• Winnipeg’s rental market strengthened across nearly every neighbourhood
  • Five of Winnipeg’s six neighbourhoods recorded year-over-year increases in unfurnished one-bedroom rents. Winnipeg Downtown led the gains with a 5.0% increase ($1,293 → $1,357), while St. Boniface was the only neighbourhood to record a decline, falling 1.8% ($1,306 → $1,283).
    
• East Winnipeg recorded the strongest rental growth since the start of the year
  • East Winnipeg posted the largest start-of-year increase in unfurnished one-bedroom rents, rising 8.4% from $1,269 in January to $1,376 in July, making it Winnipeg’s fastest-growing rental market in 2026.
    
• South Winnipeg remained the city’s most expensive rental market in July
  • South Winnipeg had the highest average unfurnished one-bedroom rent in July at $1,403/month, ahead of East Winnipeg at $1,376/month and West Winnipeg at $1,362/month. It also increased 1.2% month-to-month from $1,387 and 1.1% year-over-year from $1,388.

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Average rent across Winnipeg

This month, the average rent for an unfurnished one-bedroom unit was $1,353/month, keeping it well below prices in other major Canadian rental markets like Metro Vancouver and Toronto. Compared with last month, Winnipeg’s average rent for an unfurnished one-bedroom unit increased by $15 to $1,353/month.

Month-to-month rent change

To better understand how rent prices have changed in Winnipeg, let’s look at the most significant changes for unfurnished one-bedroom units this month.

North End saw the only decrease this month, while East Winnipeg and St. Boniface recorded the largest increases.

Winnipeg unfurnished vs. furnished rent averages

This July, average monthly rent prices for unfurnished one-bedroom units increased by 1.1% to $1,353/month.

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Neighbourhood breakdown

Winnipeg’s most and least expensive neighbourhoods had slightly different average rent prices this July. This month, St. Boniface is the cheapest neighbourhood to rent in at an average of $1,283/month for an unfurnished one-bedroom unit. Meanwhile, Meanwhile, South Winnipeg is the most expensive neighbourhood, at an average of $1,403/month. That is $120 more than in St. Boniface.

Let’s look even closer at the different listing types to see the differences in one-, two-, and three-bedroom rental rates across each area.

• All unfurnished one-bedroom rent prices increased across Winnipeg neighbourhoods except North End.
• All types of unfurnished rental units increased in South Winnipeg.
• Unfurnished two-bedroom rent prices increased across all neighbourhoods except East Winnipeg.

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• Every Calgary quadrant and Edmonton sector recorded lower year-over-year unfurnished one-bedroom rents
  • All 11 neighbourhoods across Calgary and Edmonton saw year-over-year declines in unfurnished one-bedroom rents, ranging from 1.7% in Calgary Southwest ($1,554 to $1,527) to 7.5% in Edmonton Northeast ($1,291 to $1,194), highlighting broad rental market softening across Alberta’s two largest cities.
    
• Downtown Edmonton continued to soften across every comparison period
  • Downtown Edmonton’s unfurnished one-bedroom rents declined 5.7% month-to- month (from $1,290 to $1,217), 3.9% since January (from $1,267 to $1,217), and 5.7% year-over-year (from $1,290 to $1,217), making it the strongest example of sustained rental market weakness in Alberta.
    
• Calgary Southwest remained Alberta’s most resilient premium rental market
  • Calgary Southwest’s unfurnished one-bedroom rents increased 2% month-to-month (from $1,498 to $1,527) and 2.4% since January (from $1,492 to $1,527), while recording only a 1.7% year-over-year decline (from $1,554 to $1,527)—the smallest annual decline among Calgary quadrants.
    

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As of July 15, 2026, the Bank of Canada held its target overnight rate at 2.25%, marking the sixth consecutive announcement with no change. Many economists expect the Bank to remain cautious through 2026 as inflation and economic uncertainty persist.

Let’s take a look now at the current rental costs and overarching trends in Calgary and Edmonton for July 2026. Don’t forget, you can download the entire report as a one-page infographic PDF below.

Average rent across Calgary

This July, Calgary’s city-wide average monthly rent price for an unfurnished one-bedroom unit increased by $2, bringing the rate for an unfurnished one-bedroom unit to $1,469/month.

Month-to-month rent change

This chart breaks down the percentage change in rent prices across all of Calgary’s quadrants between June and July 2026.

For furnished one-bedroom units, Southeast saw the largest decrease, while Northeast saw the largest increase. For unfurnished one-bedroom units, Northeast and Northwest saw decreases, while Southwest saw the largest increase.

Average unfurnished vs furnished rates

Unfurnished vs furnished rates in Calgary

Average rates for furnished and unfurnished one-bedroom units in Calgary increased this month. The average monthly rent for an unfurnished one-bedroom unit increased by 0.13% to $1,469/month. Prices for furnished one-bedroom units increased by 0.89% to $1,624/month..

At present, furnished units cost an average of $155 more per month to rent than unfurnished units. This means that landlords may be able to earn higher monthly rent by offering furnished units.

Average rent across Edmonton

This month, Edmonton’s average monthly rent for an unfurnished one-bedroom unit decreased by $17 to $1,236/month. That is $68 lower than July 2025, when the average was $1,304/month.

Month-to-month rent change

This chart breaks down the percentage change in rent prices across all of Edmonton’s different sectors between June and July 2026.

This July, furnished one-bedroom rents increased the most in Northeast Edmonton, while Southwest Edmonton recorded the largest decrease. For unfurnished one-bedroom units, Northwest and Northeast Edmonton increased, while Downtown Edmonton saw the largest decrease.

Unfurnished vs furnished rates in Edmonton

In Edmonton, average monthly rent prices for furnished one-bedroom units increased 2.36% to $1,398/month, while prices for unfurnished one-bedroom units decreased 1.42% to $1,236/month. As of July 2026, furnished units in Edmonton rent for an average of $162 more than unfurnished units. This indicates that landlords may be able to earn higher monthly rent by offering furnished units, depending on furnishing costs and demand.

