
Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Tuscaloosa Neighborhood of Tuscaloosa, AL from $800 (11 Rentals)
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901 27th St

2404 11th Ct

700 15th St

2510 Fosters Ferry Rd

608 19th St

816 1/2 13th St

3117 Short 19th St

3116 20th St

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Downtown Tuscaloosa, Tuscaloosa, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Tuscaloosa?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Tuscaloosa 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,550 | $1,150 | $2,400 |
Downtown Tuscaloosa 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,655 | $1,225 | $2,000 |
Downtown Tuscaloosa 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,935 | $1,265 | $4,800 |
Downtown Tuscaloosa 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,400 | $2,000 | $8,000 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Tuscaloosa Neighborhood of Tuscaloosa, AL.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Tuscaloosa Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Tuscaloosa area of Tuscaloosa, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at The Oakley priced from $700. Arbor Place Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $764. Here are the most affordable Downtown Tuscaloosa apartments for rent in Tuscaloosa, AL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Oakley | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
Arbor Place Apartments | One Bedroom/One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $764 |
Northbrook | Studio - 1Bath | Studio,1BA | $864 |
Bent Tree Apartment Homes | One Bed - One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $959 |
Canterbury Apartment Homes | Two Bed - One and Half Bath | 2BR,1BA | $977 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Tuscaloosa, AL
As of April 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Tuscaloosa area is the $0.80 price per square foot D1 Model at My House on 13th in the in the University of Alabama neighborhood starting from $1,495. The second greatest value Downtown Tuscaloosa apartment is the Metalworks Condo Model at Metalworks Condos starting at $825 with a $0.46 price per square foot in the Northport North of River neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Tuscaloosa apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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My House on 13th | D1 | 4BR,4BA | $0.80 |
Metalworks Condos | Metalworks Condo | 3BR,4BA | $0.46 |
Union Tuscaloosa | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $1.14 |
Riverfront Village | Capstone | 3BR,3BA | $0.69 |
Canterbury Apartment Homes | Two Bed - One and Half Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.03 |
French Quarter Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
Fountain Square Apartment Homes | 2 Bed 1Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
Rivermont Apartment Homes | 1 bed - 1bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
Bent Tree Apartment Homes | One Bed - One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
The Oakley | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Tuscaloosa
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Tuscaloosa?
There are currently 149 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Tuscaloosa, AL with pricing that ranges from $465 to $3,000. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Tuscaloosa ranging from $875 to $8,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Tuscaloosa?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Tuscaloosa ranges from $875 to $8,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,699.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Tuscaloosa?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Tuscaloosa range from $859 to $2,775, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,225 to $2,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,265 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $799.
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