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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$900
Vines at Westlake2BD/1BA2BR,1BA$918
Bessemer Place ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$929
Apex HooverThe Horizon1BR,1BA$950
The Avenues of LakeshoreThe BrookwoodStudio,1BA$951
Cadence at Bluff Park2TA2BR,1BA$999
The Avenues of South HooverThe Pelham1BR,1BA$1,012
The Falls and Woods of Hoover ApartmentsAlcove1BR,1BA$1,099

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bessemer, AL

As of July 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bessemer area is the $1.14 price per square foot The Birmingham Model at The Avenues of South Hoover in the in the Hoover Vestavia Hills neighborhood starting from $1,565. The second greatest value Bessemer apartment is the C1R Model at Berry Falls Apartments starting at $1,575 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the Brownville 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.
The Avenues of South HooverThe Birmingham3BR,2BA$1.14
Berry Falls ApartmentsC1R3BR,2BA$1.17
The Abbey At RiverchaseThe Bromley2BR,2BA$1.20
The HavenMadison2BR,1BA$1.10
181 Redwood Ln, Unit 181 Redwood181 Redwood Ln1BR,1BA$1.30
Ridge CrossingsA41BR,1BA$1.30
Vines at Westlake2BD/1BA2BR,1BA$1.13
Villa Glen Apartments1BR1BR,1BA$1.00
Bessemer Place ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.28
Park Estates Duplexes1 bedroom x 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.29

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Frequently Asked Questions about Bessemer

What type of rentals are currently available in Bessemer?

There are currently 64 Apartments for Rent in Bessemer, AL with pricing that ranges from $648 to $4,021. There are also 134 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Bessemer ranging from $625 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 $625 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,435.

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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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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.