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Quadrant/Sector breakdown 

To better understand each of these cities’ average rental prices, let’s break down both Calgary and Edmonton into their constituent quadrants/sectors. We’ll examine prices and trends for one-, two-, and three-bedroom units in each city for a more in-depth analysis.

Quadrant breakdown: Calgary

• Prices decreased for unfurnished one-bedroom units in Northeast and Northwest.
• Prices decreased for all unfurnished three-bedroom units throughout Calgary.
• All furnished one-bedroom units increased in rental cost except Southeast Calgary.

Sector breakdown: Edmonton

• Rents increased for unfurnished one-bedroom units in Northeast and Northwest Edmonton.
• Unfurnished rents decreased in all two-bedroom unit types except in West Edmonton.
• All furnished unit types saw a decrease in rent in Southwest Edmonton.

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Rental resources for Alberta renters

You can read these comprehensive guides for more information on renting in Alberta and using liv.rent to streamline your rental process.

• FAQ: Landlord & tenant responsibilities in Alberta
• FAQ: Everything you need to know about rent deposits in Alberta
• The Complete User Guide To liv.rent For Landlords & Property Managers
• The Ultimate Renter’s Guide To Using liv.rent

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• Most GTA municipalities recorded lower year-over-year unfurnished one-bedroom rents
  • Most municipalities in the GTA recorded lower unfurnished one-bedroom rents compared with July 2025, with declines ranging from 0.6% in Burlington to 15.8% in Markham. Milton was the exception, increasing slightly by 0.3%.
    
• York Region records the GTA’s steepest year-over-year rent declines
  • Markham and Vaughan-Richmond Hill posted the largest year-over-year declines in unfurnished one-bedroom rents, falling by 15.8% and 14.8%, respectively.
    
• Downtown Toronto remains one of the GTA’s most expensive rental markets despite only a modest year-over-year decline
  • While most GTA municipalities recorded lower year-over-year rents, Downtown Toronto saw one of the smallest declines (declining by 1.0%, from $2,127 to $2,106.) and remained one of the region’s highest-priced markets for unfurnished one-bedroom rentals.
    

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As of June 10th, 2026, the Bank of Canada maintains the interest rate at 2.25%, marking the sixth consecutive announcement with no change. Many economists expect the Bank to remain cautious through 2026 as inflation and economic uncertainty persist.

As of July 2026, the City of Toronto’s average monthly rent for an unfurnished one-bedroom dropped YoY by $87, reaching a new average of $1,961/month.

Ontario rent trends

Compared to last month, the average rent price for an unfurnished one-bedroom unit in Toronto decreased by $9 this July to $1,961/month. On the other hand, the average rent for a furnished one-bedroom decreased by $11 since last month, bringing the rate to $1,918/month.

Planning on raising rent this year? Ontario’s annual allowable rent increase guideline for 2026 is 2.1%. Find out when and how you can increase rent and ensure you’re complying with provincial guidelines by reading our updated Guide to Ontario Rent Increases.

Month-to-month rent change

This chart breaks down the percentage change in rent prices across major Ontario cities and municipalities. between June and July 2026.

Unfurnished Toronto rent trends

For unfurnished one-bedroom units, Brampton and Scarborough saw the largest decreases, while Downtown Toronto and North York were the only areas shown that recorded increases.

Furnished Toronto rent trends

Furnished one-bedroom rents saw mixed movement this month. North York and Brampton recorded the strongest increases, while Vaughan-Richmond Hill and Downtown Toronto recorded decreases.

Toronto furnished vs. unfurnished averages

This month, prices for both furnished and unfurnished one-bedroom units decreased, falling by 0.58% to $1,918/month and by 0.48% to $1,961/month, respectively. The average furnished one-bedroom unit rents for $43 less than an unfurnished one-bedroom unit.

Rent per square foot

Our monthly Rent Reports also look more closely at the average rent per square foot in major Ontario cities and municipalities. This July, Downtown ($2.81/sq. ft.) had the highest rent per square foot. At the other end of the spectrum, Brampton had the lowest rent per square foot ($1.31/sq. ft.).

Active listing data

We’ll also look at detailed statistics for currently active listings available to see which property types and number of bedrooms are the most represented. For renters, these numbers show which types of units you’re most likely to encounter in the Greater Toronto Area, while for landlords, you can assess how much competition you’ll face based on the current supply.

Active listings by property type

As of July 2026, the most common rental property type was apartments, representing the vast majority of active listings in the GTA at 94.96%. Partial houses were the second most common unit type this month, representing a distant 3.17% of active listings, followed by houses at 1.72% and townhouses at 0.16%.

Active listings by number of bedrooms

In terms of the number of bedrooms, we saw a varied spread across active listings on the market this July. One-bedroom units were the most common type of listing in the GTA this month at 50.33%, while two-bedroom units represented 41.42% of the region’s active listings. Three-bedroom units made up the remaining 8.25%.

City breakdown

This July, Oshawa is the cheapest municipality among the GTA areas included in this section, while Oakville is the most expensive place to rent this month.

The average rent price for an unfurnished one-bedroom unit in Oakville currently stands at $2,132/month, while in Oshawa the same type of unit rents for an average of $1,652/month. That is a difference of $480 between the two.

With Ontario’s different communities being so diverse, we’re breaking down selected Ontario areas into its different cities and municipalities to see the price difference within listing types: one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom units, both unfurnished and furnished.

• All prices for unfurnished one-bedrooms decreased except in Downtown and North York.
• All prices for furnished one-bedroom rents increased everywhere except Vaughan-Richmond Hill and Downtown month-to-month.
• Downtown was the only area that saw an increase in price for all types of unfurnished units.

Rental averages for other Ontario cities

We’ve also looked at data from cities and municipalities in other regions within and surrounding the GTA. Looking at these additional cities, London is the least expensive to rent in July for one-bedroom unfurnished units at $1,487/month. Oakville is the most expensive for unfurnished one-bedroom units at $2,132/month.

For complete data on these cities as well as other municipalities outside of the Greater Toronto Area, download our full report here to view the complete report.

Most expensive cities in Canada

This July, the top 4 of the country’s most expensive cities are located in Metro Vancouver as West Vancouver claims the top spot as the most expensive city in the country to rent in, followed by North Vancouver, Vancouver, and Richmond with Burlington, Ontario rounding out the top 5.

