St Catharines

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St Catharines, ON

Area Guide

St. Catharines moves at a rhythm that feels just right. People spend weekends on wooded trails or unwinding by the lake, where the breeze off Lake Ontario always seems to take the edge off a long week. You’ll see joggers along the Welland Canal, residents picnicking in the shade at Montebello Park, and friends gathering downtown for a bite and a pint, especially when live music spills out onto patios in the summer.

The city is practical but full of personality. Downtown has a small-city buzz with locally owned shops, cozy cafés, and arts spaces that actually feel used. The Marilyn I. Walker School adds a creative pulse, and festivals—especially the Grape and Wine Parade—bring people together in an easygoing and unforced way. Even when it’s busy, St. Catharines still feels like a place where you can take your time.

Renters will find a wide mix of apartment communities, from walk-up buildings and garden-style homes to newer mid-rises with modern finishes. Some lean historic, others sleek, but most feel lived-in and well-kept. Whether you’re working, studying at Brock University, or just ready for a change of scenery, life here strikes a rare balance.

Explore the City

Welland Canal Parkway with lift bridge in St. Catharines

Boardwalk over Lake Gibson at Conservation Park

Canada geese swimming on Twelve Mile Creek

Port Dalhousie Rear Range Lighthouse

Cargo ship passing through the Welland Canal locks

Aerial view of St. Catharines with Lake Ontario on the horizon

Rent Trends

As of October 2025, the average apartment rent in St Catharines, ON is C$1,409 for a studio, C$1,655 for one bedroom, C$1,964 for two bedrooms, and C$2,217 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in St Catharines has increased by 0.7% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
C$1,655/month
677 Sq Ft
House
C$2,248/month
06 Sq Ft
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Transportation

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Somewhat Walkable

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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

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Some Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

65

Bikeable

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While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

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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.