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Rental Market Trends in Saint John, NB

Updated July 2026

The average rent in Saint John, NB is $1,214/month.

$1,214/month

Average Rent

678 Sq Ft

Average Size

+3.9%

Change / Year

118

Available Apartments

Saint John rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Saint John average $1,075 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Saint John average $1,214 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Saint John average $1,487 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Saint John average $1,323 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,075/month
388 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,214/month
678 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,487/month
841 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,323/month
788 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Saint John, NB?

In the past year, rent has increased by 3.9%, which averages out to $48 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Saint John, NB

July 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Saint John, NB
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
17% $700 - $1,000/month
42% $1,001 - $1,500/month
42% $1,501 - $2,000/month
0% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Saint John, NB?

Because the average rent in Saint John is $1,214, you’ll want to make about $4,046 per month or $48,552 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.

City

Saint John, NB

118 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Saint John, NB compare to other nearby cities and neighbourhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Saint John, NB 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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Apartment Averages

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Calabria Estates

Calabria Estates

50 Via Calabria St,
Saint John, NB E2J 0K9

2 Beds | $1,900 - $2,050

41 - 51 Noel

41 - 51 Noel

41 Noel Av,
Saint John, NB E2K 4M1

2-3 Beds | $1,800 - $2,300

99 King St

99 King St

99 King St,
Saint John, NB E2L 2H7

2 Beds | $2,400

99 King St

99 King St

99 King St,
Saint John, NB E2L 2H7

2 Beds | $2,400

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Saint John?

The average rent in Saint John is $1,214 per month, which is 30.6% lower than the national average of $1,750.

Are rents going up or down in Saint John?

Rents in Saint John, NB are increasing, with prices up 3.9% year-over-year and $48 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Saint John?

In Saint John, NB, 42% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

Canada New Brunswick Saint John Rental Trends

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.

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