Cheap Apartments for Rent in Shelby County, AL from $400 (21 Rentals)
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Shelby County, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shelby County?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Shelby County Studio Apartments | $1,383 | $1,047 | $1,720 |
Shelby County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,442 | $600 | $2,995 |
Shelby County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,777 | $815 | $3,000 |
Shelby County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,204 | $950 | $3,774 |
Shelby County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,828 | $1,350 | $2,399 |
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Cheapest Available Shelby County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Shelby County, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Hidden Valley priced from $600. Town Creek Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Shelby County apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Hidden Valley | 1/1 Internet/Cable included | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
Town Creek Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Oak Park Heights | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
The Avenues of Inverness | Brookhaven | 1BR,1BA | $863 |
Wood Springs | Azaela | 1BR,1BA | $869 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shelby County, AL
As of March 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Shelby County area is the $1.10 price per square foot Elston Model at Oak Tree in the starting from $2,399. The second greatest value Shelby County apartment is the 616 Enclave Ln Model at 616 Enclave Ln starting at $1,775 with a $0.92 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Shelby County apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Oak Tree | Elston | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.10 |
616 Enclave Ln | 616 Enclave Ln | 4BR,2.5BA | $0.92 |
1007 Riviera Dr | 1007 Riviera Dr | 3BR,2BA | $0.98 |
504 Green Meadows Trail | 504 Green Meadows Trail | 3BR,2BA | $1.05 |
2204 Williamsburg Dr | 2204 Williamsburg Dr | 3BR,2BA | $1.08 |
124 Patriot Point Dr | 124 Patriot Point Dr | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.09 |
Wellington Manor | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
Summerchase at Riverchase | Sierra | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
Brook Highland Place | The Charleston | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
100 Inverness Apartment Homes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shelby County Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Shelby County?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Shelby County is at Siegel Select Birmingham listed at $1,047.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Shelby County Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Shelby County Apartment is $600 at Hidden Valley.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Shelby County Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Shelby County is starting from $850 at Town Creek Apartments.
What is the most affordable Shelby County Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Shelby County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Town Creek Apartments and starts from $950.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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