
Cheap Homes for Rent in Helena, AL from $1,200 (15 Rentals)
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806 Hillsboro Ln

111 Amy Ln

227 Laurel Cir

125 Sugar Dr
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1026 3rd Ave NW

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609 Cahaba Manor Trail

214 Cambrian Ridge Trail

218 Willow Point Cir
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1010 Wyndham Ln

5124 Rye Cir

7602 Spencer Ln

133 Canyon Pl

713 Cahaba Manor Dr
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Helena, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Helena?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Helena 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,581 | $1,200 | $2,395 |
Helena 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,940 | $1,395 | $2,750 |
Helena 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,567 | $1,700 | $3,995 |
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Cheapest Available Helena Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Helena, AL is a Studio unit found at Park at Hoover in the Hoover Vestavia Hills neighborhood priced from $660. Villa Glen Apartments in the Outer Bessemer Fairfield neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Helena apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Park at Hoover | Acacia | Studio,1BA | $660 |
Villa Glen Apartments | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Hills at Hoover Apartments | The Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
The Willows Apartments | 1x1 650sf | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
The Landing on Emerald Pointe | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Helena, AL
As of May 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Helena area is the $1.12 price per square foot 1 Bedroom Model at Grand Reserve at Pelham in the starting from $1,405. The second greatest value Helena apartment is the 2BR/2BA Model at Wildwood Apartments starting at $1,350 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Hoover Vestavia Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Helena apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Grand Reserve at Pelham | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
Wildwood Apartments | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.08 |
Skylar Ridge | 1 Bed | 1.5 Bath - Gardenia | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.04 |
Riverchase Landing | 1BR 1.5BA (1070 SF) | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.08 |
The Avenues of South Hoover | The Pelham | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
The Falls and Woods of Hoover | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
Villa Glen Apartments | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Wood Gardens | The Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
Hills at Hoover Apartments | The Aspen Reno | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
The Landing on Emerald Pointe | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Helena
What type of rentals are currently available in Helena?
There are currently 38 Apartments for Rent in Helena, AL with pricing that ranges from $660 to $3,550. There are also 63 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Helena ranging from $1,200 to $3,995.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Helena?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Helena ranges from $1,200 to $3,995 with an average monthly rent of $2,029.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Helena?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Helena range from $1,055 to $3,441, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,395 to $2,750. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,760.
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