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Apartments for Rent in Kitchener, ON
293 Rentals Available

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    1 Cedarwoods Crescent, Kitchener, ON N2C 2L8
    1 BED $1,525
    2 BEDS $1,945+
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    Block A - 118 Gravel Ridge Trail, Kitchener, ON N2E 0J5
    2 BEDS $2,305+
    3 BEDS $2,630
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    388 King Street East, Kitchener, ON M3B 2N2
    1 BED $1,895
    2 BEDS $1,995
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    91 Franklin Street South & 100 Eighth Avenue, Kitchener, ON N2C 1R6
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    1 BED $1,625
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    301 & 315 Heritage Drive, Kitchener, ON N2B 3R7
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    2 BEDS $2,245
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    265 Cotton Grass St., Kitchener, ON N2E4H5
    2 BEDS $2,299
    3 BEDS $2,649+
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    5 Rittenhouse Road, Kitchener, ON N2E 2M8
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    1 BED $1,870
    2+ BEDS $2,195
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    150-158 Heiman St, Kitchener, ON N2M 3L9
    1 BED $1,700
    2 BEDS $1,850
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    188 Margaret Avenue, Kitchener, ON N2H 4J3
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    1 BED $1,795+
    2+ BEDS $1,895+
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    66 Weber Street East, Kitchener, ON N2H 0E1
    1 BED $2,325
    2 BEDS $2,490+
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    237 Vanier Drive, Kitchener, ON N2C 1N1
    STUDIO $1,399
    2 BEDS $1,995
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    460B Belmont Avenue West, Kitchener, ON N2M 0B3
    1 BED $2,200
    2 BEDS $2,495+
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    1673 Huron Road, Kitchener, ON N2R 1R4
    1 BED $1,884
    2 BEDS $2,342+
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    16 Cedarwoods Crescent, Kitchener, ON N2C 2L4
    1 BED $1,625
    2 BEDS $1,945+
    3 BEDS $2,475
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    1505 Ottawa Street North, Kitchener, ON N2A 0E8
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    528 Lancaster Street West, Kitchener, ON N2K 0H7
    1 BED $1,870+
    2 BEDS $2,195+
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    11 Overlea Drive, Kitchener, ON N2M 5C8
    1 BED $1,625+
    2 BEDS $1,925+
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    169 Borden Ave N., Kitchener, ON N2H 3J5
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    1 BED $1,875+
    2 BEDS $2,465
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    460A Belmont Avenue West (Rental Office At 460B), Kitchener, ON N2M 0B3
    1 BED $1,825+
    2 BEDS $2,695
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    63 Scott Street, Kitchener, ON N2H 0C3
    1 BED $1,700+
    2 BEDS $2,000
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    414 Prospect Ave, Kitchener, ON N2A 1E1
    2 BEDS $2,095
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    410 Prospect Ave, Kitchener, ON N2A 1E1
    STUDIO $1,300
    1 BED $1,450
    2 BEDS $1,650
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    Block D - 118 Gravel Ridge Trail, Kitchener, ON N2E 0J5
    2 BEDS $2,305+
    3 BEDS $2,630+
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    60 Centreville Street, Kitchener, ON N2A 1R9
    3 BEDS $2,750
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    15 Dellroy Ave., Kitchener, ON N2A 2S2
    1 BED $1,600
    2 BEDS $1,800
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Getting around in Kitchener, ON

41 /100
Car-Dependent
56 /100
Good Transit
63 /100
Bikeable
Walk Score®: 41, Transit Score®: 56, Bike Score®: 63

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Kitchener, ON last updated?

Prices and availability in Kitchener, ON were last updated on 11 Dec 2024.

What are the best apartments in Kitchener, ON?

The best apartments in Kitchener, ON are: Highpoint Kitchener, The Scott, 388 King Street East, Cedarwoods Tower and Capitol Hill Apartments.

What is the price range for a studio apartment in Kitchener, ON?

The price range for a studio apartment in Kitchener, ON is between $1,450 and $3,260. View all studio apartments in Kitchener, ON.

What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Kitchener, ON?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Kitchener, ON is between $1,450 and $2,525. Browse all available 1-bedroom apartments in Kitchener, ON now.

What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Kitchener, ON?

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Kitchener, ON is between $1,450 and $3,260. Browse and find a 2-bedroom apartment in Kitchener, ON.

What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Kitchener, ON?

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Kitchener, ON is between $1,625 and $2,899. Browse all available 3-bedroom apartments in Kitchener, ON.

Renter's guide to Kitchener, ON

Located in southern Canada, Kitchener is a large city in the province of Ontario. Together with the nearby cities of Waterloo to the north and Cambridge to the south, it forms the Regional Municipality of Waterloo.

As part of the Regional Municipality of Waterloo, Kitchener and its neighbouring cities were named the fastest-growing tech talent markets in Canada in CBRE’s 2017 Scoring Canadian Tech Talent. The city is part of the region’s booming startup and tech scene and is home to numerous tech companies.

