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Monthly rent (CAD)

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Was your unit first occupied before Nov. 15, 2018?

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Units first occupied before Nov. 15, 2018 are covered by Ontario's annual rent increase guideline (2.1% for 2026, 1.9% for 2027).

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Parking

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Utilities

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Unit size in sq ft

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Ottawa rental market snapshot

1-bedroom median$1,900

2-bedroom median$2,400

Vacancy rate (2025)3.1%

Rent increase guideline2.1% 2026 / 1.9% 2027

Highest areaRockcliffe Park

Most affordable areaVanier

Source: CMHC Rental Market Survey and Rentals.ca National Rent Report. Market data reviewed June 2026.

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Data sources: CMHC Rental Market Survey and Rentals.ca National Rent Report · Anonymous community submissions · Reviewed June 2026. Results are market estimates for general reference only. Not legal or financial advice. Methodology · Privacy