Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on October 28, 2026
Average rent in
Guelph, ON
Average rent in
Last updated on October 28, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Guelph, ON rent slipped 2.4% year over year, with a current median of $2,099/month. Renters today are paying $51 less per month on average than last year, while month-to-month rent is essentially flat.
Compared to national trends
Guelph rents run 10.5% more expensive than the $1,900/month national median, positioning it as a moderately priced market with 77 total rentals available.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in Guelph rent for about $1,510/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,970/month, and 2-bedrooms near $2,299/month, with 3-bedrooms at $2,690/month and 4+ bedrooms reaching $3,300/month. These ranges reflect the variety of options available to renters by bedroom count.
Median rent
Median rent in Guelph
$2,099/mo
2%vs previous year
The average rent in Guelph is $2,099 per month as of October 2026. This is 10% above the national average rent, or $199 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Guelph
77
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Guelph rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Guelph, ON
Average rent prices in Guelph have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 2% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Guelph, ON
Rent prices in Guelph vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Guelph is $2,099, whereas a house costs $2,597. 1-bedroom apartments in Guelph run $1,989 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $2,330.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,510 | 12% | 23% | |
1 bedroom | $1,969 | No Change | 1% | |
2 bedroom | $2,299 |  2% | 1% | |
3 bedroom | $2,690 | 7% | 9% | |
4 bedroom | $3,300 | No Change | 8% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Exhibition Park | $2,027 | |
Grange Hill East | $2,295 | |
Guelph Downtown | $1,950 | |
Hanlon Creek | $2,116 | |
Onward Willow | $1,972 | |
Parkwood Gardens | $2,139 | |
The Junction | $2,116 | |
Waverley | $2,049 | |
West Willow Woods | $2,049 | |
Westminster Woods | $2,099 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $2,099 | 1% | 2% | |
Condos | $2,195 | 4% | 17% | |
Houses | $2,597 | 3% | 10% | |
Rooms | $880 | 227% | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,510
Last 30 days
12%
Last year
23%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,969
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
1%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$2,299
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
1%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,690
Last 30 days
7%
Last year
9%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$3,300
Last year
8%
Grange Hill East
Average rent
$2,295
Onward Willow
Average rent
$1,972
Guelph Downtown
Average rent
$1,950
Exhibition Park
Average rent
$2,027
Hanlon Creek
Average rent
$2,116
Parkwood Gardens
Average rent
$2,139
The Junction
Average rent
$2,116
Waverley
Average rent
$2,049
Westminster Woods
Average rent
$2,099
West Willow Woods
Average rent
$2,049
Apartments
Average rent
$2,099
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
2%
Condos
Average rent
$2,195
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
17%
Houses
Average rent
$2,597
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
10%
Rooms
Average rent
$880
Last 30 days
227%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Guelph, ON, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Guelph, ON compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Guelph and Brampton by all bedroom counts and property types.
Guelph
10%higher than the national median
18%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Guelph, ON is 7% lower than the median rent in Brampton, ON.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$2,245
2%$2,295
1%$2,030
4%$1,675
12%$1,825
$2,049
5%$1,749
3%$1,839
3%$1,855
4%$2,200
3%$2,250
5%$1,995
Discover rentals in Guelph, ON
4d ago
45 Surrey St E, Guelph, ON N1H 3P6
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$795–$1,375
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
17h ago
380/400 Waterloo Ave, Guelph, ON N1H
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,710–$2,099
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Mar 1
29m ago
100 Silvercreek Pky N, Guelph, ON N1H 7E9
1–3 beds
1 bath
$1,729–$2,690
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
21h ago
5 Schroder Cres, Guelph, ON N1E 0N2
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,878–$2,055
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Jul 15
15h ago
100 Starwood Dr, Guelph, ON N1E 0V3
2 beds
2 baths
$3,599–$6,132
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
13h ago
80 80, 90, 100 Starwood Drive, Guelph, ON N1E 0V2
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,079–$3,099
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
5 Douglas St, Guelph, ON N1H 2S8
2 beds
1 bath
$2,835
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5h ago
978 Paisley Rd, Guelph, ON N1K 0C9
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,039–$2,699
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
29m ago
100 Silvercreek Pky N, Guelph, ON N1H 7E9
1–3 beds
1 bath
$1,729–$2,690
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
13h ago
80 80, 90, 100 Starwood Drive, Guelph, ON N1E 0V2
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,079–$3,099
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
1d ago
425 Watson Pky N, Guelph, ON N1E 0T9
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,925–$2,654
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
772 Paisley Rd, Guelph, ON N1K 0C3
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,099–$2,512
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1440 Gordon St, Guelph, ON N1L 1C8
1 bed
1 bath
$1,688
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 1
2d ago
Verified
2 beds
1.5 baths
$2,200
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Condo for rent
Available Nov 1
2h ago
98 Farley Dr, Guelph, ON N1L 0R3
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,389–$2,609
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
11h ago
244/246 Willow Rd, Guelph, ON N1H
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,475–$1,599
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Aug 15
29m ago
100 Silvercreek Pky N, Guelph, ON N1H 7E9
1–3 beds
1 bath
$1,729–$2,690
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
13h ago
80 80, 90, 100 Starwood Drive, Guelph, ON N1E 0V2
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,079–$3,099
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
1d ago
425 Watson Pky N, Guelph, ON N1E 0T9
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,925–$2,654
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
772 Paisley Rd, Guelph, ON N1K 0C3
2 beds
2 baths
$2,249–$2,512
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Guelph, ON
Quick answers to common questions about the Guelph rental market.
How much is rent in Guelph?
The average rent in Guelph is $2,099 per month as of October 24, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Guelph?
Average rent prices in Guelph have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 2% since last year.
How does Guelph rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Guelph is 10% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $199 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Guelph?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Guelph are Guelph Downtown ($1,950/mo), Onward Willow ($1,972/mo), and Exhibition Park ($2,027/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Guelph?
To comfortably afford rent in Guelph, you'd need to earn approximately $84,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Guelph?
April offers the lowest rents in Guelph with roughly a 4% difference from peak August prices, while December stands out as the least competitive month with lower overall demand.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).