
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Tuscaloosa, AL from $400 (63 Rentals)
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Flex Studio Apartments

The Mosaic at Tuscaloosa

Hackberry Place

Cobblestone Court

5 Country Club Hills

Forest Lake Apartments

1705 1st Ave

The Oakley

2508 11th Ct
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Woodlawn Manor

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Brookstone Apartment Homes

623 38th St

406 29th Pl

The Greens at Tuscaloosa I/II

The Links at Tuscaloosa

Skyland Pointe

1717 Hackberry Ln
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Stone Creek

Aspen Village Apartment Homes

404 8th Ave NE

Winding Creek

2800 McFarland

3719 Hargrove E Rd
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Court Woods Apartments

427 30th Pl
Tuscaloosa, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Tuscaloosa?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Tuscaloosa Studio Apartments | $806 | $465 | $1,050 |
Cheap Tuscaloosa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,185 | $495 | $4,947 |
Cheap Tuscaloosa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,295 | $650 | $4,961 |
Cheap Tuscaloosa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,684 | $859 | $5,096 |
Cheap Tuscaloosa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,140 | $765 | $5,200 |
Tuscaloosa 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,272 | $800 | $6,500 |
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Tuscaloosa, AL Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Tuscaloosa, AL
Pricing Updated: 05/18/2025Current apartment rentals in the Tuscaloosa, AL area range in price from $465 to $6,500 with an overall median price of $2,577. The three Tuscaloosa neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are East Tuscaloosa at $495, Skyland McFarland at $495, and West Tuscaloosa at $495. Here is today’s list of the top 6 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Tuscaloosa Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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East Tuscaloosa | $1,463 | $495 | 54 |
Skyland McFarland | $1,600 | $495 | 74 |
West Tuscaloosa | $1,600 | $495 | 54 |
Downtown Tuscaloosa | $3,000 | $465 | 27 |
The Strip | $3,900 | $465 | 25 |
University of Alabama | $3,900 | $465 | 3 |
Cheapest Available Tuscaloosa Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Tuscaloosa, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Flex Studio Apartments in the Skyland McFarland neighborhood priced from $495. Forest Lake Apartments in the West Tuscaloosa neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $699. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Tuscaloosa apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Flex Studio Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $495 |
Forest Lake Apartments | Small One BR | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
The Oakley | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
The Cottages at Lake Tamaha | 4BR/4.5BA - Springmore Elite | 4BR,4BA | $765 |
Brookstone Apartment Homes | 1Bed - 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
Legacy at Country Club | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
The Greens at Tuscaloosa I/II | Classic Deluxe II | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
The Links at Tuscaloosa | Classic Deluxe II | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
Skyland Pointe | Coleman | 1BR,1BA | $849 |
Mountain View Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $859 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tuscaloosa, AL
As of May 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Tuscaloosa area is the $0.73 price per square foot 5x5 Townhome Model at Magnolia, A Prosper Community in the in the Skyland McFarland neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Tuscaloosa apartment is the D1 Model at My House on 13th starting at $1,495 with a $0.80 price per square foot in the University of Alabama neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Tuscaloosa apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Magnolia, A Prosper Community | 5x5 Townhome | 5BR,5BA | $0.73 |
My House on 13th | D1 | 4BR,4BA | $0.80 |
The Cottages at Lake Tamaha | 2BR/2BA - Birchmore Elite | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.96 |
Riverfront Village | Capstone | 3BR,3BA | $0.69 |
Legacy at Country Club | 2 Bedrooms, 1.5 Bathrooms | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.91 |
High Country Apartments | 3Bed - 2Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.02 |
Hallmark at Garden Parkway | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.98 |
Copper Creek | 2Bed + 1.5 Bath Townhouse Reno | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.93 |
Sun Valley Apartments | 2 BR 2 BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
Canterbury Apartment Homes | Two Bed - One and Half Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.03 |
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Tuscaloosa Overview
Tuscaloosa, Alabama is more than just the home to the Crimson Tide. The city’s economy continues to thrive with the presence of multi-national manufacturing firms, including Chrysler-Mercedes and Michelin Tires. It is an area full of old traditions and new energy that continues to delight both locals and visitors.
Why live in Tuscaloosa, AL?
As the fifth-largest city in Alabama, Tuscaloosa has become a regional hub of industry, commerce, healthcare and education for West Alabama. Not only has it been dubbed “The City of Champions” due the successes of the Alabama Crimson Tide football team, it has also been recognized as the “Most Livable City in the America” by the U.S. Conference of Mayors. Other prestigious honors include being in the top “100 Best Communities for Young People” by America’s Promise Alliance and one of the “Best Places to Launch a Small Business” by CNN Money. Ultimately, Tuscaloosa has become one of Alabama’s most progressive cities with a refreshing atmosphere, rich history, museums and parks, and bustling nightlife. It is definitely an area where you can grow and thrive.
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Getting Around Tuscaloosa, AL
Walk Score®
51 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
44 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Tuscaloosa Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Tuscaloosa?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Tuscaloosa is under $859.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Tuscaloosa?
The cheapest apartment in Tuscaloosa is Flex Studio Apartments which is listed at $495, while the average apartment in Tuscaloosa costs $2,577.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Tuscaloosa?
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 44 regular apartments in Tuscaloosa 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 Tuscaloosa?
Cheap apartments in Tuscaloosa have an average cost of $496 which is $2,081 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Tuscaloosa.
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