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Bessemer, AL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Bessemer Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Bessemer, AL is a Studio unit found at The Park at Buckingham in the West End neighborhood priced from $648. Villa Glen Apartments in the Outer Bessemer Fairfield neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bessemer apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Park at BuckinghamThe ElmStudio,1BA$648
Villa Glen Apartments1BR1BR,1BA$800
Park Estates Duplexes1 bedroom x 1 bath1BR,1BA$850
The Avenues of LakeshoreThe BrookwoodStudio,1BA$860
Ridge CrossingsA21BR,1BA$880
Vines at Westlake2BD/1BA2BR,1BA$918
Woodmere Creek ApartmentsThe VulcanStudio,1BA$925
Apex HooverThe Horizon1BR,1BA$950
Thirty-One 32 CypressB12BR,1BA$965
The Avenues of South HooverThe Homewood2BR,1BA$1,056

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bessemer, AL

As of June 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bessemer area is the $1.17 price per square foot C1R Model at Berry Falls Apartments in the in the Brownville neighborhood starting from $1,575. The second greatest value Bessemer apartment is the The Cambridge Model at The Abbey At Riverchase starting at $1,425 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Hoover Vestavia Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bessemer apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Berry Falls ApartmentsC1R3BR,2BA$1.17
The Abbey At RiverchaseThe Cambridge3BR,2BA$1.08
Thirty-One 32 CypressB12BR,1.5BA$1.01
Cadence at Bluff Park2TAX2BR,1.5BA$1.31
The Avenues of South HooverThe Pelham1BR,1BA$1.27
The OxmoorThe Desoto1BR,1BA$1.31
The HavenHamilton1BR,1BA$1.30
Vines at Westlake2BD/1BA2BR,1BA$1.13
Villa Glen Apartments1BR1BR,1BA$1.00
Park Estates Duplexes1 bedroom x 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.21

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Frequently Asked Questions about Bessemer

What type of rentals are currently available in Bessemer?

There are currently 65 Apartments for Rent in Bessemer, AL with pricing that ranges from $648 to $5,254. There are also 132 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Bessemer ranging from $645 to $5,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Bessemer?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Bessemer ranges from $645 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,627.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Bessemer?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Bessemer range from $980 to $5,254, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $975 to $2,699. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,095 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,835.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.