Cheap Apartments for Rent in Ensley, AL from $400 (18 Rentals)

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5416 Ave D

FairfieldAL35064
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Deer Park
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Deer Park

304 16th Plz SWBirmingham, AL 35211
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Vines at Hillside
2 Bedroom Apartments

Vines at Hillside

5817 Monte Sano Rd 9Birmingham, AL 35228

Ensley, AL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Ensley Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vines at Hillside2 Bed, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$799
Park Estates Duplexes1 bedroom x 1 bath1BR,1BA$850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ensley, AL and Nearby

As of April 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ensley area is the $0.94 price per square foot 2 Bed, 1 Bath Model at Vines at Hillside in the in the Five Points West neighborhood starting from $799. The second greatest value Ensley apartment is the 1 bedroom x 1 bath Model at Park Estates Duplexes starting at $850 with a $1.21 price per square foot in the West End neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ensley apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Vines at Hillside2 Bed, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.94
Park Estates Duplexes1 bedroom x 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.21

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Getting Around Ensley, AL

Walk Score®

50 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

46 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

25 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ensley Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ensley Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ensley Apartment is $850 at Park Estates Duplexes.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ensley Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ensley is starting from $799 at Vines at Hillside.

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Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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