Ottawa rental building rankings
Compare large rental buildings across Ottawa using anonymous renter submissions, public listings, and local market data. Every score is an estimate, not an official rating.
Browsing the top buildings across Ottawa. Search a name or address to find a specific building.
Estimated FairRent score. Low confidence. Estimated FairRent score only. Based on available market signals, The Slayte appears to be a premium estimate option for Downtown. This is low confidence until anonymous renter submissions confirm the building-level pattern.
Estimated FairRent score. Low confidence. Estimated FairRent score only. Based on available market signals, Relevé appears to be a premium estimate option for Downtown. This is low confidence until anonymous renter submissions confirm the building-level pattern.
Estimated FairRent score. Low confidence. Estimated FairRent score only. Based on available market signals, 391 Slater appears to be a fair estimated value option for Downtown. This is low confidence until anonymous renter submissions confirm the building-level pattern.
Estimated FairRent score. Low confidence. Estimated FairRent score only. Based on available market signals, Claridge Moon appears to be a premium estimate option for Downtown. This is low confidence until anonymous renter submissions confirm the building-level pattern.
Estimated FairRent score. Low confidence. Estimated FairRent score only. Based on available market signals, SoHo Lisgar appears to be a premium estimate option for Downtown. This is low confidence until anonymous renter submissions confirm the building-level pattern.
Estimated FairRent score. Low confidence. Estimated FairRent score only. Based on available market signals, SoHo Parkway appears to be a premium estimate option for Downtown. This is low confidence until anonymous renter submissions confirm the building-level pattern.
Estimated FairRent score. Low confidence. Estimated FairRent score only. Based on available market signals, SoHo Champagne appears to be a premium estimate option for Little Italy. This is low confidence until anonymous renter submissions confirm the building-level pattern.
Estimated FairRent score. Low confidence. Estimated FairRent score only. Based on available market signals, SoHo Champagne II appears to be a premium estimate option for Little Italy. This is low confidence until anonymous renter submissions confirm the building-level pattern.
Estimated FairRent score. Low confidence. Estimated FairRent score only. Based on available market signals, The Met appears to be a premium estimate option for Downtown. This is low confidence until anonymous renter submissions confirm the building-level pattern.
Estimated FairRent score. Low confidence. Estimated FairRent score only. Based on available market signals, Queen Elizabeth Towers appears to be a fair estimated value option for Downtown. This is low confidence until anonymous renter submissions confirm the building-level pattern.
Estimated FairRent score. Low confidence. Estimated FairRent score only. Based on available market signals, 50 Laurier appears to be a fair estimated value option for Downtown. This is low confidence until anonymous renter submissions confirm the building-level pattern.
Estimated FairRent score. Low confidence. Estimated FairRent score only. Based on available market signals, Envie Rideau appears to be a fair estimated value option for Lowertown. This is low confidence until anonymous renter submissions confirm the building-level pattern.
How the FairRent Canada Score works
Every building score is out of 100. Scores are estimates based on anonymous renter submissions, public rental listings, and local market data. They are not official ratings.
Rent fairness 35 pts
Compares the building's average rent to similar units in the same neighbourhood, adjusting for bedrooms, unit type, amenities, and building type. A building that prices fairly for its category scores well here, whether it is affordable or upscale.
Value for location 15 pts
Looks at whether the rent makes sense for where the building sits. Factors include transit access, walkability, distance to downtown, campus proximity, and local demand.
Building features 15 pts
Scores the amenities renters actually care about: in-unit laundry, parking, air conditioning, gym, concierge, elevator, balcony, pet friendliness, and storage.
Market competitiveness 15 pts
Compares the building to other active listings and renter submissions nearby. A building priced below similar buildings in the area scores higher here.
Renter data confidence 10 pts
Scores how reliable the ranking is based on how much renter data FairRent has collected for that building. More recent submissions from more renters means a more reliable score.
Affordability pressure 10 pts
Looks at whether the building is accessible relative to local income and typical renter budgets, especially near student campuses.
Scores improve as more renters submit data. A building with fewer than 5 submissions shows Limited data rather than a score.
Help improve these rankings
Every score on this page gets better when more renters submit data. Most buildings show Limited data because we do not have enough anonymous submissions yet. You can change that in about a minute, and your submission stays completely anonymous.
Check my rentOttawa rent by neighbourhood
Rent varies across Ottawa. The benchmarks below are estimated 1 bedroom medians. Open a neighbourhood to see its rent ranges and confidence by unit type.
| Neighbourhood | Est. 1 bed benchmark | vs. Ottawa average |
|---|---|---|
| Rockcliffe Park | $2,735/mo | +35% |
| Glebe | $2,431/mo | +20% |
| Westboro | $2,391/mo | +18% |
| Byward Market | $2,391/mo | +18% |
| Wellington Village | $2,269/mo | +12% |
| Old Ottawa South | $2,269/mo | +12% |
| Hintonburg | $2,229/mo | +10% |
| Centretown | $2,188/mo | +8% |
| Manor Park | $2,188/mo | +8% |
| Chinatown | $2,127/mo | +5% |
| Sandy Hill | $2,107/mo | +4% |
| Kanata | $1,965/mo | -3% |
| Lowertown | $1,925/mo | -5% |
| Nepean | $1,904/mo | -6% |
| Alta Vista | $1,884/mo | -7% |
| Barrhaven | $1,864/mo | -8% |
| Stittsville | $1,823/mo | -10% |
| Orleans | $1,783/mo | -12% |
| Overbrook | $1,763/mo | -13% |
| Vanier | $1,722/mo | -15% |
Benchmarks estimated from CMHC 2025 Rental Market Report and Rentals.ca. Figures are 1 bedroom medians and are not a guarantee of what you will find listed.
Common questions
How does FairRent Canada score rental buildings?
Each building gets a score out of 100 based on six categories: rent fairness (35 points), value for location (15 points), building features and amenities (15 points), market competitiveness (15 points), renter data confidence (10 points), and affordability pressure (10 points). Scores are estimates based on anonymous renter submissions and public rental listings. They are not official ratings.
Why does my building show Limited data?
A score only appears when FairRent has at least 5 renter submissions for that building. Fewer than that and we show Limited data to protect renter privacy and avoid misleading averages. The easiest way to improve your building's score is to submit your own rent anonymously.
Can a high-priced building still score well?
Yes. We do not punish a building just because it is expensive. A luxury building can still score well if its rent is fair compared to similar luxury buildings in the same neighbourhood. The score compares like with like, not luxury buildings to student apartments.
How is this different from a reviews site?
FairRent Canada focuses on rent data, not reviews. We collect anonymous rent amounts and building details from current and past tenants to build a data picture of what renters actually pay. We do not publish reviews, complaints, or accusations about landlords.
Is my submission anonymous?
Yes. We do not collect your name, unit number, email, or any details that could identify you. We group building-level data so individual submissions are never shown on their own. We need at least 3 submissions before showing any average, and at least 5 before publishing a score.
Are these scores legal ratings or official findings?
No. FairRent Canada scores are estimates for general comparison only. They are based on available market data and anonymous submissions. Nothing on this page is legal advice, an official building rating, or a finding about any landlord or property.
FairRent Canada scores are estimates based on available market data, public rental listings, and anonymous renter submissions. Scores are not official ratings, legal findings, or guarantees. They are meant to help renters compare options and understand local rent patterns. Scores change as new data comes in. When data is limited, a building shows Limited data or an estimate rather than a verified score. Data sources: CMHC 2025 Rental Market Report, Rentals.ca, anonymous renter submissions.