Downloadable resources

Our complete July 2026 Rent Report has information on even more key areas, broken down into region and unit type for a complete overview of rental averages in Ontario. To view these and all the other new information we’ve added, be sure to download your copy of the Rent Report below.

Renting in Ontario

For more information on renting in Ontario, refer to these comprehensive resource posts:

• What’s A Standard Rental Application?
• What do you need when applying for a rental?
• What Can A Landlord Ask For On A Rental Application In Ontario?
• How Do I Fill Out A Rental Application?
• Ontario Standard Lease Explained
• Frequently Asked Questions: Everything You Need to Know About Eviction in Ontario

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• Unfurnished one-bedroom rents declined across every Metro Vancouver city year-over-year
  • All nine cities recorded lower unfurnished one-bedroom rents compared with July 2025, with declines ranging from 2.3% in Coquitlam to 10.1% in New Westminster. Across the nine municipalities, rents decreased by an average of approximately 6.5%.
    
• Burnaby shows the most consistent signs of rental-market softness
  • Burnaby rents declined across all six rental categories between January and July. Its largest start-of-year decrease was for furnished three-bedroom homes, which fell 12.4% from $3,476 to $3,046. Compared with July 2025, furnished three-bedroom rents were down approximately 20.2% from $3,815 to $3,046, the largest individual decline in the dataset.
    
• Surrey’s furnished rental market is outperforming its unfurnished market
  • Since January, Surrey’s furnished one-bedroom rents increased 9.4% from $1,772 to $1,939, while furnished two-bedroom rents rose 9.6% from $2,106 to $2,309. By comparison, unfurnished one-bedroom rents increased only 1.2%, while unfurnished two-bedroom rents decreased 2.5%.
    

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As of July 15, 2026, the Bank of Canada held its target overnight rate at 2.25%, marking the sixth consecutive announcement with no change. Many economists expect the Bank to remain cautious through 2026 as inflation and economic uncertainty persist. B.C.’s 2026 rent increase limit is capped at 2.3%.

Let’s look now at the current rental costs and overarching trends in Vancouver for July 2026.

Average rent across Metro Vancouver

This month, the average rent price for an unfurnished one-bedroom unit decreased slightly to a new average of $2,089/month. Since July 2025, Metro Vancouver’s average rate for an unfurnished one-bedroom unit has decreased by $143.

Planning on raising rent this year? B.C.’s new annual allowable rent increase limit for 2026 is 2.3%. Find out when and how to increase rent and ensure you comply with provincial guidelines by reading our updated Guide to B.C. Rent Increases.

Month-to-month rent change

To better understand how rent prices have changed in Metro Vancouver cities, let’s look at the most significant changes for both furnished and unfurnished one-bedroom units this month.

To better understand how rent prices have changed across Metro Vancouver cities, let’s look at the most significant month-to-month changes for furnished and unfurnished one-bedroom units. For furnished one-bedroom units, New Westminster (7.41%), Surrey (4.06%), and Coquitlam (2.56%) saw the most notable increases this month. Meanwhile, Burnaby (-4.95%), West Vancouver (-4.94%), and Vancouver (-3.75%) recorded the most notable decreases. For unfurnished one-bedroom units, Langley (2.41%) and Surrey (1.78%) saw the most notable increases, while North Vancouver (-2.69%) and New Westminster (-1.18%) recorded the most notable decreases.

Rent per square foot

Where’s the cheapest place to rent in Metro Vancouver based on how much space you get? As of July 2026, the average rent per square foot decreased to $3.15/sq. ft. The least expensive cities for square footage are Richmond ($2.32/sq.ft.), Coquitlam ($2.81/sq.ft.), and Langley($2.98/sq.ft.) Meanwhile, the most expensive cities for square footage are North Vancouver ($3.80/sq. ft.), Vancouver ($3.71/sq. ft.), and Burnaby ($3.50/sq. ft.).

Active listing data

We’ll also examine detailed statistics for currently active listings available on the market to see which property types and number of bedrooms are the most represented. For renters, these numbers show which types of units you’re most likely to encounter in the Metro Vancouver region, while for landlords, you can assess how much competition you’ll face based on the current supply.

Active listings by property type

As of July 2026, apartments were the most common rental property type, representing 70.99% of active listings on the market. Partial houses were the second-most common listing type this month, at 15.38% of active listings currently available to rent, followed by houses at 9.63%.

Active listings by number of bedrooms

In terms of the number of bedrooms, we saw a spread across active listings on the market this July. One-bedroom units were the most common type of listing this month at 46.83%, though two-bedroom units held a very near share, representing 42.81% of all active listings on the market. Three-bedrooms rounded out at 10.36% of listings.

Average unfurnished vs. furnished rates

Average prices for both a furnished and unfurnished one-bedroom unit decreased in Metro Vancouver this month. Furnished one-bedrooms decreased (-0.72%) to $2,174/month, while unfurnished units decreased (0.08%) to $2,089/month. Currently, a furnished one-bedroom unit rents for more than an unfurnished one-bedroom unit by $85/month on average.

Looking for our full July 2026 Metro Vancouver Rent Report? Download your copy here to get all the latest insights, including a detailed breakdown by neighbourhood.

City breakdown 

Metro Vancouver’s rental averages vary greatly across the region, so we’ve broken up our data by municipality/city to compare the cost of one-, two-, and three-bedroom rates for furnished and unfurnished units in different areas. Here are some highlights from our most recent findings:

• Coquitlam and Richmond were the strongest performers for unfurnished rentals this month, with one-, two-, and three-bedroom rents all increasing month over month.
• North Vancouver showed the clearest signs of softness among unfurnished rentals, with rents decreasing across all three bedroom types.
• Surrey stood out in the furnished market, as all furnished unit types increased in price this month.

Neighbourhood breakdown

We’ve broken down Vancouver into its neighbourhoods for a more complete look at the city’s rental markets. For a further breakdown of neighbourhoods in municipalities and cities outside of Vancouver, be sure to download our complete Rent Report.

