Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on November 1, 2026
Average rent in
Hamilton, ON
Average rent in
Last updated on November 1, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Hamilton, ON rent slipped 5.0% year over year, with a current median of $1,757/month. Renters are paying $92 less per month on average than last year, while month-to-month rent is essentially flat as of October 2026.
Compared to national trends
Hamilton sits 7.5% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering a moderately priced market with 297 total rentals available across the city.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in Hamilton run around $1,250/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,580/month, and 2-bedrooms around $1,995/month, with 3-bedrooms at $2,497/month and 4+ bedrooms at $2,424/month. These bedroom tiers represent the range most renters encounter in the city.
Neighborhood spotlight
Fessenden rents fell 47.5% year over year to $1,679/month across 19 rentals, and Kirkendall South declined 46.8% to $1,595/month across 21 rentals. These declines contrast with the citywide 5.0% drop, showing localized cooling in these neighborhoods.
Median rent
Median rent in Hamilton
$1,757/mo
5%vs previous year
The average rent in Hamilton is $1,757 per month as of October 2026. This is 8% below the national average rent, or $143 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Hamilton
297
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Hamilton rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Hamilton, ON
Average rent prices in Hamilton have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 5% 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
Hamilton, ON
Rent prices in Hamilton vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Hamilton is $1,750, whereas a house costs $1,979. 1-bedroom apartments in Hamilton run $1,580 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,999.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,250 | 2% |  5% | |
1 bedroom | $1,580 | No Change | 4% | |
2 bedroom | $1,995 | 2% | 2% | |
3 bedroom | $2,497 | No Change | No Change | |
4 bedroom | $2,424 | No Change | 13% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Beasley | $2,200 | |
Central Hamilton | $1,952 | |
Centremount | $2,097 | |
Corktown | $1,789 | |
Durand | $1,500 | |
Landsdale | $1,400 | |
Raleigh | $1,999 | |
Riverdale West | $1,799 | |
Stinson | $1,350 | |
Stoney Creek Estates | $1,649 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,750 | 1% | 4% | |
Condos | $2,000 | No Change | 6% | |
Houses | $1,979 | No Change | 12% | |
Rooms | $675 | 7% | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,250
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
5%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,580
Last year
4%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,995
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
2%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,497
Last year
No Change
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,424
Last year
13%
Beasley
Average rent
$2,200
Corktown
Average rent
$1,789
Centremount
Average rent
$2,097
Durand
Average rent
$1,500
Stinson
Average rent
$1,350
Riverdale West
Average rent
$1,799
Central Hamilton
Average rent
$1,952
Landsdale
Average rent
$1,400
Raleigh
Average rent
$1,999
Stoney Creek Estates
Average rent
$1,649
Apartments
Average rent
$1,750
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
4%
Condos
Average rent
$2,000
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
6%
Houses
Average rent
$1,979
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
12%
Rooms
Average rent
$675
Last 30 days
7%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Hamilton, 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 Hamilton, ON compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Hamilton and Brampton by all bedroom counts and property types.
Hamilton
8%lower than the national median
19%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Hamilton, ON is 22% lower than the median rent in Brampton, ON.
Average rent in nearby cities
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3%$1,875
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5%$2,370
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3%$1,695
6%$2,399
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9%$1,977
1%Discover rentals in Hamilton, ON
5d+ ago
Strathcona house for rent in Hamilton
1 bed
1 bath
$595
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.House for rent
Available Oct 13
5d+ ago
Strathcona condo for rent in Hamilton
1 bed
2 baths
$595
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 Feb 23
1d ago
30 West Ave N, Hamilton, ON L8L 8B8
1 bed
1 bath
$900
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
3d ago
1686 Main St W, Hamilton, ON L8S 0A2
3–5 beds
1–2 baths
$1,045–$1,495
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
9h ago
43 Highway 8 && 1 Hughson St N, Hamilton, ON L8N None
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,799–$3,485
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
6h ago
140 Main St W, Hamilton, ON L8P 0B8
1–3 beds
1–4 baths
$1,720–$3,305
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 Dec 10
1d ago
300 Albright Rd, Hamilton, ON L8K
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,850–$3,200
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
500 Upper Wellington St, Hamilton, ON L9A 3P5
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,640–$2,995
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
7h ago
Verified
100 Main St E, Hamilton, ON L8N 3W4
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,799–$2,424
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
2h ago
Verified
40 Grandville Ave, Hamilton, ON L8E 1J7
Studio–3 beds
1 bath
$1,525–$2,349
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
8h ago
Verified
35 Brock St, Hamilton, ON L8L 4L7
1–3 beds
1 bath
$1,671–$2,549
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
1d ago
Verified
123 Charlton Ave E, Hamilton, ON L8N 3W3
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,360–$1,860
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
2h ago
Verified
40 Grandville Ave, Hamilton, ON L8E 1J7
Studio–3 beds
1 bath
$1,525–$2,349
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
8h ago
Verified
35 Brock St, Hamilton, ON L8L 4L7
1–3 beds
1 bath
$1,671–$2,549
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
1d ago
Verified
25 Tindale Crt, Hamilton, ON L8K 6C8
2–3 beds
1 bath
$1,749–$2,725
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
1d ago
Verified
8 4-8 Grant, Hamilton, ON L9H 4L4
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,575–$2,074
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
7h ago
Verified
100 Main St E, Hamilton, ON L8N 3W4
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,799–$2,424
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
2h ago
Verified
40 Grandville Ave, Hamilton, ON L8E 1J7
Studio–3 beds
1 bath
$1,525–$2,349
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
8h ago
Verified
35 Brock St, Hamilton, ON L8L 4L7
1–3 beds
1 bath
$1,671–$2,549
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
1d ago
Verified
123 Charlton Ave E, Hamilton, ON L8N 3W3
1–2 beds
1 bath
$1,360–$1,860
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 Hamilton, ON
Quick answers to common questions about the Hamilton rental market.
How much is rent in Hamilton?
The average rent in Hamilton is $1,757 per month as of October 31, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Hamilton?
Average rent prices in Hamilton have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 5% since last year.
How does Hamilton rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Hamilton is 8% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $143 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Hamilton?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Hamilton are Stinson ($1,350/mo), Landsdale ($1,400/mo), and Durand ($1,500/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Hamilton?
To comfortably afford rent in Hamilton, you'd need to earn approximately $70,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Hamilton?
June offers the lowest rents of the year in Hamilton, while December provides the least competition from other renters. August tends to be the most competitive month with higher demand relative to available inventory.
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).