
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Waterloo University Neighborhood of Waterloo, ON from $400 (13 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Waterloo University area of Waterloo.


King Street Towers - Student Living

379-379 Erb St. W

308 King

251-251 Lester St

271-271 Lester St
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253-253 Lester St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Waterloo University?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterloo University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,240 | $575 | $2,695 |
| Waterloo University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,469 | $606 | $4,505 |
| Waterloo University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,763 | $1,239 | $2,050 |
| Waterloo University 4 Bedroom Apartments | $821 | $596 | $1,239 |
| Waterloo University 5 Bedroom Apartments | $677 | $450 | $1,184 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Waterloo University Neighborhood of Waterloo, ON.
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Cheapest Available Waterloo University Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Waterloo University area of Waterloo, ON is a Studio unit found at 261 Lester St priced from $750. Spring Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $785. Here are the most affordable Waterloo University apartments for rent in Waterloo, ON:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 261 Lester St | 0 Beds, 2 Baths | Studio,2BA | $750 |
| Spring Village | 1 Bedroom Shared Accommodation | 1BR,1BA | $785 |
| 185 King St N | 5 Beds, 5 baths | 5BR,5BA | $949 |
| 383 Albert St | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,799 |
| Richmond Square | 1 Bedroom(s) and 1 Bathroom(s) | 1BR,1BA | $1,825 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waterloo University, ON
As of November 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Waterloo University area is the $1.51 price per square foot 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom Model at Avenue Apartments in the in the Waterloo North East neighborhood starting from $1,935. The second greatest value Waterloo University apartment is the 770 Model at 275 Larch St starting at $2,095 with a $2.72 price per square foot in the Waterloo North East neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Waterloo University apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avenue Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| 275 Larch St | 770 | 2BR,2BA | $2.72 |
| THE LINQ | 1 Bedroom plus Den | 1BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| 45 Caroline St N | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
| The Bevel | Floradora | 1BR,1BA | $2.97 |
| The Barrel Yards | The Spritz | 1BR,1BA | $3.24 |
| The Carrick | 1 Bedroom + 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.72 |
| Erb Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.88 |
| Richmond Square | 1 Bedroom(s) and 1 Bathroom(s) | 1BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| 383 Albert St | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Waterloo University Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Waterloo University?
The cheapest apartment in Waterloo University is Spring Village which is listed at $785, while the average apartment in Waterloo University costs $2,557.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Waterloo University?
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 1 regular apartments in Waterloo University that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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