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5905 8th St S

1917 Holbrook Ave

726 19th St S

608 5th Ave

511 10th Ave

410 W Lake Dr

513 12th St

430 Center Street

116 Vail Ave
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320 16th St S

225 Virginia Dr

614 Rutledge Dr

200 Woodward Dr

1311 7th Ave N

905 26th Ave N

821 Alden Ave

1600 Holbrook Ave

2815 Fairfax Ave

1623 26th Ave N
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1400 Freda Dr

1622 Fairfax Ave

222 4th Ave

719 16th St N

616 Rutledge Dr

603 11th Ave

236 Clifton St

923 Woodward Rd

705 4th Ave N

821 Delta St
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832 Alden Ave

406 Forest Rd

621 Delta St

419 19th St S

531 W Lake Dr

127 Avalon Ave

1433 12th St

226 Alabama St

3233 Allison-Bonnett Memorial Dr

3233 Allison-Bonnett Memorial Dr
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1820 Short 12th St N

1908 Long 12th St N

1211 13th St N

715 4th Ave N

1929 15th St N

1733 Shannon Rd

216 Meadowood Ave

510 9th Ave

801 Westfield Dr

5606 Ave K
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Bessemer?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bessemer 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,274 | $750 | $2,295 |
| Bessemer 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,548 | $745 | $2,850 |
| Bessemer 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,009 | $995 | $3,100 |
| Bessemer 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,804 | $1,300 | $4,995 |
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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 | $913 |
| The Falls and Woods of Hoover Apartments | Alcove | 1BR,1BA | $1,014 |
| Park Terrace Apartments | 1/1.00 | 1BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| Bessemer Place Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,019 |
| The Avenues of Lakeshore | The Summit | 2BR,1BA | $1,029 |
| Ridge Crossings | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,029 |
| Apex Hoover | The Pinnacle | 2BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Meadow Wood Apartment Homes | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bessemer, AL
As of July 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bessemer area is the $1.43 price per square foot The Vestavia Model at The Oxmoor in the in the Southwest Birmingham neighborhood starting from $1,888. The second greatest value Bessemer apartment is the The Mountain Brook Model at The Avenues of South Hoover starting at $1,215 with a $1.03 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Oxmoor | The Vestavia | 2BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| The Avenues of South Hoover | The Mountain Brook | 2BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| The Abbey At Riverchase | The Berkley | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Apex Hoover | The Pinnacle | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.15 |
| 181 Redwood Ln, Unit 181 Redwood | 181 Redwood Ln | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Cadence at Bluff Park | 2BX | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| Bessemer Place Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| The Falls and Woods of Hoover Apartments | Aspen Reserve | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| The Avenues of Lakeshore | The Galleria | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Villa Glen Apartments | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Bessemer?
There are currently 68 Apartments for Rent in Bessemer, AL with pricing that ranges from $750 to $4,900. There are also 141 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Bessemer ranging from $725 to $4,995.
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 $725 to $4,995 with an average monthly rent of $1,672.
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