
Cheap Homes for Rent in Waterloo, ON from C$700 (22 Rentals)
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251 Lester St

58 Bridgeport Rd E

271 Lester St

43 Sorrel Pl

43 Sorrel Pl
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81 Columbia St W

188 King St N

91-91 Westmount Rd N

91 Westmount Rd N

8 Hickory St W

158-1158 King St N

1148 Queen's Blvd

181 King St E
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502 Chablis Dr

117 Markwood Dr

473 Avens St

101 Church St
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101-101 Church St

25 St Leger St

741-741 King St W

24 McGarry Dr
Waterloo, ON Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Waterloo?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Waterloo 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | C$2,213 | C$899 | C$4,505 |
Waterloo 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | C$2,642 | C$950 | C$3,400 |
Waterloo 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | C$3,531 | C$2,750 | C$6,000 |
Waterloo 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | C$3,670 | C$1,050 | C$5,500 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Waterloo, ON
Pricing Updated: 07/26/2025Current apartment rentals in the Waterloo, ON area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Waterloo Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Waterloo Uptown | C$2,355 | C$575 | 73 |
Waterloo North West | C$3,607 | C$575 | 96 |
Waterloo North East | C$4,365 | C$670 | 80 |
Waterloo University | C$4,365 | C$575 | 94 |
Cheapest Available Waterloo Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Waterloo, ON is a 4 Beds unit found at University Place - 50 University Ave E in the Waterloo North East neighborhood priced from C$670. 261 Lester St in the Waterloo North East neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from C$750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Waterloo apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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University Place - 50 University Ave E | 4 Beds, 1.5 baths | 4BR,1BA | C$670 |
261 Lester St | 0 Beds, 2 Baths | Studio,2BA | C$750 |
253 Lester St | 0 Beds, 2 Baths | Studio,2BA | C$795 |
King Street Towers - Student Living | 4 Bedroom/ 3 Bath | 4BR,3BA | C$830 |
Spring Village | 1 Bedroom Shared Accommodation | 1BR,1BA | C$973 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waterloo, ON
As of July 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Waterloo area is the C$2.04 price per square foot 4 Bedroom Townhouse Model at Sunnydale in the in the Waterloo North West neighborhood starting from C$2,850. The second greatest value Waterloo apartment is the 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Model at Avenue Apartments starting at C$2,315 with a C$1.81 price per square foot in the Waterloo North East neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Waterloo apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Sunnydale | 4 Bedroom Townhouse | 4BR,2BA | C$2.04 |
Avenue Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | C$1.81 |
William Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | C$1.98 |
University Place - 50 University Ave E | 4 Beds, 1.5 baths | 4BR,1.5BA | C$0.54 |
250 Frederick St | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | C$1.73 |
Beacon Tower | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | C$2.15 |
Richmond Square | 2 Bedroom(s) and 2 Bathroom(s) | 2BR,2BA | C$2.01 |
Fergus House - Student Living | 4 Bedroom 4 Bathroom | 4BR,4BA | C$1.37 |
Hespeler House - Student Living | 4 Bedroom 4 Bathroom | 4BR,4BA | C$1.46 |
Westheights Place | 1 Bedroom Premium | 1BR,1BA | C$2.15 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Waterloo
What type of rentals are currently available in Waterloo?
There are currently 644 Apartments for Rent in Waterloo, ON with pricing that ranges from C$575 to C$6,450. There are also 277 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Waterloo ranging from C$700 to C$6,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Waterloo?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Waterloo ranges from C$700 to C$6,000 with an average monthly rent of C$2,902.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Waterloo?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Waterloo range from C$2,050 to C$4,365, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from C$950 to C$3,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from C$2,750 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at C$670.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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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