545 547 & 565 Belmont Avenue W
545-565 Belmont Ave W,
Kitchener, ON N2M 5N6
1-2 Beds | $1,499 - $1,864
Rental Market Trends in Kitchener, ON
Updated September 2026
The average rent in Kitchener, ON is $1,736/month.
$1,736/month
Average Rent
632 Sq Ft
Average Size
-0.9%
Change / Year
1,379
Available Apartments
Kitchener rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Kitchener average $1,437 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Kitchener average $1,736 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Kitchener average $2,081 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Kitchener average $2,398 or more per month.
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How much has average rent changed in Kitchener, ON?
In the past year, rent has decreased by 0.9%, which averages out to $15 less per month.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
2025
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Rent Ranges in Kitchener, ON
September 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
0%
$700 - $1,000/month
9%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
68%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
23%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighbourhood
What are the most affordable neighbourhoods in Kitchener?
Based on current rent prices, Kitchener South-Central, Kitchener Central and Kitchener South-West are the most affordable neighbourhoods in Kitchener.
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What are the most expensive neighbourhoods in Kitchener?
Based on current rent prices, Kitchener North-West, Kitchener South-East and Kitchener North-East are the most expensive neighbourhoods in Kitchener.
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Which Kitchener neighbourhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighbourhoods in Kitchener with the most apartments available are Kitchener South-West, Kitchener South-East and Kitchener South-Central .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Kitchener, ON?
Because the average rent in Kitchener is $1,736, you’ll want to make about $5,786 per month or $69,432 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 Kitchener, ON compare to other nearby cities and neighbourhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Kitchener, 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 Kitchener Area GuideStudio
$1,391/month
$1,389/month
One Bedroom
$1,522/month
$1,773/month
Two Bedroom
$1,946/month
$2,115/month
Three Bedroom
$2,358/month
$2,125/month
Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Breslau
Avg Rent: $2,110/month
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Waterloo
Avg Rent: $1,848/month
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Cambridge
Avg Rent: $1,859/month
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Wilmot
Avg Rent: $1,834/month
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North Dumfries
Avg Rent: $1,781/month
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Woolwich
Avg Rent: $1,904/month
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Guelph
Avg Rent: $1,906/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Kitchener?
The average rent in Kitchener is $1,736 per month, which is 0.5% lower than the national average of $1,745.
What is the average rent for a house in Kitchener?
The average rent for a house in Kitchener, ON is $2,578 per month.
What is the average rent for a townhome in Kitchener?
The average rent for a townhome in Kitchener, ON is $2,234 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Kitchener?
Rents in Kitchener, ON are decreasing, with prices down 0.9% year-over-year and $15 less per month.
What rent range is most common in Kitchener?
In Kitchener, ON, 68% 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.