
Cheap Homes for Rent in Helena, AL from $1,200 (9 Rentals)
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102 Frances Ln

1026 3rd Ave NW

214 Cambrian Ridge Trail

218 Willow Point Cir
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 | $1,511 | $1,395 | $1,600 |
Helena 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,932 | $1,275 | $3,200 |
Helena 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,372 | $1,700 | $3,500 |
Helena 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,500 | $4,500 | $4,500 |
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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 |
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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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The Avenues of South Hoover | The Birmingham | 3BR,2BA | $1.09 |
The Abbey At Riverchase | The Cambridge | 3BR,2BA | $1.01 |
Grand Reserve at Pelham | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
Wildwood Apartments | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.08 |
Riverchase Landing | 1BR 1.5BA (1070 SF) | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.18 |
700 Riverchase Apartments | 2 Bedroom Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
Summerchase at Riverchase | Sierra | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
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 |
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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
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
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.

Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords & 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.

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.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.