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Rental Market Trends in Vancouver, BC

Updated July 2026

The average rent in Vancouver, BC is $2,252/month.

$2,252/month

Average Rent

519 Sq Ft

Average Size

-1.2%

Change / Year

2,026

Available Apartments

Vancouver rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Vancouver average $2,006 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Vancouver average $2,252 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Vancouver average $3,172 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Vancouver average $4,131 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$2,006/month
417 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,252/month
519 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,172/month
774 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$4,131/month
1,182 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,925/month
360 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,815/month
416 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,465/month
385 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$5,645/month
511 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,389/month
416 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,199/month
811 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,923/month
510 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,554/month
689 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$4,314/month
715 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Vancouver, BC?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 1.2%, which averages out to $27 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Vancouver, BC

July 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Vancouver, BC
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
1% $700 - $1,000/month
8% $1,001 - $1,500/month
24% $1,501 - $2,000/month
68% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighbourhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighbourhoods in Vancouver?

Based on current rent prices, Sunset, Marpole and Killarney are the most affordable neighbourhoods in Vancouver.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighbourhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Sunset
$1,964/month
500 Sq Ft
Marpole
$2,158/month
559 Sq Ft
Killarney
$2,231/month
576 Sq Ft
Grandview-Woodland
$2,312/month
579 Sq Ft
Kensington-Cedar Cottage
$2,371/month
537 Sq Ft
Kerrisdale
$2,393/month
608 Sq Ft
Hastings-Sunrise
$2,416/month
626 Sq Ft
Shaughnessy
$2,472/month
558 Sq Ft
Oakridge
$2,480/month
533 Sq Ft
Riley Park
$2,511/month
565 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighbourhoods in Vancouver?

Based on current rent prices, Downtown Vancouver, Strathcona and Mount Pleasant are the most expensive neighbourhoods in Vancouver.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighbourhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Vancouver
$3,051/month
609 Sq Ft
Strathcona
$2,835/month
651 Sq Ft
Mount Pleasant
$2,741/month
646 Sq Ft
Fairview
$2,684/month
562 Sq Ft
Arbutus Ridge
$2,679/month
905 Sq Ft
Renfrew-Collingwood
$2,661/month
548 Sq Ft
West End
$2,650/month
564 Sq Ft
Kitsilano
$2,572/month
573 Sq Ft
South Cambie
$2,531/month
533 Sq Ft
Riley Park
$2,511/month
565 Sq Ft

Which Vancouver neighbourhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighbourhoods in Vancouver with the most apartments available are West End, Downtown Vancouver and Marpole .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighbourhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
West End
$2,650/month
564 Sq Ft
Downtown Vancouver
$3,051/month
609 Sq Ft
Marpole
$2,158/month
559 Sq Ft
Fairview
$2,684/month
562 Sq Ft
Mount Pleasant
$2,741/month
646 Sq Ft
Oakridge
$2,480/month
533 Sq Ft
Kitsilano
$2,572/month
573 Sq Ft
Strathcona
$2,835/month
651 Sq Ft
Kerrisdale
$2,393/month
608 Sq Ft
Riley Park
$2,511/month
565 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Vancouver, BC?

Because the average rent in Vancouver is $2,252, you’ll want to make about $7,506 per month or $90,072 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

Vancouver, BC

2,026 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Vancouver, BC compare to other nearby cities and neighbourhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Vancouver, 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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Apartment Averages

Sunset

Vancouver, BC

Downtown Vancouver

Vancouver, BC

Studio
$1,678/month
$2,266/month
One Bedroom
$1,977/month
$2,560/month
Two Bedroom
$2,714/month
$3,527/month
Three Bedroom
$4,402/month
$4,062/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

  • Richmond

    Richmond

  • Burnaby

    Burnaby

  • New Westminster

    New Westminster

  • Delta

    Delta

  • Port Moody

    Port Moody

Apartment Communities in Vancouver We Think You'll Love

1770 Pendrell

1770 Pendrell

1770 Pendrell St,
Vancouver, BC V6G 0C5

1-2 Beds | $2,675 - $3,650

855 Jervis

855 Jervis

855 Jervis St,
Vancouver, BC V6E 2B2

Studio - 1 Bed | $2,052 - $2,669

Chroma

Chroma

1888 Scotia St,
Vancouver, BC V5T 0L3

Studio - 2 Beds | $1,889 - $4,490

Eastward

Eastward

1881 11th Av,
Vancouver, BC V5N 0K7

3 Beds | $4,908 - $5,008

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Vancouver?

The average rent in Vancouver is $2,252 per month, which is 27.6% higher than the national average of $1,765.

What is the average rent for a house in Vancouver?

The average rent for a house in Vancouver, BC is $3,465 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Vancouver?

The average rent for a townhome in Vancouver, BC is $3,554 per month.

What is the average rent for a condo in Vancouver?

The average rent for a condo in Vancouver, BC is $2,389 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Vancouver?

Rents in Vancouver, BC are decreasing, with prices down 1.2% year-over-year and $27 less per month.

What rent range is most common in Vancouver?

In Vancouver, BC, 68% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

Canada British Columbia Vancouver 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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