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Sandlin Villas Apartments
324 Cardinal Dr SWDecatur, AL 35601
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Decatur Neighborhood of Decatur, AL from $400 (9 Rentals)
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Granada Apartments & Townhomes
1619 11th St SEDecatur, AL 35601
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Axis on Beltline
2025 Danville Park Dr SWDecatur, AL 35603
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Blossom Wood Apartments
1242 Beltline Rd SWDecatur, AL 35601
1201 North St SE
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Downtown Decatur, Decatur, AL Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Decatur?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Decatur Studio Apartments | $899 | $795 | $980 |
| Downtown Decatur 1 Bedroom Apartments | $924 | $730 | $2,295 |
| Downtown Decatur 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,019 | $800 | $1,250 |
| Downtown Decatur 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,379 | $1,135 | $1,599 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 9 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Decatur Neighborhood of Decatur, AL.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Decatur Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Decatur area of Decatur, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Sandlin Villas Apartments priced from $730. Granada Apartments & Townhomes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $765. Here are the most affordable Downtown Decatur apartments for rent in Decatur, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sandlin Villas Apartments | Cardinal One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $730 |
| Granada Apartments & Townhomes | 1Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $765 |
| Axis on Beltline | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Decatur, AL
As of March 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Decatur area is the $0.86 price per square foot 1402 11th Ave SE Model at 1402 11th Ave SE in the in the Downtown Decatur neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Downtown Decatur apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Courtney Square starting at $946 with a $0.76 price per square foot in the Downtown Decatur neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Decatur apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1402 11th Ave SE | 1402 11th Ave SE | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.86 |
| Courtney Square | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.76 |
| Decatur Place | 2U | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Park Towne Apartments | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,2BA | $0.98 |
| Blossom Wood Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| Rhodes Ferry | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Axis on Beltline | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Sandlin Villas Apartments | Brookhaven One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Granada Apartments & Townhomes | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.25 |
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Decatur, Decatur, AL
Somerville Road Elementary School
Decatur City School District
Public School - Grades PK-5 (503)
4 out of 10
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Decatur, Decatur, AL
Somerville Road Elementary School
Decatur City School District
Public School - Grades PK-5 (503)
4 out of 10
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Getting Around the Downtown Decatur Neighborhood in Decatur, AL
Walk Score®
62 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
56 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Decatur Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Decatur?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Decatur is Sandlin Villas Apartments which is listed at $730, while the average apartment in Downtown Decatur costs $1,367.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Decatur?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 5 regular apartments in Downtown Decatur that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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