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Gardendale, AL Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Park at ForestdaleSTUDIOStudio,1BA$606
Springville Landing Apartments1x11BR,1BA$620
Country Park1x11BR,1BA$630
Spring Lake Cove Apartments2BDR -1BTH Classic2BR,1BA$705
Ascot Place ApartmentsThe Chateau1BR,1BA$720

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gardendale, AL and Nearby

As of May 02, 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 3BR/1.5 BA Flat (Small) Model at Carson Crest Apartments starting at $1,350 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Apple Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Gardendale apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Chapel Creek Apartments3BR/2BA3BR,2BA$1.03
Carson Crest Apartments3BR/1.5 BA Flat (Small)3BR,1.5BA$1.08
Highland Park Townhome ApartmentsHighland Park Townhome Apartments2BR,1.5BA$0.91
Spring Lake Cove Apartments2BDR -1.5BTH Reno2BR,1.5BA$1.04
Club View Apartments2 Bed / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.88
Springville Landing Apartments1x11BR,1BA$0.71
Summer RiseA11BR,1BA$0.93
1512 11th Ave NStandard2BR,1.5BA$0.94
Country Park1x11BR,1BA$0.88
Ascot Place ApartmentsThe Regis1BR,1BA$1.06

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Frequently Asked Questions about Gardendale

What type of rentals are currently available in Gardendale?

There are currently 47 Apartments for Rent in Gardendale, AL with pricing that ranges from $606 to $5,250. There are also 49 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Gardendale ranging from $795 to $2,995.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Gardendale?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Gardendale ranges from $795 to $2,995 with an average monthly rent of $1,765.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Gardendale?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Gardendale range from $755 to $5,250, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $925 to $2,995. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,575.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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