
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Alabaster, AL from $615 (53 Rentals)
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Trails at Alabaster

907 4th Ave SW

The Wellington

906 5th Ave SW

1592 King James Dr

912 Old Hwy 31

1617 King James Dr

536 Treymoor Lake Cir

203 Winterhaven Dr
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540 Buck Creek Ln

Shoal Creek Apartments

Park at Hoover

Hill Brook Manor

College View Apartments

Oak Park Heights

Hills at Hoover

The Avenues of South Hoover

Salem Manor Apartments

Terrace 31
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The Abbey At Riverchase

Wood Gardens

The Glenn

Ridge Crossings

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The Falls and Woods of Hoover Apartments

Fox Valley Apartments

Royal Oaks Apartments

Wildwood Apartments

Riverchase Landing Apartments
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700 Riverchase Apartments

MAA Riverchase

South Pointe Development

Meadow Wood Apartment Homes

Summerchase at Riverchase

Skylar Ridge

Lancaster Place

Colina Hillside

Grand Reserve at Pelham

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Huntley Apartments

211 Moss Stone Ln

Hidden Valley

Falcon Manor Apartments

Meadow View

The Willows Apartments

Latitude at Riverchase

214 Lees Cove

2000 Rossburg Pl

503 Hillsboro Ln
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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 | $1,014 | $660 | $1,647 |
| Alabaster 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,365 | $615 | $2,939 |
| Alabaster 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,590 | $705 | $3,995 |
| Alabaster 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,772 | $1,100 | $3,050 |
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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. Park at Hoover in the Hoover Vestavia Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $699. 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 |
| Park at Hoover | Aster | Studio,1BA | $699 |
| College View Apartments | 1/1 Internet/Cable+ $65 utilities fee | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| 208 Rolling Mill St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $775 |
| Latitude at Riverchase | APOLLO CLASSIC | 1BR,1BA | $881 |
| The Avenues of South Hoover | The Pelham | 1BR,1BA | $898 |
| Salem Manor Apartments | Spacious 2 bedroom 2 bath Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $925 |
| Hills at Hoover | The Cottonwood | 2BR,1BA | $925 |
| The Haven | Hamilton A | 1BR,1BA | $1,010 |
| Ridge Crossings | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,076 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alabaster, AL
As of September 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alabaster area is the $0.96 price per square foot 3BR 2BA (1520 SF) Model at Riverchase Landing Apartments in the in the Hoover Vestavia Hills neighborhood starting from $1,457. The second greatest value Alabaster apartment is the C1 Model at Huntley Apartments starting at $1,659 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the Shelby County neighborhood. 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 | 3BR 2BA (1520 SF) | 3BR,2BA | $0.96 |
| Huntley Apartments | C1 | 3BR,2BA | $1.22 |
| Skylar Ridge | 2 Bed | 2 Bath - Juniper | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| Lancaster Place | The Limestone | 3BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| The Falls and Woods of Hoover Apartments | Briarwood | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| 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 | $1.00 |
| 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 Park at Hoover listed at $699.
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 $1,196.
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