165 Ontario
165 Ontario St,
St Catharines, ON L2R 5K4
Studio - 3 Beds | $1,375 - $2,540
Rental Market Trends in St Catharines, ON
Updated August 2026
The average rent in St Catharines, ON is $1,665/month.
$1,665/month
Average Rent
665 Sq Ft
Average Size
-0.5%
Change / Year
661
Available Apartments
St Catharines rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in St Catharines average $1,409 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in St Catharines average $1,665 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in St Catharines average $1,979 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in St Catharines average $2,188 or more per month.
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How much has average rent changed in St Catharines, ON?
In the past year, rent has decreased by 0.5%, which averages out to $8 less per month.
Market Trends Over Time
August 2026
2025
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Rent Ranges in St Catharines, ON
August 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
0%
$700 - $1,000/month
11%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
59%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
30%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighbourhood
What are the most affordable neighbourhoods in St Catharines?
Based on current rent prices, Central District, East District and Downtown St Catharines are the most affordable neighbourhoods in St Catharines.
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What are the most expensive neighbourhoods in St Catharines?
Based on current rent prices, North District, Downtown St Catharines and East District are the most expensive neighbourhoods in St Catharines.
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Which St Catharines neighbourhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighbourhoods in St Catharines with the most apartments available are Central District, Downtown St Catharines and North District .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in St Catharines, ON?
Because the average rent in St Catharines is $1,665, you’ll want to make about $5,550 per month or $66,600 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.
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.
View the St Catharines Area GuideStudio
$1,577/month
$1,396/month
One Bedroom
$1,586/month
$1,610/month
Two Bedroom
$1,835/month
$1,958/month
Three Bedroom
$2,191/month
$2,355/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in St Catharines?
The average rent in St Catharines is $1,665 per month, which is 5.5% lower than the national average of $1,762.
What is the average rent for a house in St Catharines?
The average rent for a house in St Catharines, ON is $2,329 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in St Catharines?
The average rent for a townhome in St Catharines, ON is $2,436 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in St Catharines?
The average rent for a condo in St Catharines, ON is $1,358 per month.
Are rents going up or down in St Catharines?
Rents in St Catharines, ON are decreasing, with prices down 0.5% year-over-year and $8 less per month.
What rent range is most common in St Catharines?
In St Catharines, ON, 59% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
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.