
12 Months
Rental terms in Ottawa as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Ottawa Short-term Studio Apartments | C$1,625 | C$1,349 | C$2,283 |
Ottawa Short-term 1 Bedroom Apartments | C$2,101 | C$1,250 | C$7,150 |
Ottawa Short-term 2 Bedroom Apartments | C$2,665 | C$1,300 | C$6,600 |
Ottawa Short-term 3 Bedroom Apartments | C$2,309 | C$1,120 | C$4,420 |
Ottawa Short-term 4 Bedroom Apartments | C$1,338 | C$980 | C$1,555 |
Ottawa 5 Bedroom Apartments | C$1,322 | C$1,275 | C$1,440 |
Ottawa 6 Bedroom Apartments | C$800 | C$800 | C$800 |
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As the capital city of Canada, Ottawa, ON has a thriving job market and cultural scene. Thats what draws many people to seek rental homes and apartments in Ottawa when they first move here. Its a family-friendly city with annual festivals and a good school system. Ottawa also offers a lower cost of living than any of the nations comparable metropolitan areas.
Ottawa has a provincial land transfer tax, but not a municipal one. This makes a major difference in the cost of living in Ottawa compared to many other Canadian metro areas. Apartments in Ottawa cost several hundred dollars per month less than comparable rentals in Toronto or Vancouver, for example. Ottawa has a little bit of something for everyone. The Downtown and Little Town areas provide a bounty of museums, theatres, parks, landmarks, eateries, and nightclubs.
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Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Ottawa is at Carlton West listed at C$1,575.
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Ottawa is C$2,657.
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Ottawa is a 1,202 square feet unit starting from C$1,575 at Carlton West.
The average size for a Short-term rental in Ottawa is currently at 318 sq ft.
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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