Let’s take a look now at some of the latest averages from Vancouver’s many unique neighbourhoods. West Point Grey/UBC is the city’s most expensive neighbourhood for unfurnished one-bedroom rentals this month, with an unfurnished one-bedroom unit renting for $2,809/month, while Sunset-Victoria Fraserview is the cheapest at $1,860/month.

We’ve added more new neighbourhoods to our monthly reports that aren’t shown in the data below. To see data on these additional neighbourhoods, statistics for furnished rentals, and neighbourhood breakdowns for other cities in Metro Vancouver, be sure to download your copy of our full report here.

Most expensive cities in Canada

This July, the top 4 of the country’s most expensive cities are located in Metro Vancouver as West Vancouver claims the top spot as the most expensive city in the country to rent in, followed by North Vancouver, Vancouver, and Richmond with Burlington, Ontario rounding out the top 5.

Other rental data

These insights are exclusive to our blog and are intended to give more context to each month’s rental data. Based on data sourced directly from liv.rent, these statistics provide a more comprehensive overview of the current rental situation in Canada.

Renter demographics

On liv.rent, renter demographics are spread across several age groups, with the largest share of renters aged 35-44 at 38%, followed by those aged 25-34 at 27%. Renters under 25 also make up a notable share of the platform’s audience at 13%.

Pet-friendly rentals

We’re proud to say that liv.rent continues to be the rental platform with the most pet-friendly rentals. This July, other rental platforms had just 22% of units available that were pet-friendly, while on liv.rent, 54% of all listed units were pet-friendly.

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Rental resources for B.C. renters

You can read these comprehensive guides for more information on renting in B.C. and using liv.rent to streamline your rental process.

• BC Residential Tenancy Agreement Explained
• Guide to BC Tenancy Forms
• The Complete User Guide To liv.rent For Landlords & Property Managers
• The Ultimate Renter’s Guide To Using liv.rent

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• Every Winnipeg neighbourhood recorded rent growth in 2026
  • All six Winnipeg neighbourhoods tracked saw one-bedroom unfurnished rents increase since the start of the year. Winnipeg North End led growth at 5.91% (+$75), followed closely by East Winnipeg at 5.83% (+$74), highlighting broad-based rental demand across the city.
    
• Winnipeg’s traditionally affordable neighbourhoods are growing the fastest
  • Winnipeg North End and East Winnipeg recorded the largest rent increases since the start of the year, rising 5.91% and 5.83%, respectively. Both neighbourhoods remain more affordable than South Winnipeg, suggesting renters may be increasingly seeking value outside the city’s higher-priced areas.
    
• One-bedroom rentals lead Winnipeg’s rent growth in 2026
  • One-bedroom unfurnished units recorded the strongest growth since the start of the year, with average rents increasing 4.04%. By comparison, three-bedroom units rose 3.41%, while two-bedroom units increased just 0.67%, making one-bedroom rentals the fastest-growing segment in Winnipeg.

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Average rent across Winnipeg

This month, the average rent for an unfurnished one-bedroom unit was $1,338/month, keeping it well below prices in other major Canadian rental markets like Metro Vancouver and Toronto. Compared to last month, unfurnished one-bedroom rent in June increased by $21.

Month-to-month rent change

To better understand how rent prices have changed in Winnipeg, let’s look at the most significant changes for unfurnished one-bedroom units this month.

St. Boniface (-2.76%) saw the largest decrease, while East Winnipeg (5.76%) and Downtown (5.75%) saw the largest increases.

Winnipeg unfurnished vs. furnished rent averages

This June, average monthly rent prices for unfurnished one-bedroom units increased (+2.58%) to $1,338/month.

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Neighbourhood breakdown

Winnipeg’s most and least expensive neighbourhoods had slightly different average rent prices this June. This month, St. Boniface is the cheapest neighbourhood to rent in at an average of $1,259/month for an unfurnished one-bedroom unit. Meanwhile, South Winnipeg is the most expensive neighbourhood, at an average of $1,387/month – $128 more than in St. Boniface.

Let’s look even closer at the different listing types to see the differences in one-, two-, and three-bedroom rental rates across each area.

• All unfurnished one-bedroom rent prices increased across Winnipeg neighbourhoods except St. Boniface.
• All types of unfurnished rental units increased in East Winnipeg.
• Unfurnished two-bedroom rent price decreased across all neighbourhoods except Downtown and East Winnipeg.

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• Edmonton shows stronger rent stability than Calgary in 2026
  • While Calgary’s average one-bedroom unfurnished rent declined 1.28% since January and 4.55% compared to last year, Edmonton recorded a 0.56% increase since January and a smaller annual decline of 3.76%. The trend suggests Edmonton’s rental market has remained more resilient than Calgary’s through the first half of 2026.
    
• Edmonton’s southeast and southwest neighbourhoods are leading rent growth
  • Edmonton Southeast and Edmonton Southwest recorded the strongest rent growth since the start of the year, with one-bedroom unfurnished rents increasing 4.16% and 2.20%, respectively. Both neighbourhoods also remain among Edmonton’s most expensive rental markets, highlighting continued demand in the city’s southern communities.
    
• Larger rental homes remain Alberta’s most resilient segment
  • Compared to last year, one-bedroom rents declined 4.55% in Calgary and 3.76% in Edmonton, making them the weakest-performing unit type in both cities. By comparison, three-bedroom rents were far more stable, declining just 0.41% in Calgary while increasing 0.35% in Edmonton. The trend suggests demand for larger rental homes has remained stronger than demand for smaller units across Alberta.
    

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As of June 10th, 2026, the Bank of Canada maintains the interest rate at 2.25%, holding steady for the fourth consecutive announcement. Experts predict this rate will be maintained through most of 2026.

Let’s take a look now at the current rental costs and overarching trends in Calgary and Edmonton for June 2026. Don’t forget, you can download the entire report as a one-page infographic PDF below.

Average rent across Calgary

This June, Calgary’s city-wide average monthly rent price for an unfurnished one-bedroom unit increased by $13, bringing the rate for an unfurnished one-bedroom unit to $1,467/month.

Month-to-month rent change

This chart breaks down the percentage change in rent prices across all of Calgary’s quadrants between May and June 2026.

