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Highlights

  • Rent Special
  • Pet Friendly

Location

385 Bell St S, Ottawa, ON K1S 4K3, CAN|Centretown West
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Management

Canci Rentals

Leasing office

(873) 800-5720

Property Overview

385 Bell St South earns a strong Zumper Expert Rating, with standout marks for amenities, location, price, and trustworthiness. It ranks highly for value for money and is noted for work-from-home living and sustainability, with utilities included, high-speed internet, a quiet setting, thermostats, nearby public transit, and walkable access.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 385 Bell St South is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 385 Bell St South has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Work-from-home
  • Eco living

Floor plans

2 Bedroom2 bed1 bath630 sqft$2,045 /mo
2 bedrooms2 bed1 bath630 sqft$2,195 /mo
2 Bedroom2 bed1 bath630 sqft$2,195 /mo

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Amenities for 385 Bell St South

Apartment Amenities

Central HeatCeramic Floors
HeatHot Water
Hydronic Heating

Appliances

DishwasherDishwasher Available
FridgeIndividual Thermostats
Stove

Tech

Alarm SystemInternet Ready

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
No Smoking AllowedOnsite Laundry
Video SurveillanceWheelchair Accessible

Neighborhood

Public TransitRestricted Key Access
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Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Deposit

One-time.

$2,045–$2,195

OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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Parking Policy

Surface Lot

Covered Lot

Surface Lot

Parking Fee

Monthly. 2 surface lots max.

$100

Covered Lot

Parking Fee

Monthly. 2 covered lots max.

$120

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Building details

Property details

Year built2006
Lease terms12 months
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About 385 Bell St South

Managed by Canci Rentals
HomeApartments in OttawaCentretown West 385 Bell St South

Standing just 500 meters from Dow's Lake, this Award Winning 15 unit apartment building Received a Certificate of Merit at the Ottawa Architectural Conservation Awards in 2006 for the successful infill development at this location. This apartment building is conveniently located near the intersection of Bronson Avenue and Carling Avenue. A short walk brings you to Dow's Lake and Little Italy, and a short commute brings you Carleton University and the Civic Hospital. Each unit comes equipped with a stove and fridge, and is heated with programmable hydronic floor heating. The top floor of this building has newly been renovated. Heat is included in the rent. Most units have water included in the rent. Please note that water is not included in units that have a dishwasher. This apartment is pet-friendly and the basement units are wheelchair accessible.


Year Built: 2006

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Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 385 Bell St South is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 385 Bell St South has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 385 Bell St South
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
385 Bell St South stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·10A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
385 Bell St South stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
385 Bell St South is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 385 Bell St South does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

385 Bell St South is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution

Eco living

  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • Public transit available nearby
  • Thermostats

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 385 Bell St South compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

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Rent trends in Centretown West

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 385 Bell St South to be 11% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Centretown West.

Median rents as of Jul 25 2026.
Centretown West
Ottawa
A table of studio rental data trends in Ottawa
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,688
September 2024$1,702
October 2024$1,683
November 2024$1,668
December 2024$1,655
January 2025$1,652
February 2025$1,654
March 2025$1,623
April 2025$1,597
May 2025$1,589
June 2025$1,599
July 2025$1,607
August 2025$1,616
September 2025$1,610
October 2025$1,579
November 2025$1,562
December 2025$1,549
January 2026$1,573
February 2026$1,599
March 2026$1,578
April 2026$1,581
May 2026$1,599
June 2026$1,603
July 2026$1,605
A table of studio rental data trends in Centretown West
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,625
September 2024$1,727
October 2024$1,749
November 2024$1,613
December 2024$1,535
January 2025$1,582
February 2025$1,621
March 2025$1,589
April 2025$1,547
May 2025$1,596
June 2025$1,660
July 2025$1,750
August 2025$1,750
September 2025$1,682
October 2025$1,623
November 2025$1,635
December 2025$1,743
January 2026$1,721
February 2026$1,550
March 2026$1,550
April 2026$1,597
May 2026$1,581
June 2026$1,571
July 2026$1,518

Affordability calculator

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$87,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $87,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms median monthly rent price of $2,195.
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Neighborhood

Centretown West | Ottawa, ON

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Ottawa near 385 Bell St S

Walking

9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 385 Bell St S, Ottawa

Groceries

8/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

8/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes

9/10
Wide variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

9/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

8/10
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk

Explore the area around 385 Bell St S

Seed to Sausage General
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Di Reinzo's Grocery
59 Champagne Ave S
Domestic Foods
595 Gladstone Ave
Sherwood Market & Deli
111 Sherwood Dr
Unrefined Olive
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