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Homes for Rent in Brant County

Rentals in the County of Brant are fewer and more varied than in the city: apartments and townhouses in Paris, the odd village house in St. George or Burford, and country homes where the lease covers a well, a septic system and a long driveway.

See 22 rentalsLiving in Brant County

Homes for rent in Brant County

22 active rentals on the MLS® System, newest first

  • For lease

    $2,750/mo

    11 Brewis Street

    Paris · Detached

    • 4 beds
    • 3 baths
    • 2,039 ft²

    Listing brokerage: ELIXIR REAL ESTATE INC

  • For lease

    $2,850/mo

    102 Gort Avenue

    Paris · Townhouse

    • 3 beds
    • 3 baths
    • 1,728 ft²

    Listing brokerage: Engel & Volkers West Hamilton

  • For lease

    $1,200/mo

    00 Highway 24

    Scotland · Land

      Listing brokerage: Van Londersele Real Estate Brokerage Ltd.

    • For lease

      $1,800/mo

      77 Schuyler Street

      County of Brant · Detached

      • 2 beds
      • 1 bath
      • 1,200 ft²

      Listing brokerage: LPT Realty ULC

    • For lease

      $2,700/mo

      233 Postill Street

      Paris · Detached

      • 3 beds
      • 3 baths
      • 1,900 ft²

      Listing brokerage: RIGHT AT HOME REALTY BROKERAGE

    • For lease

      $3,000/mo

      40 Paris Road

      Paris · Land

        Listing brokerage: RE/MAX Twin City Realty Inc.

      Where are the rentals in Brant County?

      Paris is where most county rentals are, from apartments above downtown shops to townhouses and houses in newer subdivisions. St. George and Burford see occasional village house rentals, and the countryside offers the odd farmhouse or country home for lease. Because supply is limited, it helps to be ready to apply as soon as something suitable appears.

      Browse current leases on our rental search, and read our Brant County community page to compare the towns and villages.

      What is different about renting a rural home?

      A country rental brings responsibilities that a city apartment does not. The lease should say who tests and maintains the well, who pays for septic pumping, who mows and plows, and whether the tenant can use barns or outbuildings. Ask how the home is heated and what fuel costs to expect through the winter.

      Ask about internet and mobile coverage too, especially if you work from home. For tenants, these questions avoid surprises; for landlords, clear terms prevent disputes later. Our renting page covers the standard steps for both sides.

      • Well testing and water treatment equipment
      • Septic pumping and care
      • Lawn, snow clearing and driveway maintenance
      • Use of barns, sheds and outbuildings
      • Heating fuel and who pays for it

      Renting out a home in the county?

      Village and rural homes can make good rentals, but they need a lease that covers the details above and a tenant who understands rural living. Justin Kuiper brings rental property management experience and can help you set up a clear process. If you are renting out a home you used to live in, our guide on renting out your home is a good start.

      Community guideLiving in Brant CountyRiver towns, heritage villages and open farmland around Brantford.

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      Hoping to rent in the county?

      County rentals do not last long. Tell us what you need and we will let you know when a home in Paris or the villages comes up.

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      Where can I find homes for rent in Brant County?

      Most rentals in the County of Brant are in Paris, which has apartments, townhouses and houses. St. George and Burford have a smaller number of village homes for rent, and rural houses come up occasionally in the countryside. Because supply outside Paris is limited, set up alerts and have your application ready so you can move quickly when the right place appears.

      Who looks after the well and septic in a rural rental?

      It should be written into the lease. Usually the landlord is responsible for maintaining the well, water treatment equipment and septic system, while the tenant agrees to use them properly, for example by not flushing harmful items. Testing the water and pumping the septic are often handled by the landlord. Agree on the details before signing so everyone knows what to expect.

      Do I need a car if I rent in Brant County?

      In most cases, yes. Paris has shops, schools and services within the town, but transit options across the County of Brant are limited, and rural rentals are often some distance from groceries and schools. Before you sign, think through your commute, school runs and errands, and check how the roads to the property are maintained in winter.

      Can a Brant County landlord refuse pets?

      A landlord can choose not to rent to a tenant with pets at the application stage. However, under Ontario's Residential Tenancies Act, a no-pets clause in a lease is generally void, so once a tenancy starts a landlord cannot evict a tenant simply for having a pet unless it causes problems such as damage or allergies. Condo rules can be different.

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