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1026 3rd Ave NW

AlabasterAL35007

Helena, AL Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Park at HooverAcaciaStudio,1BA$660
Villa Glen Apartments1BR1BR,1BA$800
Hills at Hoover ApartmentsThe Aspen1BR,1BA$850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Helena, AL

As of April 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Helena area is the $1.09 price per square foot The Birmingham Model at The Avenues of South Hoover in the in the Hoover Vestavia Hills neighborhood starting from $1,501. The second greatest value Helena apartment is the The Cambridge Model at The Abbey At Riverchase starting at $1,329 with a $1.01 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Avenues of South HooverThe Birmingham3BR,2BA$1.09
The Abbey At RiverchaseThe Cambridge3BR,2BA$1.01
Grand Reserve at Pelham1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.12
Wildwood Apartments2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$1.08
Riverchase Landing1BR 1.5BA (1070 SF)1BR,1.5BA$1.18
700 Riverchase Apartments2 Bedroom Renovated2BR,2BA$1.27
Summerchase at RiverchaseSierra2BR,1BA$1.20
Villa Glen Apartments1BR1BR,1BA$1.00
Wood GardensThe Aspen1BR,1BA$1.27
Hills at Hoover ApartmentsThe Aspen Reno1BR,1BA$1.23

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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 $3,995. There are also 48 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Helena ranging from $1,275 to $4,500.

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 $1,275 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,578.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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