Cheap Apartments for Rent in Gardendale, AL from $300 (25 Rentals)
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Gardendale, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Gardendale?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Gardendale Studio Apartments | $997 | $606 | $1,388 |
Gardendale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,059 | $620 | $2,333 |
Gardendale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,426 | $660 | $2,845 |
Gardendale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,690 | $755 | $5,250 |
Gardendale 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,122 | $1,575 | $2,820 |
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Cheapest Available Gardendale Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Gardendale, AL is a Studio unit found at The Park at Forestdale in the South Pratt neighborhood priced from $606. Springville Landing Apartments in the Roebuck Springs neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $620. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Gardendale apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Park at Forestdale | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $606 |
Springville Landing Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $620 |
Country Park | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $630 |
Spring Lake Cove Apartments | 2BDR -1BTH Classic | 2BR,1BA | $705 |
Ascot Place Apartments | The Chateau | 1BR,1BA | $720 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gardendale, AL and Nearby
As of May 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Gardendale area is the $1.03 price per square foot 3BR/2BA Model at Chapel Creek Apartments in the starting from $1,375. The second greatest value Gardendale apartment is the The Montclair Model at Vue at Crestwood starting at $1,199 with a $1.03 price per square foot in the Woodlawn neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Gardendale apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Chapel Creek Apartments | 3BR/2BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.03 |
Vue at Crestwood | The Montclair | 2BR,2BA | $1.03 |
Highland Park Townhome Apartments | Highland Park Townhome Apartments | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.91 |
Spring Lake Cove Apartments | 2BDR -1.5BTH Reno | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.04 |
Club View Apartments | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.88 |
Springville Landing Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.71 |
Summer Rise | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.93 |
1512 11th Ave N | Standard | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
Country Park | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $0.88 |
Ascot Place Apartments | The Regis | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
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Getting Around Gardendale, AL
Walk Score®
42 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
27 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Gardendale Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Gardendale?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Gardendale is at The Park at Forestdale listed at $606.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Gardendale Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Gardendale Apartment is $620 at Springville Landing Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Gardendale Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Gardendale is starting from $660 at Springville Landing Apartments.
What is the most affordable Gardendale Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Gardendale Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Ascot Place Apartments and starts from $990.
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