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Hamilton, ON Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Hamilton, ON

Pricing Updated: 03/21/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Hamilton, ON area range in price from C$600 to C$5,800 with an overall median price of C$3,318. The three Hamilton neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Hamilton Central East B at C$1,449, Mountain A at C$1,449, and Mountain B at C$1,125. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Hamilton Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Hamilton Central East BC$1,825C$1,449297
Mountain AC$2,145C$1,449258
Mountain BC$2,145C$1,125265
Mountain CC$2,145C$600336
Hamilton Downtown BC$2,362C$1,1251040
East End BC$2,525C$1,450578
Hamilton Central AC$2,750C$1,1251082
Hamilton Central CC$2,750C$1,300610
Hamilton Downtown AC$2,750C$1,125991
Hamilton Downtown CC$2,750C$1,1251214

Cheapest Available Hamilton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Hamilton, ON is a 1 Bed unit found at 27 W 3rd St in the Flamborough neighborhood priced from C$600. MainCline Residences in the Dundas neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from C$895. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hamilton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
27 W 3rd St1 Beds, 2 Baths1BR,2BAC$600
MainCline Residences0 Beds, 2.5 BathsStudio,2BAC$895
James & Forest Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BAC$1,049
Granite TowersBachelorStudio,1BAC$1,100
Bold Street ApartmentsBachelorStudio,1BAC$1,125
Aubrey Jones ApartmentsBachelorStudio,1BAC$1,240
150 Hughson St1 Bedroom1BR,1BAC$1,400
Wellington PlaceJunior 1 Bedroom1BR,1BAC$1,416
1791 King Street East1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BAC$1,440
775 Concession775 Concession - Plan BStudio,1BAC$1,449

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hamilton, ON

As of March 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hamilton area is the C$1.68 price per square foot 3 Beds, 1 Baths Model at Tycourt Apartments and Townhomes in the in the Aldershot neighborhood starting from C$3,195. The second greatest value Hamilton apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Maple Avenue Properties II starting at C$2,395 with a C$2.07 price per square foot in the Aldershot neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hamilton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Tycourt Apartments and Townhomes3 Beds, 1 Baths3BR,1BAC$1.68
Maple Avenue Properties II2 Bedroom2BR,1BAC$2.07
Burlington Square1 bdrm + den1BR,1BAC$2.02
Olympia Court Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BAC$2.03
West Village Suites2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BAC$1.73
Arkledun ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BAC$1.94
55 Woolley St2 Bedroom (Main Floor)2BR,1BAC$2.00
87 Main Street NorthUnit 5 (rear U)Studio ,1BAC$2.13
Melvin Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BAC$1.81
150 Hughson St1 Bedroom1BR,1BAC$2.01

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Frequently Asked Questions about Hamilton

What type of rentals are currently available in Hamilton?

There are currently 1562 Apartments for Rent in Hamilton, ON with pricing that ranges from C$600 to C$5,800. There are also 569 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Hamilton ranging from C$500 to C$9,200.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Hamilton ranges from C$500 to C$9,200 with an average monthly rent of C$3,156.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Hamilton range from C$1,400 to C$4,200, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from C$1,695 to C$6,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from C$1,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at C$1,250.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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