Kitchener is the fourth-largest Census Metropolitan Area (CMA) in Ontario, and the tenth-largest CMA in Canada. The city has less than 10 percent of the population of Toronto, ON and there are about twice as many people here as there are in nearby Cambridge. Kitchener is located 66.5 miles from Toronto and can be found 336 miles from Ottawa.

Much like other cities in the region, Kitchener’s climate is humid continental, with warm, humid summers and cold winters each year. In the summer, the weather in Kitchener includes temperatures that average about 79ºF, though some days can get above 86ºF. Winter temperatures in the city are around 20ºF, with temperature extremes as low as -29ºF. Kitchener sees an average of about 36.5 inches of rain each year, mostly in the spring, summer, and autumn months. There is quite a bit of snow and ice in the winter months, with about 63 inches per year. Flooding is sometimes a concern for the city, particularly in the spring.

Tips for renting in Kitchener, ON

The Ontario Residential Tenancies Act (RTA) covers renters’ rights in Kitchener. Those moving to Kitchener should know that in the winter months, landlords are required to provide reliable and adequate heating of rental properties (at least 21ºC, 70ºF).

Maintenance of the buildings and units is the responsibility of the landlord, but tenants must ensure that they keep their unit clean and damage-free.

Renters in Kitchener can access supports from Waterloo Region Community Legal Services, the Landlord and Tenant Board, or The Working Centre Access to Housing.

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Living in Kitchener, ON

Living in Kitchener has its pros and cons. Easy access to universities and colleges, an abundance of employment opportunities (particularly in the tech sector), a lively and young population, lack of crowds and traffic, a lower cost of living than some larger cities, and a friendly atmosphere are just some of the reasons why people should move to Kitchener.

Some of the cons when it comes to living in Kitchener include less frequent public transportation, and fewer attractions/events than some larger cities have.

Things to do in Kitchener, ON

THEMUSEUM is just one of the many fun things to do in Kitchener. The space provides an interesting mix of science, technology, culture, and art with a number of permanent exhibits, as well as a constantly changing group of temporary exhibits.

The Doon Heritage Village, Bingemans Big Splash, the Ken Seiling Waterloo Region Museum, Grand River Rocks, and Bingemans FunworX are some of the best Kitchener attractions for kids. The city also has plenty of playgrounds where kids can get active outdoors.

Some of the best places to shop in Kitchener include Belmont Village, Fairview Park Mall, Sunrise Shopping Centre, and the Conestoga Mall in nearby Waterloo.

The city has many great restaurants to choose from, and some of the best restaurants in Kitchener include Charcoal Steak House, 271 West Restaurant, Borealis Grille & Bar, Rainbow Caribbean Cuisine, and Lancaster Smokehouse. Fare ranges from affordable comfort food to global flavours like Indian, Japanese, Mexican, and Thai.

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The city has many great restaurants to choose from, and some of the best restaurants in Kitchener include Charcoal Steak House, 271 West Restaurant, Borealis Grille & Bar, Rainbow Caribbean Cuisine, and Lancaster Smokehouse. Fare ranges from affordable comfort food to global flavours like Indian, Japanese, Mexican, and Thai.

One of the best-known Kitchener events is the annual Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest, which is officially the largest Bavarian celebration outside of Germany. The event includes plenty of beer, dancing, and singing, as well as traditional German dishes and clothing. Other major events in the city include the TD Kitchener Blues Festival and Big Music Fest.

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Kitchener, ON employment & economy

Kitchener’s economy has traditionally been rooted in manufacturing, with about one-fifth of the population employed in the industry. Four business parks are home to many manufacturing and distribution companies, and these parks include the Bridgeport Business Park, Grand River West Business Park, Huron Business Park, and Lancaster Corporate Centre.

The city’s economy has become more diversified recently, with the digital media and technology, health science, and finance and insurance industries becoming increasingly present here. Digital media and tech companies that have offices in Kitchener include Desire2Learn, Communitech, and Google Inc. (for the development of the Gmail application).

The city has been working to redevelop its downtown area, making improvements to encourage businesses to move into the area. Kitchener’s unemployment rate is 4.7 percent, which is slightly lower than the national rate of 5.8 percent.

Education in Kitchener, ON

Some of the Fraser Institute’s highest-ranked Kitchener elementary schools include MAC Maple Grove, Lackner Woods, Our Lady of Grace, Blessed Kateri, and Williamsburg. The highest-ranked secondary schools in Kitchener are Resurrection, Cameron Heights, Huron Heights, Kitchener Waterloo, and Grand River. The Waterloo Region District School Board operates public schools in the city, and there are also several private elementary and secondary schools here.

Kitchener’s top colleges and universities include the University of Waterloo (School of Pharmacy, Centre for Family Medicine, Health Sciences Campus), McMaster University (School of Medicine), Conestoga College (one of Ontario’s top non-university educational institutions and one of Canada’s seven polytechnical institutes), and Emmanuel Bible College.

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