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9999 111 St NW

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Tyrone Heritage Residences
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Tyrone Heritage Residences

10529 99th Ave NWEdmonton, AB T5K 0E7
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Lilac Manor
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Lilac Manor

10850 McQueen Rd NWEdmonton, AB T5N 3L4
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Elmwood

10138 123 St NWEdmonton, AB T5N 1N2
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Edmonton, AB Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Edmonton, AB

Pricing Updated: 04/18/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Edmonton, AB area range in price from C$1,000 to C$6,500 with an overall median price of C$3,034. The three Edmonton neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are West at C$1,000, North at C$1,015, and Central at C$1,015. Here is today’s list of the top 6 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Edmonton Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
WestC$1,864C$1,00028
NorthC$2,220C$1,015180
CentralC$3,466C$1,015147
DowntownC$3,466C$1,02472
SouthC$3,596C$1,000216
South CentralC$3,596C$1,02471

Cheapest Available Edmonton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Edmonton, AB is a Studio unit found at Hartford Apartments in the Central neighborhood priced from C$697. Mainstreet Park in the Central neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from C$799. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Edmonton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hartford ApartmentsBachelorStudio,1BAC$697
Mainstreet ParkBachelorStudio,1BAC$799
Heritage Trail Apartments 2BachelorStudio,1BAC$801
River Valley View Apartments 1BachelorStudio,1BAC$849
Heritage Trail Apartments 1BachelorStudio,1BAC$849
Oakmount ManorBachelorStudio,1BAC$851
Fernwood ApartmentsClassic Suite - BachelorStudio,1BAC$869
Oasis ApartmentsBachelorStudio,1BAC$873
Waselenak PlaceBachelorStudio,1BAC$889
Hansen HouseBachelorStudio,1BAC$895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Edmonton, AB

As of April 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Edmonton area is the C$1.14 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Primrose Lane Apartments in the in the South neighborhood starting from C$1,717. The second greatest value Edmonton apartment is the 2 Bedroom Townhouse Model at Briarwynd Court starting at C$1,691 with a C$1.32 price per square foot in the South neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Edmonton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Primrose Lane Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,1.5BAC$1.14
Briarwynd Court2 Bedroom Townhouse2BR,1.5BAC$1.32
South Ridge TownhomesClassic Suite - 3 Bedroom3BR,1.5BAC$1.34
Castleridge Estates3 Bedroom Townhouse3BR,1BAC$1.37
Sandstone Pointe2 Bedroom Bi-level2BR,1BAC$1.41
Park Place SouthThe Willow2BR,1BAC$1.26
Wellington Park Townhomes2 bedroom2BR,1BAC$1.41
Joy Manor Apartments2 bedroom2BR,1BAC$1.38
Cambridge WestEton1BR,1BAC$1.31
Cameron CountyClassic Suite - 1 Bedroom1BR,1BAC$1.44

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Edmonton Overview

As the northernmost city in North America, Edmonton, AB, boasts a metropolitan population of over a million residents. This city, which is located in the province of Alberta, Canada, features a beautiful mixture of diverse landscapes thanks to its location being between the boreal forest and the prairies, along with it being located just northeast of the Rocky Mountains. 

Why live in Edmonton, AB?

In addition to its picturesque landscape, Edmontonians, as the residents are called, are known for their friendliness and overall welcoming nature, making Edmonton a great city to move into and easily make friends. This unique appeal to a variety of age groups and life stations attracts the brightest and the best, which has led to it being one of the fastest-growing cities in all of Canada and one of the youngest, with a median age of 37. It is also an affordable place to relocate. As a result, it was ranked number one by the Canadian Home Builders’ Association when considering key factors that impact housing affordability and overall cost of living rates. 

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Sophie • 2+ years in Edmonton

February 25, 2025

well the rent is too hight for new comers and for people who really need to move.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Edmonton Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Edmonton?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Edmonton is under C$895.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Edmonton?

The cheapest apartment in Edmonton is Waselenak Place which is listed at C$899, while the average apartment in Edmonton costs C$3,034.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Edmonton?

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 10 regular apartments in Edmonton that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Edmonton?

Cheap apartments in Edmonton have an average cost of C$354 which is C$2,680 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Edmonton.

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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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.