
Apartments for Rent in Bessemer, AL Under $1,200 (79 Rentals)


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Villa Glen Apartments

3233 Allison-Bonnett Memorial Dr

3233 Allison-Bonnett Memorial Dr

226 Alabama St

418 Murphys Ln

531 W Lake Dr

1820 Short 12th St N

127 Avalon Ave
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821 Delta St

621 Delta St

817 15th St N

705 4th Ave N

512 W Lake Dr

236 Clifton St

719 16th St N

419 19th St S

1622 Fairfax Ave

1311 7th Ave N
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905 26th Ave N

200 Woodward Dr

107 Wheeler Dr

320 16th St S

430 Center Street

300 Norwood Ave

5905 8th St S

806 4th Ave N

410 W Lake Dr

726 19th St S
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1830 Exeter Ave

420 19th St S

1917 Holbrook Ave

208 9th Ct S

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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bessemer Studio Apartments Under $1200 | $1,290 | $858 | $1,772 |
| Bessemer 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $1,400 | $800 | $4,900 |
| Bessemer 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $1,615 | $750 | $3,995 |
| Bessemer 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $1,780 | $1,055 | $3,050 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Bessemer
How much are Studio apartments in Bessemer?
There are currently 9 Studio Apartments in Bessemer with rent ranges from $858 to $1,772 with an average price of $1,290.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Bessemer Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Bessemer ranges from $800 to $4,900 with an average monthly rent of $1,400.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Bessemer cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Bessemer range from $750 to $3,995. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,615.
How expensive are Bessemer Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 38 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Bessemer on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,055 to $3,050 - averaging $1,780 for the location.
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