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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

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Brighton, AL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Brighton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Brighton, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Pinehaven West in the West End neighborhood priced from $675. Pointe Arlington in the West End neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Brighton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pinehaven West1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$675
Pointe Arlington1/1.001BR,1BA$700
The Pearl at HomewoodOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$720
614 1st St S1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$750
Fountain Blue2x1.52BR,1BA$800
Villa Glen Apartments1BR1BR,1BA$800
Glen Oaks Luxury Apartment Homes1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$825
2700 at HomewoodOne Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$830
Lotus Homewood825 Oak Leaf Cir1BR,1BA$850
Chastaine Park Apartments1 BR/1 BA1BR,1BA$870

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Brighton, AL

As of July 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Brighton area is the $1.17 price per square foot Burkshire Model at The Abbey at Regents Walk in the in the Woodland Park neighborhood starting from $1,407. The second greatest value Brighton apartment is the 2 Bed / 2 Bath Model at Shadesmont Apartments starting at $1,050 with a $0.98 price per square foot in the Woodland Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Brighton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Abbey at Regents WalkBurkshire2BR,2BA$1.17
Shadesmont Apartments2 Bed / 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.98
Fountain Blue2x1.52BR,1.5BA$0.98
Villa Glen Apartments1BR1BR,1BA$1.00
Valley Crest1x1 Classic (vca1)1BR,1BA$1.27
Red Top Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.19
The Pearl at HomewoodOne Bedroom One Bath Large1BR,1BA$1.20
Lotus Homewood825 Oak Leaf Cir1BR,1BA$1.15
Serenity Apartments at Valley Creek1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$0.96
Chastaine Park Apartments1 BR/1 BA1BR,1BA$1.24

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Brighton

What type of rentals are currently available in Brighton?

There are currently 58 Apartments for Rent in Brighton, AL with pricing that ranges from $675 to $3,050. There are also 47 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Brighton ranging from $750 to $1,650.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Brighton ranges from $750 to $1,650 with an average monthly rent of $1,151.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Brighton range from $900 to $3,050, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $795 to $1,650. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,150 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,150.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.