Ottawa · Eastern Ontario

Rooms for rent in Ottawa

Private rooms, rooms with their own bathroom and shared rooms in homes and condos, rented by private landlords. Every ad in Ottawa has photos, a map and what's nearby, and you can book a tour or your dates online.

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Renting in Ottawa

Ottawa's rental market is driven by government jobs and three post-secondary schools, with rooms near campus and family homes in the suburbs.

Popular areasCentretown, The Glebe, Sandy Hill, Westboro, Kanata, Orléans, Barrhaven

Getting aroundOC Transpo buses and the O-Train light rail

Colleges & universitiesUniversity of Ottawa, Carleton University, Algonquin College

Renter tipRooms in Sandy Hill and near Carleton go quickly before September. Start looking in early summer for a fall move.

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Frequently asked questions

Do I have tenant rights if I rent a room in Ottawa?

Usually yes, under Ontario's Residential Tenancies Act. The main exception is when you share a kitchen or bathroom with the owner who lives in the home. Read our guide to renting a room.

How much deposit can a landlord in Ottawa ask for?

For most rentals, a landlord can ask for last month's rent and a refundable key deposit, but not a damage deposit. Ontario deposit rules explained.

Is it free to use twnhouse?

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