For furnished one-bedroom units, largest decreases were seen in Northeast (-1.92%) , while Northwest saw the largest increase (7.20%). On the other hand, unfurnished one-bedroom units saw decreases across in City Centre (-1.02%) and Southeast (-1.35%).

Average unfurnished vs furnished rates

Unfurnished vs furnished rates in Calgary

Average rates for furnished and unfurnished one-bedroom units in Calgary increased this month. The average monthly rent for an unfurnished one-bedroom unit increased (0.90%) to an average of $1,467/month this month. Prices for furnished one-bedroom units increased this month (1.26%), to a new average cost of $1,610/month.

At present, furnished units cost an average of $143 more per month to rent than unfurnished units. This means that landlords are likely to earn a higher profit by renting their units furnished.

Average rent across Edmonton

This month, Edmonton’s rental rates for an unfurnished one-bedroom unit increased, making Edmonton’s average monthly rent $1,253/month. There is a difference from last year, when rent prices were $49 more than this June’s average rent.

Month-to-month rent change

This chart breaks down the percentage change in rent prices across all of Edmonton’s different sectors between May and June 2026.

This June, there was a substantial increase for furnished one-bedroom units in Northeast Edmonton (4.75%), while the largest decrease was in Southwest Edmonton (-6.48%). On the other hand, Southwest Edmonton saw the largest increase (4.30%) for unfurnished one-bedroom units, while Northeast saw the largest decrease (-2.83%).

Unfurnished vs furnished rates in Edmonton

In Edmonton, average monthly rent prices for furnished one-bedroom units decreased (-1.50%) to $1,365/month, while prices for unfurnished one-bedroom units increased (0.37%) to $1,253/month. As of June 2026, furnished units in Edmonton rent for an average of $112 more than unfurnished units. This indicates that landlords who can rent their units furnished would benefit from doing so, particularly on a short-term basis.

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Quadrant/Sector breakdown 

To better understand each of these cities’ average rental prices, let’s break down both Calgary and Edmonton into their constituent quadrants/sectors. We’ll examine prices and trends for one-, two-, and three-bedroom units in each city for a more in-depth analysis.

Quadrant breakdown: Calgary

• Prices decreased for unfurnished one-bedroom units in City Centre and Southeast.
• Prices decreased for all unfurnished two-bedroom units except in the Northwest and Southwest.
• All furnished units increased in rental cost across Southwest Calgary.

Sector breakdown: Edmonton

• Rents increased for unfurnished one-bedroom units in Downtown and Southwest Edmonton.
• Unfurnished rents decreased in all unit types in Northwest.
• Furnished two-bedroom rents saw a decrease across all quadrants except Northwest and West.

Downloadable resources

Rental resources for Alberta renters

You can read these comprehensive guides for more information on renting in Alberta and using liv.rent to streamline your rental process.

• FAQ: Landlord & tenant responsibilities in Alberta
• FAQ: Everything you need to know about rent deposits in Alberta
• The Complete User Guide To liv.rent For Landlords & Property Managers
• The Ultimate Renter’s Guide To Using liv.rent

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• Hochelaga-Maisonneuve and Saint Henri buck Montreal’s broader rent decline
  • While Montreal’s average one-bedroom unfurnished rent fell 5.27% year-over-year, Hochelaga-Maisonneuve (+2.75%) and Saint Henri (+1.31%) were the only neighbourhoods to record annual rent growth. The gains suggest continued renter demand despite broader market softening.
    
• Westmount and Verdun see the largest rent corrections
  • Westmount and Verdun recorded the steepest year-over-year declines in Montreal, with one-bedroom unfurnished rents falling 11.89% and 10.56%, respectively. Both declines significantly exceeded the citywide average decrease of 5.27%.
    
• Montreal remains stable despite neighbourhood-level shifts
  • Montreal’s average one-bedroom unfurnished rent declined just 0.25% since the start of the year. However, neighbourhood performance varied widely, with Plateau Mount Royal posting the largest increase (+5.78%) and Notre-Dame-de-Grâce/Côte-des-Neiges recording the largest decrease (-7.75%).
    

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Average rent across Montreal

This month, the average rent price for an unfurnished one-bedroom unit has decreased by $37 bringing Montreal’s city-wide average rent to $1,599/month, still well below rates in other major Canadian rental markets like Metro Vancouver and Toronto. Looking at a year-over-year comparison, Montreal’s city-wide rental rate for an unfurnished one-bedroom unit is $89 less than what it was in June 2025.

Month-to-month rent change

Looking at both furnished and unfurnished units, there were some notable changes in rental rates across Montreal neighbourhoods this month.

Looking first at unfurnished one-bedroom units, notable decreases were seen in Notre-Dame-de-Grâce/Côte-des-Neiges (-8.85%), St. Henri (-7.81%), and Verdun (-5.73%). On the other hand, Villeray-Parc-Extension saw the largest increase (3.35%).

For furnished one-bedroom units, Le Plateau-Mont-Royal (7.90%) and Notre-Dame-de-Grâce/Côte-des-Neiges (6.82%) saw the largest increase, while Hochelaga-Maisonneuve (-9.71) saw a significant decline this month.

Montreal unfurnished vs furnished rent averages

This June, average monthly rent prices for unfurnished one-bedroom units decreased while furnished one-bedroom units increased. Unfurnished one-bedroom units decreased (-2.30%) to $1,599/month, while furnished one-bedroom units increased (2.45%) to $1,635/month.

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Neighbourhood breakdown

This month, Ahuntsic-Cartierville is the cheapest neighbourhood to rent in at an average of $1,392/month for an unfurnished one-bedroom unit. Meanwhile, downtown is the most expensive neighbourhood for an unfurnished one-bedroom, at an average of $1,783/month – $391 more than in Ahuntsic-Cartierville.

Let’s look even closer at the different listing types to see the differences in one-, two-, and three-bedroom rental rates across each area.

