Freshwater Road Apartments
279-293 Freshwater Rd,
St John's, NL A1B 1B5
Studio - 2 Beds | $1,325
Rental Market Trends in St John's, NL
Updated August 2026
The average rent in St John's, NL is $1,384/month.
$1,384/month
Average Rent
572 Sq Ft
Average Size
+5%
Change / Year
57
Available Apartments
St John's rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in St John's average $1,219 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in St John's average $1,384 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in St John's average $1,686 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in St John's average $1,523 or more per month.
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How much has average rent changed in St John's, NL?
In the past year, rent has increased by 5%, which averages out to $70 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
August 2026
2025
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Rent Ranges in St John's, NL
August 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
0%
$700 - $1,000/month
79%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
7%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
14%
Above $2,000/month
What salary do I need to live comfortably in St John's, NL?
Because the average rent in St John's is $1,384, you’ll want to make about $4,613 per month or $55,356 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 John's, NL compare to other nearby cities and neighbourhoods?
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in St John's?
The average rent in St John's is $1,384 per month, which is 21.0% lower than the national average of $1,751.
What is the average rent for a townhome in St John's?
The average rent for a townhome in St John's, NL is $1,669 per month.
Are rents going up or down in St John's?
Rents in St John's, NL are increasing, with prices up 5.0% year-over-year and $70 more per month.
What rent range is most common in St John's?
In St John's, NL, 79% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/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.