South, ON
As of June 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Islington City Centre South area is the $3.19 price per square foot Lower Unit Model at 34 Poplar Av in the in the Islington City Centre North neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Islington City Centre South apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Sierra at Village Gate West starting at $2,695 with a $3.09 price per square foot in the Islington City Centre North neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Islington City Centre South apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 34 Poplar Av | Lower Unit | 3BR,2.5BA | $3.19 |
| Sierra at Village Gate West | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.09 |
| Evans Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2.57 |
| The Renaissance | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.06 |
| Lenworth Towers | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
| 4340 Bloor Street West | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.38 |
| The Markwood | 1 Bedroom + Den | 1BR,1BA | $3.88 |
| Serrano at Village Gate West | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.20 |
| 25 Mabelle | Bachelor | Studio ,1BA | $3.31 |
| Sheldon Towers | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio ,1BA | $4.07 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Islington City Centre South Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Islington City Centre South?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Islington City Centre South is under $2,295.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Islington City Centre South?
The cheapest apartment in Islington City Centre South is 25 Mabelle which is listed at $1,220, while the average apartment in Islington City Centre South costs $15,527.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Islington City Centre South?
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 3 regular apartments in Islington City Centre South 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 Islington City Centre South?
Cheap apartments in Islington City Centre South have an average cost of $1,239 which is $14,288 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Islington City Centre South.
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