• Villeray-Parc-Extension was the only neighbourhood that saw an increase in price across all types of unfurnished units
• Unfurnished three-bedroom rent prices increased across all neighbourhoods except Hochelaga-Maisonneuve, Notre-Dame-de-Grâce/Côte-des-Neiges, and Le Plateau-Mont-Royal
• Hochelaga-Maisonneuve and Saint Laurent saw decreases in price across all types of furnished units.

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• Vaughan-Richmond Hill becomes one of Ontario’s most affordable rental markets
  • Vaughan-Richmond Hill recorded the largest year-over-year decline among major Ontario markets, with average one-bedroom unfurnished rents falling 15.21% from $2,176 to $1,845. The sharp correction has transformed the area into one of the most affordable markets tracked in June 2026.
    
• Downtown Toronto outperforms surrounding GTA markets
  • While many GTA municipalities experienced significant annual declines, Downtown Toronto recorded the smallest year-over-year decrease among major Ontario markets at just 1.69% (-$36). In comparison, nearby markets such as Vaughan-Richmond Hill (-15.21%), Markham (-13.69%), and North York (-7.98%) saw much steeper corrections. The contrast suggests rental demand in Toronto’s urban core has remained relatively resilient despite broader market softening.
    
• One-bedroom rentals experience the sharpest annual correction
  • Ontario rental prices declined across all major unit types year-over-year, but one-bedroom units saw the largest drop. Average one-bedroom unfurnished rents fell 8.14%, compared to 4.14% for two-bedroom units ($2,585 → $2,478) and 1.66% for three-bedroom units ($3,184 → $3,131). The trend suggests larger rental homes have remained more resilient than smaller units over the past year.
    

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As of June 10, 2026, the Bank of Canada maintains the interest rate at 2.25%, holding steady for the fourth consecutive announcement. Experts predict this rate will be maintained through most of 2026.

As of June 2026, the City of Toronto’s average monthly rent for an unfurnished one-bedroom dropped YoY by $108, reaching a new average of $1,970/month.

Ontario rent trends

Compared to last month, the average rent price for an unfurnished one-bedroom unit in Toronto increased by $28 this June to $1,970/month. On the other hand, the average rent for a furnished one-bedroom decreased by $69 since last month, bringing the rate to $1,929/month.

Planning on raising rent this year? Ontario’s Annual allowable rent increase limit for 2026 is 2.5%. Find out when and how you can increase rent and ensure you’re complying with provincial guidelines by reading our updated Guide to Ontario Rent Increases.

Month-to-month rent change

This chart breaks down the percentage change in rent prices across all GTA cities/municipalities between May and June 2026.

Unfurnished Toronto rent trends

For unfurnished one-bedroom units, Vaughan-Richmond Hill (-6.07%) and Etobicoke (-5.06%) saw the largest decreases, while Brampton (5.22%) and Downtown (4.76%) saw notable increases.

Furnished Toronto rent trends

This month, average rent prices for furnished one-bedroom units across the GTA saw mixed movement, with Etobicoke recording the steepest drop at -7.64%. Markham saw the highest increase, rising by 8.07%.

Toronto furnished vs unfurnished averages

This month, prices for unfurnished one-bedroom units saw an increase (1.46%) to $1,970/month while furnished units decreased (-3.48%) to $1,929/month. The average furnished one-bedroom unit rents for $41 less than a one-bedroom unfurnished unit.

Rent per square foot

Our monthly Rent Reports also look more closely at the average rent per square foot in cities throughout the Greater Toronto Area. This June, Downtown ($2.83/sq. ft.) had the highest rent per square foot. At the other end of the spectrum, Brampton had the lowest rent per square foot ($1.33/sq. ft.).

Active listing data

We’ll also look at detailed statistics for currently active listings available to see which property types and number of bedrooms are the most represented. For renters, these numbers show which types of units you’re most likely to encounter in the Greater Toronto Area, while for landlords, you can assess how much competition you’ll face based on the current supply.

Active listings by property type

As of June 2026, the most common rental property type was apartments, dominating the majority of all listings in the GTA at 93.81%. Partial houses were the second most common unit type this month, representing a distant 2.96% of active listings, followed by townhouses at 1.72% and houses at 1.50%.

Active listings by number of bedrooms

In terms of the number of bedrooms, we saw a varied spread across active listings on the market this June. One-bedroom units were the most common type of listing in the GTA this month at 50.55%, while two-bedroom units represented 40.81% of the region’s active listings. Three-bedroom units made up the remaining 8.64%.

City breakdown

This June, Oshawa is the cheapest municipality to rent in out of the areas we look at for our Rent Reports, while Burlington is the region’s most expensive place to rent this month.

The average rent price for an unfurnished one-bedroom unit in Burlington currently stands at $2,107/month, while in Oshawa the same type of unit rents for an average of $1,655/month – a difference of $452 between the two.

With Ontario’s different communities being so diverse, we’re breaking down the GTA into its different cities and municipalities to see the price difference within listing types: one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom units, both unfurnished and furnished.

• All prices for unfurnished one-bedrooms decreased except in Brampton, Downtown, and Scarborough.
• North York was the only area where furnished one-bedroom rents remained unchanged month-to-month.
• Brampton and Downtown were the only cities that saw an increase in price for all types of unfurnished units.

Rental averages for other Ontario cities

We’ve also looked at data from cities and municipalities in other regions within and surrounding the GTA. Looking at these additional cities, London is the least expensive to rent in June for one-bedroom unfurnished units at $1,497/month. Burlington is the most expensive for unfurnished one-bedroom units at $2,107/month.

For complete data on these cities as well as other municipalities outside of the Greater Toronto Area, download our full report here to view the complete report.

Most expensive cities in Canada

This June, the top 4 of the country’s most expensive cities are located in Metro Vancouver as West Vancouver claims the top spot as the most expensive city in the country to rent in, followed by North Vancouver, Vancouver, and Richmond with Burlington, Ontario rounding out the top 5.

Downloadable resources

Our complete June 2026 Rent Report has information on even more key areas, broken down into region and unit type for a complete overview of rental averages in Ontario. To view these and all the other new information we’ve added, be sure to download your copy of the Rent Report below.

