How much is rent in City Centre, Hamilton?

A 1-bedroom apartment in City Centre costs $2,120 - $2,640/month (second-hand contract) or $1,830 - $2,280/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from $2,890 - $3,600/month, and a 3-bedroom from $3,700 - $4,600/month.

Is City Centre safe for expats?

City Centre has a safety rating of 4/5 (Safe). It is generally considered a safe area for expats and families.

How long is the commute from City Centre to Hamilton center?

The commute from City Centre to Hamilton city center takes approximately 8 minutes by walk.

What is City Centre like to live in?

City Centre in Hamilton gives newcomers a central, walkable, restaurants base with practical access to the city core. The neighborhood is known for being central, walkable, restaurants.

City Centre, Hamilton 2026: 1BR Rent $2,120-$2,640/mo

Commute to Center

8 min

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Safety Rating

4/5

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Rent in City Centre

Monthly rent in CAD ($). First-hand contracts come straight from the landlord or housing company. Second-hand contracts are sublets, and they usually cost more.

Apartment Size	First-Hand Rent	Second-Hand Rent
1 Bedroom	$1,830 - $2,280/mo	$2,120 - $2,640/mo
2 Bedrooms	$2,530 - $3,150/mo	$2,890 - $3,600/mo
3 Bedrooms	$3,210 - $3,990/mo	$3,700 - $4,600/mo

Questions people actually ask

How much is rent in City Centre, Hamilton?: A 1-bedroom apartment in City Centre costs $2,120 - $2,640/month (second-hand contract) or $1,830 - $2,280/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from $2,890 - $3,600/month, and a 3-bedroom from $3,700 - $4,600/month.
Is City Centre safe for expats?: City Centre has a safety rating of 4/5 (Safe). It is generally considered a safe area for expats and families.
How long is the commute from City Centre to Hamilton center?: The commute from City Centre to Hamilton city center takes approximately 8 minutes by walk.
What is City Centre like to live in?: City Centre in Hamilton gives newcomers a central, walkable, restaurants base with practical access to the city core. The neighborhood is known for being central, walkable, restaurants.

Other neighborhoods in Hamilton

University Quarter

15 min transit to center

1BR from $1,780/mo

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Residential District

22 min transit to center

1BR from $1,510/mo

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