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Highlights

  • Rent Special
  • Pet Friendly

Location

545 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON K1N 0E3, CAN|Lower Town
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Management

Chenier Group

Leasing office

(819) 307-0896

Property Overview

545 Rideau Apartments receives an impressive Zumper expert rating of 9 out of 10, highlighting its appeal to renters due to competitive pricing, outstanding amenities, and a prime location that scores 9 out of 10. It excels in value for money and value per square foot within its area while demonstrating a commitment to transparency and trust. Additionally, the property is noted for pet-friendliness, offering outdoor spaces for residents.

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

9.0
Excellent
545 Rideau Apartments is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • More space

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Eco living

Floor plans

215-315 - One Bedroom and Den1 bed1 bath570 sqft$1,775 /mo
403-903 - 1 Bedroom1 bed1 bath430 sqft$1,825 /mo1 unit available
402-902 - 1 Bedroom1 bed1 bath495 sqft$1,845 /mo
414-914 - One Bedroom1 bed1 bath581 sqft$1,850 /mo
404-904 - 1 Bedroom and Den1 bed1 bath581 sqft$1,925 /mo
412-912 - 2 Bedroom2 bed2 bath807 sqft$2,450 /mo1 unit available
Heritage Townhouse Unit2 bed2 bath$2,485 /mo

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Amenities for 545 Rideau Apartments

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningCentral Air Conditioning
Central HeatView
Vinyl Plank FloorsWindow Coverings

Appliances

DishwasherFridge
In-Unit LaundryIndividual Thermostats
MicrowaveStove
Washer In-Suite

Building

Bicycle RoomCats OK
Controlled AccessDogs OK
ElevatorFitness Center
No Smoking AllowedOnsite Laundry
Recreation RoomResidents Lounge
Rooftop BBQ AreaSocial Room
Video SurveillanceWheelchair Accessible

Grounds

Exercise RoomGarage Parking
Outdoor SpaceStorage

Services

24/7 Emergency ServiceOn-Site Management

Neighborhood

Grocery Store NearbyPublic Transit
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

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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Parking Policy

Garage Lot

Other

Garage Lot

Parking Fee

Monthly. 2 garage lots max. Unassigned parking.

$225

Other

Parking Fee

Monthly. 2 others max. Unassigned parking.

$250

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Building details

Property details

Year built2021
Lease terms12 months
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About 545 Rideau Apartments

HomeApartments in OttawaLower Town 545 Rideau Apartments

545 Rideau is everything you expect from a modern apartment. Situated on the corner of Rideau Street and Cobourg Street in historical Lowertown Ottawa, these rental units blend new-era comfort and aesthetic with a community steeped in heritage. The building features: - Gym - Tenant Lounge - Roof top terrace with a BBQ - Party room (fees apply) - Indoor bike storage ($10/mth) - Storage Cages ($45/mth) - Indoor heated parking ($225/mth - if available) Heat, water, and electricity are extra. $150-200 per month is the current estimate but it highly depends on lifestyle. For more information such as floor plans, virtual tours, and to book an appointment, visit our website @ [545rideau.com](http://545rideau.com)


Year Built: 2021

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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.
9.0
/10
Excellent
545 Rideau Apartments is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated 545 Rideau Apartments
Price·10A 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.
545 Rideau Apartments offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
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.
545 Rideau Apartments 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.
545 Rideau Apartments 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust 545 Rideau Apartments to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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.

545 Rideau Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property

Eco living

  • Public transit available nearby
  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • 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 545 Rideau Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
More space
The 1-bedroom is 15 sqft larger than other listings nearby

Considerations

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Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Lower Town

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 5% lower than 1-bedrooms in Lower Town.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 545 Rideau Apartments to be 1% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Lower Town.

Median rents as of Jan 31 2026.
Lower Town
Ottawa
A table of studio rental data trends in Ottawa
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$1,550
March 2024$1,546
April 2024$1,545
May 2024$1,544
June 2024$1,549
July 2024$1,590
August 2024$1,670
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
A table of studio rental data trends in Lower Town
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$1,587
March 2024$1,729
April 2024$1,692
May 2024$1,682
June 2024$1,731
July 2024$1,764
August 2024$1,693
September 2024$1,665
October 2024$1,623
November 2024$1,513
December 2024$1,557
January 2025$1,503
February 2025$1,503
March 2025$1,569
April 2025$1,542
May 2025$1,600
June 2025$1,662
July 2025$1,699
August 2025$1,585
September 2025$1,559
October 2025$1,696
November 2025$1,675
December 2025$1,639
January 2026$1,670

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 545 Rideau St?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$73,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $73,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $1,845.
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Getting around Ottawa near 545 Rideau St

Walking

10/10
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

9/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 545 Rideau St, Ottawa

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

8/10
Variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes

6/10
Variety of cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

9/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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Loblaws
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Ibjmarket Multi-Service
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Solfarmers
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Arturo's Market
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