Renting in Ontario

For more information on renting in Ontario, refer to these comprehensive resource posts:

• What’s A Standard Rental Application?
• What do you need when applying for a rental?
• What Can A Landlord Ask For On A Rental Application In Ontario?
• How Do I Fill Out A Rental Application?
• Ontario Standard Lease Explained
• Frequently Asked Questions: Everything You Need to Know About Eviction in Ontario

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• Langley records Metro Vancouver’s largest one-bedroom rent decline
  • Langley saw the steepest drop in one-bedroom unfurnished rents among major Metro Vancouver municipalities, falling 13.71% since the start of the year and 8.11% year-over-year. The decline lowered average rents to $1,744, making Langley the region’s second most affordable rental market behind Surrey.
    
• West Vancouver remains the region’s most resilient premium rental market
  • West Vancouver continued to command the highest rents across all major unit types, with one-bedroom units averaging $2,538, two-bedroom units averaging $3,616, and three-bedroom units averaging $4,954. Year-over-year changes remained minimal at -2.31%, +1.06%, and -1.14%, respectively, highlighting continued stability in the premium rental segment.
    
• Smaller rental units experience larger annual corrections
  • One-bedroom unfurnished rents recorded the largest year-over-year decline across Metro Vancouver, falling 5.98%, compared to 5.09% for two-bedroom units and 4.03% for three-bedroom units. The trend suggests larger rental homes have remained more resilient than smaller units over the past year.
    

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As of June 10, 2026, the Bank of Canada maintains its policy interest rate at 2.25%, unchanged for the third consecutive decision. Experts predict this rate will be maintained through most of 2026. Additionally, the 2026 rent increase limit is capped at 2.3%.

Let’s look now at the current rental costs and overarching trends in Vancouver for June 2026.

Average rent across Metro Vancouver

This month, the average rent price for an unfurnished, one-bedroom unit went up by $4, to a new average of $2,090/month. Since June 2025, Metro Vancouver’s average rate for an unfurnished one-bedroom unit has decreased by $133.

Planning on raising rent this year? B.C.’s new annual allowable rent increase limit for 2026 is 2.3%. Find out when and how to increase rent and ensure you comply with provincial guidelines by reading our updated Guide to B.C. Rent Increases.

Month-to-month rent change

To better understand how rent prices have changed in Metro Vancouver cities, let’s look at the most significant changes for both furnished and unfurnished one-bedroom units this month.

Several cities saw notable changes in average rent prices this month with Vancouver and Langley seeing the highest increase and New Westminster the lowest decrease. Looking at furnished one-bedroom units, Vancouver (5.99%), Langley (5.98%), West Vancouver (4.19%), and Coquitlam (4.19%)saw increases, while New Westminster (-7.18%) and North Vancouver (-3.81) saw decreases.

Looking now at unfurnished one-bedroom units, Vancouver (2.78%), Richmond (2.72%), Coquitlam (2.67%), North Vancouver (1.42%), New Westminster (0.21%), and Surrey (0.58%) saw increases.

For unfurnished one-bedroom units, Langley (-6.56%), West Vancouver (-1.22%), and Burnaby (-1%) recorded decreases.

Rent per square foot

Where’s the cheapest place to rent in Metro Vancouver based on how much space you get? As of June 2026, the average rent per square foot increased up to $3.18/sq. ft.. The least expensive cities for square footage are Richmond ($2.50/sq.ft.), Coquitlam ($2.85/sq.ft.), and West Vancouver ($2.92/sq. ft.). Meanwhile, the most expensive cities for square footage are Vancouver ($3.75/sq. ft.), North Vancouver ($3.71/sq.ft.), and Burnaby ($3.55/sq. ft.).

Active listing data

We’ll also examine detailed statistics for currently active listings available on the market to see which property types and number of bedrooms are the most represented. For renters, these numbers show which types of units you’re most likely to encounter in the Metro Vancouver region, while for landlords, you can assess how much competition you’ll face based on the current supply.

Active listings by property type

As of June 2026, apartments were the most common rental property type, representing 69.78% of active listings on the market. Partial houses were the second-most rented unit type this month, at 16.14% of active listings currently available to rent, followed by houses at 10.01%.

Active listings by number of bedrooms

In terms of the number of bedrooms, we saw a spread across active listings on the market this June. One-bedroom units were the most common type of listing this month at 47.10%, though two-bedroom units held a very near share, representing 42.20% of all active listings on the market. Three-bedrooms rounded out at 10.69% of listings.

Average unfurnished vs. furnished rates

Average prices for both a furnished and unfurnished one-bedroom unit increasedin Metro Vancouver this month. Furnished one-bedrooms increased (1.13%) to $2,189/month, while unfurnished units increased (0.23%) to $2,090/month. Currently, a furnished one-bedroom unit rents for more than an unfurnished one-bedroom unit by $99/month on average.

Looking for our full June 2026 Metro Vancouver Rent Report? Download your copy here to get all the latest insights, including a detailed breakdown by neighbourhood.

City breakdown 

Metro Vancouver’s rental averages vary greatly across the region, so we’ve broken up our data by municipality/city to compare the cost of one-, two-, and three-bedroom rates for furnished and unfurnished units in different areas. Here are some highlights from our most recent findings:

• All unfurnished one-bedroom rental prices increased across neighbourhoods except Burnaby, Langley, and West Vancouver.
• Meanwhile, all unfurnished three-bedroom units increased across neighbourhoods except Coquitlam, Langley, and Surrey.
• All furnished and unfurnished units in the city of Vancouver increased in price.

Neighbourhood breakdown

We’ve broken down Vancouver into its neighbourhoods for a more complete look at the city’s rental markets. For a further breakdown of neighbourhoods in municipalities and cities outside of Vancouver, be sure to download our complete Rent Report.

Let’s take a look now at some of the latest averages from Vancouver’s many unique neighbourhoods. West Point Grey/UBC is the city’s most expensive neighbourhood to rent in this month, with an unfurnished one-bedroom unit renting for $2,794/month, while Sunset-Victoria Fraserview is the cheapest at $1,766/month.

We’ve added more new neighbourhoods to our monthly reports that aren’t shown in the data below. To see data on these additional neighbourhoods, statistics for furnished rentals, and neighbourhood breakdowns for other cities in Metro Vancouver, be sure to download your copy of our full report here.

