
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Waterloo North West Neighborhood of Waterloo, ON from $500 (50 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Waterloo North West area of Waterloo.


379-379 Erb St. W

251 Lester St

392 Albert St

325 Spruce St

King Street Towers - Student Living

271-271 Lester St

261 Lester St

261-261 Lester St

253-253 Lester St
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251-251 Lester St

253 Lester St

86 University Av W

295 Lester St

MyRez On Lester - Student Living

380 Erb St. W

Avenue Apartments

200 Shakespeare Drive

378 Albert St

250 Keats Way
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308 Hawthorn St

261 Lester St

Linden Village Inc.

Spring Village

253 Lester St

271 Lester St

275 Larch St

275 Larch St

251 Lester St

392 Albert St
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392 Albert St

338 Albert St

338 Albert St

288 Albert St

288 Albert St

311 Batavia Pl

608 Woolgrass Ave

608 Woolgrass Ave

Sage X

381 Vogel Pl
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381 Vogel Pl

609 Davenport Rd

605 Davenport Road

206 Springfield Crescent

206 Springfield Crescent

430 Hazel St

736 Old Albert St

93 Westwood Dr

87 Westwood Dr

99 Westwood Dr
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Waterloo North West, Waterloo, ON Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Waterloo North West?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterloo North West Studio Apartments | $1,411 | $1,350 | $1,460 |
| Waterloo North West 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,916 | $500 | $2,482 |
| Waterloo North West 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,231 | $1,660 | $2,972 |
| Waterloo North West 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,050 | $2,050 | $2,050 |
| Waterloo North West 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,656 | $732 | $3,620 |
| Waterloo North West 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,312 | $717 | $5,650 |
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There are currently 50 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Waterloo North West Neighborhood of Waterloo, ON.
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Cheapest Available Waterloo North West Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Waterloo North West area of Waterloo, ON is a 1 Bed unit found at Spring Village priced from $785. Avenue Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,425. Here are the most affordable Waterloo North West apartments for rent in Waterloo, ON:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring Village | 1 Bedroom Shared Accommodation | 1BR,1BA | $785 |
| Avenue Apartments | 0 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,425 |
| 200 Shakespeare Drive | 0 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,480 |
| 605 Davenport Road | One bedroom with one bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,497 |
| Westwood Drive Apartments | 1 Bedroom Model | 1BR,1BA | $1,525 |
| 81 Westwood Dr | 1 Bedroom Model | 1BR,1BA | $1,525 |
| Quiet Place | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,540 |
| Beacon Tower | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,595 |
| 275 Larch St | 498 | 1BR,1BA | $1,625 |
| Parkside Tower | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,660 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waterloo North West, ON
As of April 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Waterloo North West area is the $1.92 price per square foot 3 Beds, 2.5 baths Model at Ivy Two in the in the Waterloo North East neighborhood starting from $3,600. The second greatest value Waterloo North West apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Ivy Three starting at $3,600 with a $1.92 price per square foot in the Waterloo North East neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Waterloo North West apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ivy Two | 3 Beds, 2.5 baths | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.92 |
| Ivy Three | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.92 |
| Sunnydale | 3 Bedroom(s) and 1.5 Bathroom(s) | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.67 |
| 520 Parkside Dr | Three Bedroom Apartment | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.03 |
| Beacon Tower | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| 105 Golden Eagle Rd | Townhouse | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.10 |
| Parkside Tower | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| 383 Albert St | Two Bedroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Quiet Place | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| 81 Westwood Dr | 1 Bedroom Model | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Waterloo North West Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Waterloo North West?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Waterloo North West is under $1,660.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Waterloo North West?
The cheapest apartment in Waterloo North West is Spring Village which is listed at $785, while the average apartment in Waterloo North West costs $3,400.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Waterloo North West?
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 Waterloo North West that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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