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Carlen, Mobile, AL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Carlen Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Carlen area of Mobile, AL is a 2 Beds unit found at The Flats at Midtown priced from $749. The Gateway has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable Carlen apartments for rent in Mobile, AL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Flats at Midtown2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$749
The GatewayStudioStudio,1BA$750
Old Shell CommonsMidtown1BR,1BA$810
Ann Street LoftsThe Ann at Ann St. Lofts1BR,1BA$972
Bel Air838sf2BR,1BA$1,031

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carlen, AL

As of April 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Carlen area is the $1.20 price per square foot Pelican II Model at Parkside at Cottage Hill in the in the Downtown Mobile neighborhood starting from $1,738. The second greatest value Carlen apartment is the 3 BEDROOMS 1 BATHROOM Model at Midtown Oaks Townhomes starting at $1,344 with a $1.03 price per square foot in the Owens neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Carlen apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Parkside at Cottage HillPelican II3BR,2BA$1.20
Midtown Oaks Townhomes3 BEDROOMS 1 BATHROOM3BR,1BA$1.03
Village at MidtownThe Jackson1BR,1BA$1.16
The Flats at Midtown3 Bedroom3BR,1BA$1.15
Bel Air838sf2BR,1.5BA$1.23
Marine St. LoftsThe Battleship at Marine St. Lofts1BR,1BA$2.01
Highland at Spring HillThe Alexander1BR,1BA$2.40
The GatewayTwo Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$2.17
Old Shell CommonsMidtown1BR,1BA$1.42
202 Michigan Ave, Unit studio202 Michigan Ave1BR,1BA$1.77

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Frequently Asked Questions about Carlen

What type of rentals are currently available in Carlen?

There are currently 94 Apartments for Rent in Carlen, AL with pricing that ranges from $749 to $7,280. There are also 53 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Carlen ranging from $850 to $3,495.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Carlen ranges from $850 to $3,495 with an average monthly rent of $1,464.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Carlen range from $1,058 to $5,920, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $895 to $3,495. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $3,580.

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