
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Alabaster, AL from $400 (60 Rentals)
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Wellington Manor

The View Apartments

732 3rd St NE

213 Park Pl Way

169 Park Pl Ln

200 Willow Point Cir

681 Treymoor Lake Cir

204 Buck Creek Cir

2005 King Arthur Cir
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203 Winterhaven Dr

Hill Brook Manor

Shoal Creek Apartments

Park at Hoover

College View Apartments

Oak Park Heights

Hills at Hoover Apartments

Salem Manor Apartments

The Glenn

The Haven
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The Avenues of South Hoover

Wildwood Apartments

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The Abbey At Riverchase

Wood Gardens

Ridge Crossings

Fox Valley Apartments

South Pointe Development

Royal Oaks Apartments

Summerchase at Riverchase
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MAA Riverchase

Riverchase Landing Apartments

Meadow Wood Apartment Homes

700 Riverchase Apartments

Skylar Ridge

Terrace 31

Lancaster Place

Huntley Apartments

Colina Hillside

Grand Reserve at Pelham
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Siegel Select Birmingham II

218 Carl Nichols Dr

152 Moss Stone Ln

Arise Knox Square

422 Holland Lakes Dr N

133 Hidden Trace Ct

Hidden Valley

Falcon Manor Apartments

Meadow View

The Willows Apartments
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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 | $1,180 | $660 | $1,772 |
| Alabaster 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,351 | $465 | $3,200 |
| Alabaster 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,679 | $815 | $3,995 |
| Alabaster 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,806 | $1,121 | $3,050 |
| Alabaster 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,355 | $1,355 | $1,355 |
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Cheapest Available Alabaster Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Alabaster, AL is a Studio unit found at Park at Hoover in the Hoover Vestavia Hills neighborhood priced from $699. College View Apartments 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park at Hoover | Aster | Studio,1BA | $699 |
| College View Apartments | 1/1 Internet/Cable+ $65 utilities fee | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Hills at Hoover Apartments | The Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
| Latitude at Riverchase | APOLLO CLASSIC | 1BR,1BA | $890 |
| Salem Manor Apartments | Spacious 2 bedroom 2 bath Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $925 |
| The Glenn | 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $950 |
| Wildwood Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| The Falls and Woods of Hoover Apartments | Arbors | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| The Haven | Hamilton Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| Ridge Crossings | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,058 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Alabaster, AL
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Alabaster area is the $0.81 price per square foot The Birmingham Model at The Avenues of South Hoover in the in the Hoover Vestavia Hills neighborhood starting from $1,115. The second greatest value Alabaster apartment is the 2BR 2BA (1310 SF) Model at Riverchase Landing Apartments starting at $1,241 with a $0.95 price per square foot in the Hoover Vestavia Hills 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Avenues of South Hoover | The Birmingham | 3BR,2BA | $0.81 |
| Riverchase Landing Apartments | 2BR 2BA (1310 SF) | 2BR,2BA | $0.95 |
| Wood Gardens | The Ficus | 3BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| Grand Reserve at Pelham | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Skylar Ridge | 1 Bed | 1.5 Bath - Gardenia | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.17 |
| The Abbey At Riverchase | The Berkley | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Wildwood Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 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 Haven | Hamilton Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
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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 $700 at College View Apartments.
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 $925 at Hills at Hoover Apartments.
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 $1,115.
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