
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Nanaimo, BC from C$1,300 (13 Rentals)
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Nanaimo, BC Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Nanaimo?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Nanaimo Studio Apartments | C$1,687 | C$1,680 | C$1,695 |
Nanaimo 1 Bedroom Apartments | C$1,865 | C$1,750 | C$1,999 |
Nanaimo 2 Bedroom Apartments | C$2,197 | C$2,175 | C$2,220 |
Nanaimo 3 Bedroom Apartments | C$2,645 | C$2,095 | C$3,495 |
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Cheapest Available Nanaimo Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Nanaimo, BC is a Studio unit found at 244 Selby St priced from C$1,495. Summerhill Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from C$1,680. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Nanaimo apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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244 Selby St | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | C$1,495 |
Summerhill Place | Bachelor 1805 C | Studio,1BA | C$1,680 |
Trilogy Residences | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | C$1,750 |
Dover Ridge | 2 Bed + Den | 3BR,1BA | C$2,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Nanaimo, BC
As of March 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Nanaimo area is the C$2.09 price per square foot 2 Bed + Den Model at Dover Ridge in the starting from C$2,050. The second greatest value Nanaimo apartment is the 1 Bed, 1 bath Model at Trilogy Residences starting at C$1,750 with a C$3.26 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Nanaimo apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Dover Ridge | 2 Bed + Den | 3BR,1BA | C$2.09 |
Trilogy Residences | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | C$3.26 |
Summerhill Place | Bachelor 1805 C | Studio ,1BA | C$3.25 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Nanaimo Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Nanaimo?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Nanaimo is at 244 Selby St listed at C$1,495.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Nanaimo Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Nanaimo Apartment is C$1,750 at Trilogy Residences.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Nanaimo Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Nanaimo is starting from C$2,175 at Trilogy Residences.
What is the most affordable Nanaimo Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Nanaimo Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Dover Ridge and starts from C$2,050.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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