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3600 Albright RdTuscaloosa, AL 35405
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2231 Forest Lake DrTuscaloosa, AL 35401
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235 James I Harrison Jr Pky ETuscaloosa, AL 35405
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3820 1st AveTuscaloosa, AL 35405
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East Tuscaloosa, Tuscaloosa, AL Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Tuscaloosa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Tuscaloosa Studio Apartments | $857 | $845 | $870 |
| East Tuscaloosa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $952 | $495 | $1,698 |
| East Tuscaloosa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,179 | $850 | $1,970 |
| East Tuscaloosa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,547 | $785 | $2,950 |
| East Tuscaloosa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $964 | $765 | $3,600 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Tuscaloosa Neighborhood of Tuscaloosa, AL.
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Cheapest Available East Tuscaloosa Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Tuscaloosa area of Tuscaloosa, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Flex Studio Apartments priced from $495. Forest Lake Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $699. Here are the most affordable East Tuscaloosa apartments for rent in Tuscaloosa, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Stone Creek | Studio | Studio,1BA | $845 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Tuscaloosa, AL
As of April 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Tuscaloosa area is the $0.96 price per square foot 2BR/2BA - Birchmore Elite Model at The Cottages at Lake Tamaha in the in the Northport North of River neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value East Tuscaloosa apartment is the Renovated Olive Model at Water Oak Apartments starting at $1,238 with a $0.99 price per square foot in the Skyland McFarland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Tuscaloosa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cottages at Lake Tamaha | 2BR/2BA - Birchmore Elite | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.96 |
| Water Oak Apartments | Renovated Olive | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.99 |
| Gates at South Bend | C1 (3x2) | 3BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Copper Creek | 2Bed + 1.5 Bath Townhouse Reno | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.93 |
| 2800 McFarland | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.90 |
| 615 33rd St E, Unit 1 | 615 33rd St E | 2BR,1BA | $0.85 |
| Eddins Estates Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| The Oakley | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Stone Creek | Efficiency 1 Bed - 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Forest Lake Apartments | Small One BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
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Getting Around the East Tuscaloosa Neighborhood in Tuscaloosa, AL
Walk Score®
42 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
35 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Tuscaloosa Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Tuscaloosa?
The cheapest apartment in East Tuscaloosa is Flex Studio Apartments which is listed at $495, while the average apartment in East Tuscaloosa costs $1,409.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East 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 16 regular apartments in East 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 East Tuscaloosa?
Cheap apartments in East Tuscaloosa have an average cost of $559 which is $850 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Tuscaloosa.
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