close
View Me
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Shelby County, AL from $400 (20 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in Shelby County.
close
View Me
from $6151 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
Shoal Creek Apartments
580 Overland RdMontevallo, AL 35115
close
View Me
from $7501 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Town Creek Apartments
74 Town CreekColumbiana, AL 35051
close
View Me
Rent Specials
from $8091 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Avenues of Inverness
3100 Heatherbrook RdBirmingham, AL 35242
close
View Me
close
View Me
Rent Specials
from $8541 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Wood Springs
200 Springs AveBirmingham, AL 35242
close
View Me
Rent Specials
from $8991 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Madison Place
850 Shoal Run TrlBirmingham, AL 35242
close
View Me
Rent Specials
from $9001 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
100 Inverness Apartment Homes
100 Inverness L...Birmingham, AL 35242
close
View Me
from $9191 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Abbey At Inverness
1000 Hunt Cliff RdBirmingham, AL 35242
close
View Me
Rent Specials
from $9491 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Brook Highland Place
1 Meadow DrBirmingham, AL 35242
Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants
Read our practical guide to landlord and tenant rights. Understand protected classes, reasonable accommodations, and legal exceptions to prevent housing discrimination.
close
View Me
from $1,0221 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Lancaster Place
10 Kensington Manor DrCalera, AL 35040
close
View Me
close
View Me
close
View Me
close
View Me
close
View Me
close
View Me
close
View Me
close
View Me
close
View Me
Showing Results 1-20, Page 1 of 1
Shelby County, AL Local Guide
Oak Alley Plantation by gabe popa is licensed under CC BY 2.0
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shelby County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shelby County Studio Apartments | $1,304 | $1,036 | $1,619 |
| Shelby County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,465 | $600 | $2,995 |
| Shelby County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,763 | $815 | $3,000 |
| Shelby County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,135 | $950 | $3,767 |
| Shelby County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,897 | $1,350 | $2,445 |
Browse Apartments in Shelby County
See all Apartments in ShelbyExplore Shelby County
Let everyone know!
Do you know the Shelby County area?
If you’re an expert on all things Shelby County, tell us what you love (and don't) by rating it and writing a review.
Write a Review
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hidden Valley | 1/1 Internet/Cable included | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| Town Creek Apartments | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| The Avenues of Inverness | Brookhaven | 1BR,1BA | $809 |
| Oak Park Heights | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Wood Springs | Azaela | 1BR,1BA | $854 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shelby County, AL
As of April 23, 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 1 Bedroom Model at Grand Reserve at Pelham starting at $1,332 with a $1.06 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Tree | Elston | 4BR,2.5BA | $1.10 |
| Grand Reserve at Pelham | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| The Glenn | 4 Beds, 4 Baths | 4BR,4BA | $1.23 |
| Cahaba Grandview | The Amsterdam | 2BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| Brook Highland Place | The Charleston | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| The Trails at Cahaba River | Two Bedroom A | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Lancaster Place | The Dixie | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| 100 Inverness Apartment Homes | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Madison Place | The Azalea | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Hidden Valley | 2/2 Internet/Cable Included | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shelby County Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Shelby County?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Shelby County is under $1,022.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Shelby County?
The cheapest apartment in Shelby County is Hidden Valley which is listed at $600, while the average apartment in Shelby County costs $2,455.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Shelby County?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 17 regular apartments in Shelby County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Shelby County?
Cheap apartments in Shelby County have an average cost of $128 which is $2,327 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Shelby County.
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 and 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.