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It looks like big-city living isn't so out of reach anymore! That's because some of the most expensive markets in Canada are seeing the cheapest rent in years.

In fact, two of the most costly cities in the country, Toronto and Vancouver, hit a record low in terms of rent, which has not been seen since 2017, according to PadMapper's March 2021 Canadian report.

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If you’ve ever wondered if you could get more bang for your buck living in another Canadian city — this data has got answers for you!

Rental company PadMapper has shared their research into the average rent cost in Canada’s busiest cities and the price difference between the top and bottom of the list is pretty staggering.

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Talk about pricey! Canada’s most expensive cities to rent a small apartment were just revealed in a new report and the average costs in some spots are eye-watering.

On February 15, rental company PadMapper shared their data exploring which Canadian cities were the least affordable for people wanting to rent a one-bedroom home.

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It is time to ditch your bachelor pad. Right now, several Ottawa apartments are offering free rent to get you to move in.

All the buildings below will give you at least one month complimentary if you sign a lease. But some spots add extra perks, like gift cards, gym memberships or a parking spot.

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Looking for somewhere affordable to live can seem impossible. To save you hours of searching, we gathered nine cheap apartments in Ottawa that you can rent right now.

According to Rentals.ca, a one-bedroom unit's average price is $1565, while a two-bedroom jumps to $1993 per month. For many, that price might out of your budget, leaving you struggling to find somewhere to live.

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