
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Alabaster, AL from $615 (54 Rentals)
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907 4th Ave SW

The View Apartments - Alabaster

The Wellington

912 Old Hwy 31

1617 King James Dr

1402 Applegate Dr

536 Treymoor Lake Cir

203 Winterhaven Dr

Shoal Creek Apartments
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Hill Brook Manor

College View Apartments

Oak Park Heights

Hills at Hoover

The Avenues of South Hoover

Salem Manor Apartments

Terrace 31

Wood Gardens

The Haven
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The Abbey At Riverchase

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The Falls and Woods of Hoover Apartments

The Glenn

Riverchase Landing Apartments

Fox Valley Apartments

Ridge Crossings

Royal Oaks Apartments

Wildwood Apartments

700 Riverchase Apartments

South Pointe Development
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MAA Riverchase

Lancaster Place

Skylar Ridge

Colina Hillside

Grand Reserve at Pelham

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Siegel Select Birmingham II

169 Waterford Lake Dr

Hidden Valley
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Falcon Manor Apartments

Meadow View

The Willows Apartments

Latitude at Riverchase

133 The Heights Dr

1399 Franklin Rd

2000 Rossburg Pl

503 Hillsboro Ln

129 The Heights Dr

165 Rocky Ridge Dr
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Alabaster, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Alabaster?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabaster Studio Apartments | $1,224 | $660 | $1,647 |
| Alabaster 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,373 | $615 | $2,939 |
| Alabaster 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,616 | $705 | $3,995 |
| Alabaster 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,784 | $1,125 | $3,050 |
| Alabaster 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,405 | $1,405 | $1,405 |
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Cheapest Available Alabaster Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Alabaster, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Hill Brook Manor in the Shelby County neighborhood priced from $665. College View Apartments in the Shelby County neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Alabaster apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hill Brook Manor | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR, 1BA | $665 |
| College View Apartments | 1/1 Internet/Cable+ $65 utilities fee | 1BR, 1BA | $700 |
| 208 Rolling Mill St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR, 1BA | $775 |
| Hills at Hoover | The Aspen | 1BR, 1BA | $850 |
| The Avenues of South Hoover | The Pelham | 1BR, 1BA | $923 |
| Salem Manor Apartments | Spacious 2 bedroom 2 bath Apartment | 2BR, 2BA | $925 |
| Latitude at Riverchase | APOLLO CLASSIC | 1BR, 1BA | $950 |
| Park at Hoover | Empress | 1BR, 1BA | $999 |
| Wood Gardens | The Banyan | 1BR, 1BA | $1,013 |
| Fox Valley Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR, 1BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alabaster, AL
As of September 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alabaster area is the $0.73 price per square foot 2BR 2.5BA (1900 SF) Model at Riverchase Landing Apartments in the Hoover Vestavia Hills neighborhood starting from $1,382. The second greatest value Alabaster apartment is the 2 Bed | 2 Bath - Juniper Model at Skylar Ridge in the Hoover Vestavia Hills neighborhood starting at $1,436 with a $1.06 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Alabaster apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Riverchase Landing Apartments | 2BR 2.5BA (1900 SF) | 2BR, 2.5BA | $0.73 |
| Skylar Ridge | 2 Bed | 2 Bath - Juniper | 2BR, 2BA | $1.06 |
| Park at Hoover | Empress | 1BR, 1.5BA | $0.93 |
| The Haven | Madison | 2BR, 1BA | $1.11 |
| Wildwood Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1.13 |
| Salem Manor Apartments | Spacious 2 bedroom 2 bath Apartment | 2BR, 2BA | $0.93 |
| College View Apartments | 2/1 Internet/Cable + $65 Utilities Fee | 2BR, 1BA | $1.11 |
| The Avenues of South Hoover | The Pelham | 1BR, 1BA | $1.03 |
| 208 Rolling Mill St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR, 1BA | $0.92 |
| Hill Brook Manor | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR, 1BA | $0.91 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Alabaster Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Alabaster?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Alabaster is at Colina Hillside listed at $1,430.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Alabaster Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Alabaster Apartment is $665 at Hill Brook Manor.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Alabaster Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Alabaster is starting from $705 at Hill Brook Manor.
What is the most affordable Alabaster Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Alabaster Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Avenues of South Hoover and starts from $1,256.
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