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Rental Market Trends in St Catharines, ON

Updated July 2026

The average rent in St Catharines, ON is $1,663/month.

$1,663/month

Average Rent

666 Sq Ft

Average Size

-0.6%

Change / Year

665

Available Apartments

St Catharines rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in St Catharines average $1,419 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in St Catharines average $1,663 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in St Catharines average $1,979 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in St Catharines average $2,268 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,419/month
392 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,663/month
666 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,979/month
928 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,268/month
1,113 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,485/month
135 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,812/month
0 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,301/month
134 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$3,145/month
64 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,381/month
91 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,827/month
0 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,433/month
69 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,484/month
0 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in St Catharines, ON?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 0.6%, which averages out to $9 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in St Catharines, ON

July 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in St Catharines, ON
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
11% $1,001 - $1,500/month
57% $1,501 - $2,000/month
31% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighbourhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighbourhoods in St Catharines?

Based on current rent prices, Central District, East District and North District are the most affordable neighbourhoods in St Catharines.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighbourhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Central District
$1,653/month
696 Sq Ft
East District
$1,674/month
687 Sq Ft
North District
$1,706/month
657 Sq Ft
Downtown St Catharines
$1,744/month
703 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighbourhoods in St Catharines?

Based on current rent prices, Downtown St Catharines, North District and East District are the most expensive neighbourhoods in St Catharines.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighbourhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown St Catharines
$1,744/month
703 Sq Ft
North District
$1,706/month
657 Sq Ft
East District
$1,674/month
687 Sq Ft
Central District
$1,653/month
696 Sq Ft

Which St Catharines neighbourhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighbourhoods in St Catharines with the most apartments available are Central District, North District and Downtown St Catharines .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighbourhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Central District
$1,653/month
696 Sq Ft
North District
$1,706/month
657 Sq Ft
Downtown St Catharines
$1,744/month
703 Sq Ft
East District
$1,674/month
687 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

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

Because the average rent in St Catharines is $1,663, you’ll want to make about $5,543 per month or $66,516 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

St Catharines, ON

665 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare St Catharines, 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

Central District

St Catharines, ON

Downtown St Catharines

St Catharines, ON

Studio
$1,571/month
$1,367/month
One Bedroom
$1,563/month
$1,623/month
Two Bedroom
$1,832/month
$2,055/month
Three Bedroom
$2,191/month
$1,905/month
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Apartment Communities in St Catharines We Think You'll Love

378 Vine

378 Vine

378 Vine St,
St Catharines, ON L2M 7P1

Studio - 3 Beds | $1,399 - $2,415

614 Lake

614 Lake

614 Lake St,
St Catharines, ON L2N 4J1

Studio - 3 Beds | $1,525 - $2,299

The Carlisle

The Carlisle

57 Carlisle St,
St Catharines, ON L2R 3M7

Studio - 2 Beds | $1,250 - $2,760

165 Ontario

165 Ontario

165 Ontario St,
St Catharines, ON L2R 5K4

Studio - 3 Beds | $1,375 - $2,399

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in St Catharines?

The average rent in St Catharines is $1,663 per month, which is 5.0% lower than the national average of $1,750.

What is the average rent for a house in St Catharines?

The average rent for a house in St Catharines, ON is $2,301 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in St Catharines?

The average rent for a townhome in St Catharines, ON is $2,433 per month.

What is the average rent for a condo in St Catharines?

The average rent for a condo in St Catharines, ON is $1,381 per month.

Are rents going up or down in St Catharines?

Rents in St Catharines, ON are decreasing, with prices down 0.6% year-over-year and $9 less per month.

What rent range is most common in St Catharines?

In St Catharines, ON, 57% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

Canada Ontario St Catharines 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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