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901 27th St

112 Orange St

1122 7th Ave

2410 Denny St

1515 Kicker Rd

28 Eastwood Ave

1806 18th E Ave

314 26th Ave E

4308 Vassie Dr
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608 19th St

816 1/2 13th St

2510 Fosters Ferry Rd

4309 Virginia Dr

327 18th St

4309 Virginia Dr

4529 1st NE Pl

2744 Sumner Pl

4 The Knoll

1813 Hackberry Ln

1431 22nd Ave

124 Orange St

3311 17th St

2410 Bear Creek Rd
Tuscaloosa, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Tuscaloosa?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Tuscaloosa 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,572 | $900 | $4,000 |
Tuscaloosa 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,730 | $1,100 | $3,500 |
Tuscaloosa 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,393 | $1,600 | $4,850 |
Tuscaloosa 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,649 | $2,999 | $8,000 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Tuscaloosa, AL
Pricing Updated: 04/21/2025Current apartment rentals in the Tuscaloosa, AL area range in price from $525 to $8,000 with an overall median price of $5,316. The three Tuscaloosa neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Skyland McFarland at $525, East Tuscaloosa at $1,000, and West Tuscaloosa at $525. 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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Skyland McFarland | $1,900 | $525 | 6 |
East Tuscaloosa | $2,999 | $1,000 | 25 |
West Tuscaloosa | $2,999 | $525 | 35 |
Downtown Tuscaloosa | $8,000 | $875 | 26 |
The Strip | $8,000 | $1,000 | 4 |
University of Alabama | $8,000 | $1,000 | 4 |
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 |
Arbor Place Apartments | One Bedroom/One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $764 |
The Cottages at Lake Tamaha | 4BR/4.5BA - Springmore Elite | 4BR,4BA | $765 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tuscaloosa, AL
As of April 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the 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 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 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 |
The Cottages at Lake Tamaha | 2BR/2BA - Birchmore Elite Tech | 2BR,2BA | $0.96 |
Water Oak Apartments | Renovated Olive | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.98 |
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 | $0.98 |
2800 McFarland | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.90 |
615 33rd St E, Unit 1 | 615 33rd St E | 2BR,1BA | $0.85 |
Valley Square Apartments | 1 BR 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Tuscaloosa
What type of rentals are currently available in Tuscaloosa?
There are currently 303 Apartments for Rent in Tuscaloosa, AL with pricing that ranges from $465 to $6,500. There are also 135 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Tuscaloosa ranging from $525 to $8,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Tuscaloosa?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Tuscaloosa ranges from $525 to $8,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,325.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Tuscaloosa?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Tuscaloosa range from $785 to $5,234, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,100 to $3,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $765.
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.