
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Bessemer, AL from $695 (65 Rentals)
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208 9th Ct S

Villa Glen Apartments

1830 Exeter Ave

420 19th St S

Vines at Westlake

430 Center Street

Bessemer Place

1007 Manor Dr

Cloverdale Garden Apartments
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1917 Holbrook Ave

Vines at Cedar Creek Court

726 19th St S

Timberline West Apartment Homes

909 Exeter Ave

Vines at Cedar Creek Townhomes

1311 7th Ave N

2513 18th Ave N

719 16th St N

1421 26th Ave N
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419 19th St S

236 Clifton St

108 Pine St

1623 Holbrook Ave

531 W Lake Dr

114 Elrie Blvd

127 Avalon Ave

2831 Granville Ave

3124 6th Ave N

3233 Allison-Bonnett Memorial Dr
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Thirty-One 32 Cypress

Glen Oaks Luxury Apartment Homes

The Avenues of South Hoover

1714 25th Ave

Brooke Lyn Apartments

Woodmere Creek Apartments

The Haven

Park Terrace Apartments

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The Abbey At Riverchase

Apex Hoover
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The Avenues of Lakeshore

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The Falls and Woods of Hoover Apartments

Chestnut Tree

907 Garywood Pl

Ridge Crossings

Stonegate Apartment Homes

Berry Falls

Meadow Wood Apartment Homes

The Park at Buckingham

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Bessemer, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bessemer?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Bessemer Studio Apartments | $1,211 | $975 | $1,647 |
| Cheap Bessemer 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,387 | $695 | $3,600 |
| Cheap Bessemer 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,621 | $750 | $3,995 |
| Cheap Bessemer 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,746 | $945 | $3,050 |
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Cheapest Available Bessemer Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Bessemer, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Villa Glen Apartments in the Outer Bessemer Fairfield neighborhood priced from $800. Glen Oaks Luxury Apartment Homes in the Sand Ridge neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $825. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bessemer apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa Glen Apartments | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Glen Oaks Luxury Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| The Avenues of South Hoover | The Pelham | 1BR,1BA | $898 |
| Bessemer Place | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $929 |
| Cadence at Bluff Park | 2A | 2BR,1BA | $949 |
| Park Terrace Apartments | 1/1.00 | 1BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| The Abbey At Riverchase | The Ashton | 1BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| Apex Hoover | The Crest | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
| The Avenues of Lakeshore | The Galleria | 1BR,1BA | $1,026 |
| Chestnut Tree | CT1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,080 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bessemer, AL
As of September 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bessemer area is the $1.28 price per square foot Godard Model at MAA Ross Bridge in the in the Southwest Birmingham neighborhood starting from $1,993. The second greatest value Bessemer apartment is the The Homewood Model at The Oxmoor starting at $1,378 with a $1.16 price per square foot in the Southwest Birmingham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bessemer apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| MAA Ross Bridge | Godard | 3BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| The Oxmoor | The Homewood | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| The Falls and Woods of Hoover Apartments | Briarwood | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| The Haven | Madison | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Cadence at Bluff Park | 2TAX | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.42 |
| The Avenues of South Hoover | The Pelham | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Villa Glen Apartments | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Chestnut Tree | CT1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| The Abbey At Riverchase | The Ashton | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Bessemer Place | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bessemer Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Bessemer?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Bessemer is at The Avenues of Lakeshore listed at $1,040.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bessemer Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bessemer Apartment is $800 at Villa Glen Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Bessemer Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Bessemer is starting from $835 at Villa Glen Apartments.
What is the most affordable Bessemer Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Bessemer Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Avenues of South Hoover and starts from $1,216.
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