Rental Market Trends in Sault Ste Marie, ON

Q: What is the average rent in Sault Ste Marie, ON?

As of August 2026, the average rent in Sault Ste Marie, ON was $1,401/month.

Updated August 2026

The average rent in Sault Ste Marie, ON is $1,401/month.

$1,401/month

Average Rent

411 Sq Ft

Average Size

-1.9%

Change / Year

152

Available Apartments

Sault Ste Marie rent varies by unit size and layout:

Studio apartments in Sault Ste Marie average $1,117 per month.
One-bedroom apartments in Sault Ste Marie average $1,401 per month.
Two-bedroom apartments in Sault Ste Marie average $1,598 per month.
Three-bedroom apartments in Sault Ste Marie average $1,981 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms

Average Rent

Average Sq Ft

Studio

$1,117/month

48 Sq Ft

One Bedroom

$1,401/month

411 Sq Ft

Two Bedroom

$1,598/month

332 Sq Ft

Three Bedroom

$1,981/month

148 Sq Ft

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How much has average rent changed in Sault Ste Marie, ON?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 1.9%, which averages out to $25 less per month.

Percentage*

Rent Range

0% Below $700/month

0% $700 - $1,000/month

0% $1,001 - $1,500/month

100% $1,501 - $2,000/month

0% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Sault Ste Marie, ON?

Because the average rent in Sault Ste Marie is $1,401, you’ll want to make about $4,670 per month or $56,040 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 Sault Ste Marie, ON compare to other nearby cities and neighbourhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Sault Ste Marie, 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.

Apartment Averages

Apartment Communities in Sault Ste Marie We Think You'll Love

One Ten Pim

110 Pim St,
Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 0G6

Studio - 2 Beds | $1,696 - $2,220

Campbell Place Apartments

275 Albert St E,
Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 6N7

1-2 Beds | $1,595 - $1,745

555 Albert St. W.

555 Albert St W,
Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 1C4

1-3 Beds | $1,350 - $1,800

615 Albert St. W.

615 Albert St W,
Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 1C7

1-3 Beds | $1,350 - $1,750

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Sault Ste Marie?

The average rent in Sault Ste Marie is $1,401 per month, which is 20.5% lower than the national average of $1,763.

Are rents going up or down in Sault Ste Marie?

Rents in Sault Ste Marie, ON are decreasing, with prices down 1.9% year-over-year and $25 less per month.

What rent range is most common in Sault Ste Marie?

In Sault Ste Marie, ON, 100% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

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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.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.