Mountainview
125 Centennial Dr,
Courtenay, BC V9N 6H5
1 Bed | $1,600
Rental Market Trends in Courtenay, BC
Updated July 2026
What is the average rent in Courtenay, BC?
$1,790/month
Average Rent
626 Sq Ft
Average Size
+0.6%
Change / Year
32
Available Apartments
As of July 2026, the average rent in Courtenay, BC was $1,790/month. When you rent an apartment in Courtenay, you can expect to pay as little as $1,558 to as much as $2,208, depending on the location and size of the apartment.
Average Rent by Home Type
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
How much has average rent changed in Courtenay, BC?
In the past year, rent has increased by 0.6%, which averages out to $11 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
July 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Courtenay, BC
July 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
0%
$700 - $1,000/month
0%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
71%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
29%
Above $2,000/month
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Courtenay, BC?
Because the average rent in Courtenay is $1,790, you’ll want to make about $5,966 per month or $71,592 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 Courtenay, BC compare to other nearby cities and neighbourhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Courtenay, BC 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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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Courtenay?
The average rent in Courtenay is $1,790 per month, which is 1.6% higher than the national average of $1,762.
Are rents going up or down in Courtenay?
Rents in Courtenay, BC are increasing, with prices up 0.6% year-over-year and $11 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Courtenay?
In Courtenay, BC, 71% 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.