Most expensive cities in Canada

This June, the top 4 of the country’s most expensive cities are located in Metro Vancouver as West Vancouver claims the top spot as the most expensive city in the country to rent in, followed by North Vancouver, Vancouver, and Richmond with Burlington, Ontario rounding out the top 5.

Other rental data

These insights are exclusive to our blog and are intended to give more context to each month’s rental data. Based on data sourced directly from liv.rent, these statistics provide a more comprehensive overview of the current rental situation in Canada.

Renter demographics

On liv.rent, our renter demographics are fairly balanced across all different age groups. Most of our users are now fairly spread between those aged 25-34, and those aged between 35-44 with the majority being in the latter age range. There are also a notable number of users under 25 years old.

Pet-friendly rentals

We’re proud to say that liv.rent continues to be the rental platform with the most pet-friendly rentals. This June, other rental platforms had just 21.00% of units available that were pet-friendly, while on liv.rent, 52% of all listed units were pet-friendly.

Downloadable resources

Rental resources for B.C. renters

You can read these comprehensive guides for more information on renting in B.C. and using liv.rent to streamline your rental process.

• BC Residential Tenancy Agreement Explained
• Guide to BC Tenancy Forms
• The Complete User Guide To liv.rent For Landlords & Property Managers
• The Ultimate Renter’s Guide To Using liv.rent

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• Biggest unit type decline
  • Two-bedroom rents saw the steepest declines in Alberta, dropping -7.2% in Calgary and -6.6% in Edmonton year-over-year (May 2026 vs May 2025). This marked the largest decline across all unit types.
    
• Calgary Northeast leads Alberta rent declines
  • Calgary Northeast recorded the biggest rent drop in Alberta, with one-bedroom rents falling -14.2% year-over-year ($1,546 → $1,326), while all other areas also declined between -2.4% and -10.8%.
    
• Strongest growth contrast in 2026
  • Edmonton Southeast led rent growth in 2026, with one-bedroom rents rising +4.3% since January, from $1,275 to $1,330, while most areas changed by less than 2%.
    

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As of April 29th, 2026, the Bank of Canada maintains the interest rate at 2.25%, holding steady for the fourth consecutive announcement. Experts predict this rate will be maintained through most of 2026.

Let’s take a look now at the current rental costs and overarching trends in Calgary and Edmonton for May 2026. Don’t forget, you can download the entire report as a one-page infographic PDF below.

Average rent across Calgary

This May, Calgary’s city-wide average monthly rent price for an unfurnished one-bedroom unit increased by $14, bringing the rate for an unfurnished one-bedroom unit to $1,454/month.

Month-to-month rent change

This chart breaks down the percentage change in rent prices across all of Calgary’s quadrants between April and May 2026.

For furnished one-bedroom units, largest decreases were seen in Northwest (-6.24%) and City Centre (-3.02%), while Southwest saw the largest increase (+8.88%). On the other hand, unfurnished one-bedroom units saw an increase across all quadrants, with City Centre (+1.91%) seeing the largest increase.

Average unfurnished vs furnished rates

Unfurnished vs furnished rates in Calgary

Average rates for furnished and unfurnished one-bedroom units in Calgary increased this month. The average monthly rent for an unfurnished one-bedroom unit increased (0.92%) to an average of $1,454/month this month. Prices for furnished one-bedroom units increased this month (0.18%), to a new average cost of $1,590/month.

At present, furnished units cost an average of $136 more per month to rent than unfurnished units. This means that landlords are likely to earn a higher profit by renting their units furnished.

Average rent across Edmonton

This month, Edmonton’s rental rates for an unfurnished one-bedroom unit increased, making Edmonton’s average monthly rent $1,249/month. There is a significant difference from last year, when rent prices were $69 more than this May’s average rent.

Month-to-month rent change

This chart breaks down the percentage change in rent prices across all of Edmonton’s different sectors between April and May 2026.

This May, there was a substantial increase for furnished one-bedroom units in Southwest Edmonton (6.95%), while there were notable decreases seen in Southeast Edmonton (-4.00%) and Northwest Edmonton (-3.37%). On the other hand, Southeast Edmonton saw the largest increase (+4.87%) for unfurnished one-bedroom units.

Unfurnished vs furnished rates in Edmonton

In Edmonton, average monthly rent prices for furnished one-bedroom units decreased (-2.60%) to $1,386/month, while prices for unfurnished one-bedroom units increased (0.65%) to $1,249/month. As of May 2026, furnished units in Edmonton rent for an average of $137 more than unfurnished units. This indicates that landlords who can rent their units furnished would benefit from doing so, particularly on a short-term basis.

Looking for our full May 2026 Calgary & Edmonton Rent Report? Download your copy here to get all the latest insights, including a detailed breakdown by neighbourhood.

Quadrant/Sector breakdown 

To better understand each of these cities’ average rental prices, let’s break down both Calgary and Edmonton into their constituent quadrants/sectors. We’ll examine prices and trends for one-, two-, and three-bedroom units in each city for a more in-depth analysis.

Quadrant breakdown: Calgary

• Prices increased for unfurnished one-bedroom units in all sectors.
• Prices decreased for all unfurnished two-bedroom units except in the Southeast.
• A little over half of unfurnished three-bedroom units increased in rental cost across Calgary quadrants except in the Northwest and Southeast.

Sector breakdown: Edmonton

• Rents increased for unfurnished one-bedroom units in Downtown, Northwest, West, and Southeast Edmonton, while they decreased in Northeast and Southwest Edmonton.
• Furnished rents increased for all unit types in Southwest Edmonton.
• Furnished two-bedroom rents saw an increase across all quadrants except Downtown and Northwest.

Downloadable resources

Rental resources for Alberta renters

You can read these comprehensive guides for more information on renting in Alberta and using liv.rent to streamline your rental process.

• FAQ: Landlord & tenant responsibilities in Alberta
• FAQ: Everything you need to know about rent deposits in Alberta
• The Complete User Guide To liv.rent For Landlords & Property Managers
• The Ultimate Renter’s Guide To Using liv.rent

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