Average rent in Courtenay for a 1-bedroom (2026)
Across all renters, including long-time tenants, the average is $1,459 (CMHC, October 2025).
| Benchmark | 1-bedroom |
|---|---|
| All renters (CMHC, Oct 2025) | $1,459 |
At $1,459, a 1-bedroom in Courtenay is 13% below the British Columbia average ($1,683), and 4% below Nanaimo, 96 km away ($1,527).
Source: CMHC Rental Market Survey, Oct 2025: average rent by bedroom and survey zone (purpose-built, all tenants). These are averages for purpose-built rental apartments and include long-time tenants, so new leases are usually higher.
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What is the average 1-bedroom rent in Courtenay?
The average 1-bedroom rent across all renters in Courtenay is $1,459 a month (CMHC Rental Market Survey, October 2025). It includes long-time tenants, so it runs below what new renters are asked.
How do I know if I'm overpaying for a 1-bedroom in Courtenay?
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- Powell River · $957
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- Nanaimo · $1,897 asking
- Ladysmith · $730