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Rental Market Trends in Vancouver, BC

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Vancouver, BC is $2,270/month.

$2,270/month

Average Rent

526 Sq Ft

Average Size

-0.5%

Change / Year

1,735

Available Apartments

Vancouver rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Vancouver average $2,010 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Vancouver average $2,270 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Vancouver average $3,163 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Vancouver average $4,184 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$2,010/month
418 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,270/month
526 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,163/month
785 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$4,184/month
1,103 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,021/month
364 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,746/month
361 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,692/month
312 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$5,401/month
826 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,934/month
639 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,033/month
867 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,875/month
497 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,652/month
643 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$4,252/month
514 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Vancouver, BC?

In the past year, rent has decreased by 0.5%, which averages out to $11 less per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Vancouver, BC

September 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
23% $1,501 - $2,000/month
69% 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
$1,835/month
477 Sq Ft
Marpole
$2,131/month
555 Sq Ft
Killarney
$2,230/month
590 Sq Ft
Kerrisdale
$2,333/month
622 Sq Ft
Hastings-Sunrise
$2,399/month
635 Sq Ft
Renfrew-Collingwood
$2,469/month
545 Sq Ft
Kitsilano
$2,525/month
560 Sq Ft
Kensington-Cedar Cottage
$2,542/month
562 Sq Ft
Oakridge
$2,555/month
510 Sq Ft
Shaughnessy
$2,580/month
536 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighbourhoods in Vancouver?

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

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighbourhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Vancouver
$3,035/month
602 Sq Ft
Mount Pleasant
$2,841/month
622 Sq Ft
Strathcona
$2,830/month
592 Sq Ft
West End
$2,677/month
564 Sq Ft
Riley Park
$2,664/month
545 Sq Ft
South Cambie
$2,661/month
523 Sq Ft
Fairview
$2,641/month
548 Sq Ft
Arbutus Ridge
$2,584/month
714 Sq Ft
Shaughnessy
$2,580/month
536 Sq Ft
Oakridge
$2,555/month
510 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
$2,677/month
564 Sq Ft
Downtown Vancouver
$3,035/month
602 Sq Ft
Marpole
$2,131/month
555 Sq Ft
Kensington-Cedar Cottage
$2,542/month
562 Sq Ft
Kitsilano
$2,525/month
560 Sq Ft
Fairview
$2,641/month
548 Sq Ft
Kerrisdale
$2,333/month
622 Sq Ft
Oakridge
$2,555/month
510 Sq Ft
Mount Pleasant
$2,841/month
622 Sq Ft
Shaughnessy
$2,580/month
536 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 $2,270, you’ll want to make about $7,566 per month or $90,792 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

1,735 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
$1,628/month
$2,247/month
One Bedroom
$1,995/month
$2,666/month
Two Bedroom
$2,716/month
$3,526/month
Three Bedroom
$4,410/month
$4,161/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

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

  • North Vancouver

    North Vancouver

    Avg Rent: $2,411/month

  • Richmond

    Richmond

    Avg Rent: $1,967/month

  • West Vancouver

    West Vancouver

    Avg Rent: $2,439/month

  • Burnaby

    Burnaby

    Avg Rent: $1,955/month

  • North Vancouver District

    North Vancouver District

    Avg Rent: $2,289/month

  • New Westminster

    New Westminster

    Avg Rent: $1,934/month

  • Delta

    Delta

    Avg Rent: $1,806/month

  • Port Moody

    Port Moody

    Avg Rent: $1,963/month

Apartment Communities in Vancouver We Think You'll Love

1770 Pendrell

1770 Pendrell

1770 Pendrell St,
Vancouver, BC V6G 0C5

1-2 Beds | $2,625 - $3,650

Spencer House

Spencer House

492 W 41 St Ave,
Vancouver, BC V5Z 3A6

Studio - 2 Beds | $2,071 - $3,486

3583 Kingsway

3583 Kingsway

3583 Kingsway,
Vancouver, BC V5R 5L9

Studio - 2 Beds | $1,795 - $3,009

Wesley Place

Wesley Place

1022 Nelson St,
Vancouver, BC V6E 4S7

Studio - 2 Beds | $2,035 - $3,295

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Vancouver?

The average rent in Vancouver is $2,270 per month, which is 30.2% higher than the national average of $1,743.

What is the average rent for a house in Vancouver?

The average rent for a house in Vancouver, BC is $3,692 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Vancouver?

The average rent for a townhome in Vancouver, BC is $3,652 per month.

What is the average rent for a condo in Vancouver?

The average rent for a condo in Vancouver, BC is $2,934 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Vancouver?

Rents in Vancouver, BC are decreasing, with prices down 0.5% year-over-year and $11 less per month.

What rent range is most common in Vancouver?

In Vancouver, BC, 69% 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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