
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Brent, AL from $400 (38 Rentals)
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Flex Studio Apartments

Shoal Creek Apartments

Forrester Gardens Apartments

College View Apartments

Riverbend Residences

Pine Woods Apartments - West Blocton, AL

Regal Pointe Apartment Homes

Oak Park Heights
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Ridge View Apartments

Aspen Village Apartment Homes

Stone Creek

Mountain View Apartment Homes

High Country Apartments

Skyland Pointe

Valley Square Apartments

Copper Creek

Hallmark at Garden Parkway
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Salem Manor Apartments

Dogwood Lane Apartments

The Glenn

Eddins Estates Apartments

2800 McFarland

Winding Creek

Water Oak Apartments

Eastwood Manor

Williamsburg East
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The Glens

Gables Crossing

Hidden Valley

Falcon Manor Apartments

325 Overland Rd

170 Birmingham St

Hunter Pointe Apartments

755 West St

1071 Middle St
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1633 Cobblestone Ln

3805 Co Rd 313
Brent, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Brent?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brent Studio Apartments | $622 | $495 | $980 |
| Brent 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,059 | $430 | $1,765 |
| Brent 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,138 | $445 | $1,840 |
| Brent 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,305 | $800 | $2,775 |
| Brent 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,138 | $1,200 | $3,600 |
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Cheapest Available Brent Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Brent, AL is a Studio unit found at Flex Studio Apartments in the Skyland McFarland neighborhood priced from $495. Forrester Gardens Apartments in the Skyland McFarland neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $670. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Brent apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flex Studio Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $495 |
| Forrester Gardens Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $670 |
| College View Apartments | 1/1 Internet/Cable+ $65 utilities fee | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Riverbend Residences | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Regal Pointe Apartment Homes | Studio - 1Bath | Studio,1BA | $819 |
| Aspen Village Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Aspen Village | 1BR,1BA | $855 |
| Stone Creek | Studio | Studio,1BA | $855 |
| Skyland Pointe | Bryant - 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $869 |
| Pine Woods Apartments - West Blocton, AL | 2-Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,1BA | $875 |
| Mountain View Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $889 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brent, AL and Nearby
As of July 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Brent area is the $0.39 price per square foot 3x3 Flat Model at Magnolia, A Prosper Community in the in the Skyland McFarland neighborhood starting from $585. The second greatest value Brent apartment is the 2 Bed 2.5 Bath Model at Williamsburg East starting at $1,090 with a $1.03 price per square foot in the Skyland McFarland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Brent apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Magnolia, A Prosper Community | 3x3 Flat | 3BR,3BA | $0.39 |
| Williamsburg East | 2 Bed 2.5 Bath | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.03 |
| Hallmark at Garden Parkway | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.03 |
| Copper Creek | 2Bed + 1.5 Bath Townhouse Reno | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.93 |
| Sun Valley Apartments | 2 BR 2 BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Salem Manor Apartments | Spacious 2 bedroom 2 bath Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $0.93 |
| Eastwood Manor | 2Bed - 1.5Bath - TH | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.08 |
| The Glenn | 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| College View Apartments | 2/1 Internet/Cable + $65 Utilities Fee | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Forrester Gardens Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.87 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Brent Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Brent?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Brent is at Flex Studio Apartments listed at $495.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Brent Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Brent Apartment is $700 at Riverbend Residences.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Brent Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Brent is starting from $670 at Forrester Gardens Apartments.
What is the most affordable Brent Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Brent Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Aspen Village Apartment Homes and starts from $1,055.
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