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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Calgary, AB

Pricing Updated: 04/20/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Calgary, AB area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Calgary Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
ChinookC$3,033C$1,250168
Suburban NorthC$3,163C$1,000575
Suburban SouthC$3,163C$950624
North Hill Downtown BeltlineC$3,249C$1,100290

Cheapest Available Calgary Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Calgary, AB is a 1 Bed unit found at Avenue Houses in the North Hill Downtown Beltline neighborhood priced from C$1,125. Triwood Gardens in the Suburban North neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from C$1,149. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Calgary apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Avenue Houses1 bedroom1BR,1BAC$1,125
Triwood GardensBachelorStudio,1BAC$1,149
Mount Royal ApartmentsBachelorStudio,1BAC$1,178
Avenue TowerBachelorStudio,1BAC$1,199
Centre Crescent Apartments 21 bedroom1BR,1BAC$1,224

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Calgary, AB

As of April 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Calgary area is the C$0.88 price per square foot 3 Beds, 2.5 Baths Model at 253 Creekside Blvd SW in the in the Suburban South neighborhood starting from C$1,925. The second greatest value Calgary apartment is the 2 bedroom Model at Bow River Townhomes starting at C$1,850 with a C$1.41 price per square foot in the Suburban North neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Calgary apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
253 Creekside Blvd SW3 Beds, 2.5 Baths3BR,2.5BAC$0.88
Bow River Townhomes2 bedroom2BR,1BAC$1.41
Bowness 4347 Apartments2 bedroom2BR,1.5BAC$1.40
King's AlleyRenovated Suite - 2 Bedroom2BR,1BAC$1.63
Wyldewood EstatesPremier Suite - 2 Bedroom2BR,1BAC$1.70
1909 on 12th2 Bedroom 1 Washroom2BR,1BAC$1.68
Queen's Park Townhomes2 bedroom2BR,1BAC$1.81
Trevella Townhomes2 bedroom2BR,1BAC$1.83
Radisson Village I2 Bedroom2BR,1BAC$1.84
Bonaventure Estates1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BAC$1.80

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Frequently Asked Questions about Calgary

What type of rentals are currently available in Calgary?

There are currently 4583 Apartments for Rent in Calgary, AB with pricing that ranges from C$900 to C$5,575. There are also 57 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Calgary ranging from C$675 to C$8,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Calgary?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Calgary ranges from C$675 to C$8,000 with an average monthly rent of C$2,286.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Calgary?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Calgary range from C$1,340 to C$4,600, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from C$1,800 to C$3,850. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from C$2,350 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at C$3,033.

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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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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.