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Here's What A $1K Apartment Rental Looks Like In Different Ontario Cities

It's all about location.
Lead Writer, Travel

When it comes to places to live, location can make a big difference in the cost.

These Ontario $1K apartments are all priced the same, but what you get for your money varies in every city.

In Toronto, where prices are notoriously high, the apartment is unsurprisingly small, while places like Kingston offer a more spacious living area.

If you're thinking of moving into a new apartment, you might consider moving to a new city too.

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Toronto

Price: $1000

Address: 798 Richmond St. W., Toronto, ON

Description: This 236 square-foot bachelor apartment has water and heating included in the rent, and comes with 6 months of free parking.

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Kingston

Price: $999

Address: 117 Park St., Kingston, ON

Description: This 1-bedroom apartment is 560 square-feet and includes water and heating in the rent.

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Hamilton 

Price: $1000

Address: 66 King St. E., Hamilton, ON

Description: This 4-bedroom condo offers your own private suite with shared living accommodations. Netflix, internet, and cleaning services are included with rent.

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London

Price: $1085

Address: 301 Oxford St. Platts Lane, London, ON

Description: The bachelor apartment comes with access to a fitness centre, pools, and more. 

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Ottawa

Price: $899 - $1050

Address: 315 Holmwood Ave., Ottawa, ON

Description: You can move into a bachelor apartment for under $1k with heating and water included at this spot.

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Kitchener

Price: $999 - $1029

Address: 416 Lancaster St. W., Kitchener, ON

Description: With 1-bedrooms and bachelors available for around $1k, you can enjoy hardwood floors and fireplaces at this place.

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Windsor

Price: $1000

Address: 488 Oak St., Windsor, ON

Description: Boasting 2 bedrooms, this apartment is close to the university, shops, and more.

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  • Lead Writer

    Madeline Forsyth is a Toronto-based Lead Writer for Narcity Media. After earning her B.A. (Hons) at Queen's University, she spent a year travelling much of the world as a flight attendant. Now, she uses her experience in the travel industry and passion for writing to share stories about buzzworthy events and adventures across Canada and the globe. Madeline has been published in PopSugar and has interviewed sports and entertainment personalities for Narcity. She has covered and photographed restaurant openings as well as event launches such as the world premiere of the Dr. Seuss Experience. Some of her favourite things to write about include charming small towns and anything to do with Harry Potter.

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