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Rental Market Trends in Guelph, ON

Updated August 2026

The average rent in Guelph, ON is $1,900/month.

$1,900/month

Average Rent

665 Sq Ft

Average Size

-1.3%

Change / Year

589

Available Apartments

Guelph rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Guelph average $1,485 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Guelph average $1,900 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Guelph average $2,183 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Guelph average $2,394 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,485/month
376 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,900/month
665 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,183/month
890 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,394/month
1,221 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,438/month
35 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,923/month
195 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,689/month
116 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$3,796/month
133 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,384/month
97 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,862/month
100 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$3,064/month
171 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Guelph, ON?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 1.3%, which averages out to $23 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time

August 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Guelph, ON

August 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Guelph, ON
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
7% $700 - $1,000/month
2% $1,001 - $1,500/month
32% $1,501 - $2,000/month
58% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighbourhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighbourhoods in Guelph?

Based on current rent prices, Guelph South Central, Guelph South and Guelph West are the most affordable neighbourhoods in Guelph.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighbourhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Guelph South Central
$1,873/month
652 Sq Ft
Guelph South
$1,957/month
661 Sq Ft
Guelph West
$1,959/month
671 Sq Ft
Guelph East
$2,002/month
694 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighbourhoods in Guelph?

Based on current rent prices, Guelph East, Guelph West and Guelph South are the most expensive neighbourhoods in Guelph.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighbourhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Guelph East
$2,002/month
694 Sq Ft
Guelph West
$1,959/month
671 Sq Ft
Guelph South
$1,957/month
661 Sq Ft
Guelph South Central
$1,873/month
652 Sq Ft

Which Guelph neighbourhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighbourhoods in Guelph with the most apartments available are Guelph West, Guelph East and Guelph South .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighbourhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Guelph West
$1,959/month
671 Sq Ft
Guelph East
$2,002/month
694 Sq Ft
Guelph South
$1,957/month
661 Sq Ft
Guelph South Central
$1,873/month
652 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Guelph, ON?

Because the average rent in Guelph is $1,900, you’ll want to make about $6,333 per month or $75,996 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

City

Guelph, ON

589 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Guelph, ON compare to other nearby cities and neighbourhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Guelph, ON to other nearby cities and neighbourhoods. The Apartments.com neighbourhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

Guelph South Central

Guelph, ON

Guelph East

Guelph, ON

Studio
$1,473/month
$849/month
One Bedroom
$1,947/month
$2,166/month
Two Bedroom
$2,030/month
$2,322/month
Three Bedroom
$2,281/month
$2,644/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

  • Guelph/Eramosa

    Guelph/Eramosa

    Avg Rent: $2,324/month

  • Breslau

    Breslau

    Avg Rent: $2,139/month

  • Cambridge

    Cambridge

    Avg Rent: $1,885/month

  • Woolwich

    Woolwich

    Avg Rent: $1,851/month

  • Acton

    Acton

    Avg Rent: $1,978/month

  • Kitchener

    Kitchener

    Avg Rent: $1,771/month

  • Fergus

    Fergus

    Avg Rent: $1,678/month

  • Milton

    Milton

    Avg Rent: $1,858/month

Apartment Communities in Guelph We Think You'll Love

27-40 Vanier Drive

27-40 Vanier Drive

40 Vanier Dr,
Guelph, ON N1G 2X7

1-2 Beds | $2,097 - $2,348

Treeview Manor

Treeview Manor

5-7 Wilsonview Ave,
Guelph, ON N1G 5L1

1-3 Beds | $1,857 - $2,449

Watson Park Apartments

Watson Park Apartments

144 Watson Rd N,
Guelph, ON N1E 0S4

1-2 Beds | $2,265 - $2,795

Silvercreek Parkway

Silvercreek Parkway

100 Silvercreek Pky N,
Guelph, ON N1H 7J4

Studio - 3 Beds | $1,663 - $2,699

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Guelph?

The average rent in Guelph is $1,900 per month, which is 6.7% higher than the national average of $1,781.

What is the average rent for a house in Guelph?

The average rent for a house in Guelph, ON is $2,689 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Guelph?

The average rent for a townhome in Guelph, ON is $2,384 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Guelph?

Rents in Guelph, ON are decreasing, with prices down 1.3% year-over-year and $23 less per month.

What rent range is most common in Guelph?

In Guelph, ON, 58% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

Canada Ontario Guelph Rental Trends

Methodology

† Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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