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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 | $1,496 | $650 | $2,650 |
| Bessemer 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,600 | $857 | $3,135 |
| Bessemer 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,131 | $1,125 | $4,000 |
| Bessemer 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,031 | $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 | $898 |
| Cadence at Bluff Park | 2A | 2BR,1BA | $949 |
| The Haven | Anniston | 1BR,1BA | $1,010 |
| 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 Brookwood | Studio,1BA | $1,040 |
| Chestnut Tree | CT1A | 1BR,1BA | $1,080 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bessemer, AL
As of September 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bessemer area is the $1.32 price per square foot Drummond Model at MAA Ross Bridge in the in the Southwest Birmingham neighborhood starting from $1,648. The second greatest value Bessemer apartment is the The Homewood Model at The Oxmoor starting at $1,391 with a $1.17 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 | Drummond | 2BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| The Oxmoor | The Homewood | 2BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| The Falls and Woods of Hoover Apartments | Briarwood | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Cadence at Bluff Park | 2BX | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
| 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 |
| Glen Oaks Luxury Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Bessemer?
There are currently 70 Apartments for Rent in Bessemer, AL with pricing that ranges from $695 to $3,995. There are also 127 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Bessemer ranging from $650 to $4,995.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Bessemer ranges from $650 to $4,995 with an average monthly rent of $1,770.
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