
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Vancouver Neighborhood of Vancouver, BC from $1,100 (139 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Downtown Vancouver area of Vancouver.


116 W Hastings St

1517 Comox St

444 W 6th Ave, Unit SI ID1051758P

1952 Comox St

The Glenmore

855 Jervis

2040 Cornwall Ave, Unit SI ID1282839P

1580 Haro

1905 Robson St
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1228 Nicola St

2040 Nelson St.

The Twelve81

33 Water Street

840 Broughton St

1355 Pendrell St

1265 Burnaby St

64 W Cordova St, Unit SI ID1318717P

1920 Alberni St

440 Richards St
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1925 Nelson St.

1523 Davie St

1539 Comox St

1160 Haro St

97 W Georgia St

1188 Howe St

Ocean Park Place Apartments

928 Homer St

1770 Pendrell

1770 Pendrell St
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1540 Haro St

1855 W 2nd Ave, Unit SI ID1051825P

1534 Henshaw Ln

819 Hamilton St, Unit 1205, Unit 1205

Wesley Place

1855 W 2nd Ave, Unit SI ID1051779P

685 Pacific Blvd

1855 W 2nd Ave, Unit SI ID1051798P

1033 Haro St

1425 Haro St
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1188 Bidwell St

Comox Manor

51 Hastings St

Crestview Terrace

Corona Apartments

Edgewater

El Presidente

1216 Homer St

1216 Homer St

BLUESKY Chinatown
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Downtown Vancouver, Vancouver, BC Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Vancouver?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Vancouver Studio Apartments | $2,551 | $1,375 | $5,365 |
| Downtown Vancouver 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,278 | $1,851 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Vancouver 2 Bedroom Apartments | $6,547 | $2,325 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Vancouver 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,649 | $4,720 | $8,578 |
| Downtown Vancouver 4 Bedroom Apartments | $15,845 | $7,211 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 139 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Vancouver Neighborhood of Vancouver, BC.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Vancouver Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Vancouver area of Vancouver, BC is a Studio unit found at Corona Apartments priced from $1,600. The Glenmore has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,988. Here are the most affordable Downtown Vancouver apartments for rent in Vancouver, BC:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corona Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
| The Glenmore | 1 Bed Promotional price | 1BR,1BA | $1,988 |
| 855 Jervis | Studio Promotional Price | Studio,1BA | $1,990 |
| Regency Park | 0 Bedroom(s) and 1 Bathroom(s) | Studio,1BA | $2,040 |
| 1580 Haro | Studio Promotional Price | Studio,1BA | $2,062 |
| Pacific Palisades | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $2,080 |
| Central Plaza | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2,100 |
| The Dogwood | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2,125 |
| 1461 Harwood | 1461 Harwood - Plan A | Studio,1BA | $2,189 |
| The Twelve81 | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Vancouver, BC
As of April 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Vancouver area is the $3.10 price per square foot 1 Bedroom(s) and 1 Bathroom(s) Model at 55 Water St in the in the Downtown Vancouver neighborhood starting from $3,100. The second greatest value Downtown Vancouver apartment is the 1270 Nicola - Plan A Model at 1270 Nicola starting at $3,549 with a $4.32 price per square foot in the Downtown Vancouver neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Vancouver apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 55 Water St | 1 Bedroom(s) and 1 Bathroom(s) | 1BR,1BA | $3.10 |
| 1270 Nicola | 1270 Nicola - Plan A | 2BR,1BA | $4.32 |
| Yaletown | 2 BR + 2 BA | 2BR,2BA | $3.75 |
| West Bay Court | 2 BD | 2BR,1BA | $4.13 |
| Bayshore Outlook | 1 BR Den | 1BR,1BA | $3.98 |
| 2040 York | 2040 York - Plan C | 1BR,1BA | $4.27 |
| 1918 York Ave | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $3.92 |
| Casa Bella Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $3.84 |
| Santana | Santana-1bb | 1BR,1BA | $4.06 |
| Corona Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.42 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Vancouver Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Vancouver?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Vancouver is at Corona Apartments listed at $1,600.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Vancouver Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Vancouver Apartment is $1,988 at The Glenmore.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Vancouver Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Vancouver is starting from $3,000 at Yaletown.
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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