Cheap Homes for Rent in Waterloo University Neighborhood of Waterloo, ON from $500 (22 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Waterloo University area of Waterloo.

property at 378 Albert St

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4 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available May 1

378 Albert St

WaterlooONN2L 3V1
property at 407 Keats Way

$600

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5 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Apr 30

407 Keats Way

WaterlooONN2L 5S7
property at 271 Lester St

$795

5 Bedroom Rentals

Available May 1

271 Lester St

WaterlooONN2L 3W6

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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 1 Bed unit found at Spring Village priced from $785. 185 King St N has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 5 Beds apartment currently listed from $929. Here are the most affordable Waterloo University apartments for rent in Waterloo, ON:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Spring Village1 Bedroom Shared Accommodation1BR,1BA$785
185 King St N5 Beds, 5 baths5BR,5BA$929
Sage XStudio1BR,1BA$1,450
Avenue ApartmentsStudio, 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$1,475
200 Shakespeare Drive0 Bedroom, 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$1,520

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waterloo University, ON

As of April 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Waterloo University area is the $1.90 price per square foot 2-Level Townhouse 2 Bed + 3 Bath + Den + Media ... Model at The Carrick in the in the Kitchener South West neighborhood starting from $3,945. The second greatest value Waterloo University apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Ivy Three starting at $3,400 with a $1.81 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Carrick2-Level Townhouse 2 Bed + 3 Bath + Den + Media ...2BR,3BA$1.90
Ivy Three3 Bedroom3BR,3BA$1.81
Ivy Towns3 Beds, 2 baths3BR,2BA$1.73
9 Lodge Street2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.29
383 Albert StTwo Bedroom Apartment2BR,1BA$2.08
Beacon TowerOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.99
Waterloo Heights Apartments & TownhomesRent only One bedroom1BR,1BA$2.30
Richmond Square1 Bedroom(s) and 1 Bathroom(s)1BR,1BA$2.08
45 Caroline St NOne Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$2.23
55 Caroline StOne Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$2.40

Frequently Asked Questions about Waterloo University

What type of rentals are currently available in Waterloo University?

There are currently 226 Apartments for Rent in Waterloo University, ON with pricing that ranges from $550 to $6,105. There are also 180 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Waterloo University ranging from $500 to $5,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Waterloo University?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Waterloo University ranges from $500 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,014.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Waterloo University?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Waterloo University range from $2,050 to $6,105, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,500 to $3,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $750.

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