
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Calera, AL from $615 (38 Rentals)
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South Pointe Development

Lancaster Place

104 Mayfair Ln

181 Winner Cir

747 17th St

2000 Rossburg Pl

177 Winner Cir

129 The Heights Dr
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Hills at Hoover

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The Avenues of South Hoover

Terrace 31

The Haven
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The Abbey At Riverchase

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The Falls and Woods of Hoover Apartments

The Glenn

Fox Valley Apartments

Ridge Crossings

Riverchase Landing Apartments

Royal Oaks Apartments

Trails at Alabaster

700 Riverchase Apartments
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Summerchase at Riverchase

MAA Riverchase

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The Wellington

Skylar Ridge

Grand Reserve at Pelham

Colina Hillside

Hidden Valley
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Latitude at Riverchase
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Calera?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calera Studio Apartments | $1,496 | $1,390 | $1,647 |
| Calera 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,392 | $615 | $2,939 |
| Calera 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,654 | $705 | $3,995 |
| Calera 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,801 | $950 | $3,050 |
| Calera 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,862 | $1,405 | $2,319 |
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Cheapest Available Calera Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Calera, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Hill Brook Manor in the Shelby County neighborhood priced from $665. College View Apartments in the Shelby County 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 Calera apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hill Brook Manor | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR, 1BA | $665 |
| College View Apartments | 1/1 Internet/Cable+ $65 utilities fee | 1BR, 1BA | $700 |
| Salem Manor Apartments | Spacious 2 bedroom 2 bath Apartment | 2BR, 2BA | $925 |
| Hills at Hoover | The Cottonwood | 2BR, 1BA | $925 |
| Latitude at Riverchase | APOLLO CLASSIC | 1BR, 1BA | $950 |
| The Avenues of South Hoover | The Pelham | 1BR, 1BA | $958 |
| The Haven | Anniston | 1BR, 1BA | $1,010 |
| Fox Valley Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR, 1BA | $1,100 |
| Ridge Crossings | A2 | 1BR, 1BA | $1,116 |
| Royal Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $1,125 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Calera, AL
As of September 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Calera area is the $1.10 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Duplex Model at Grand Reserve at Pelham in the Shelby County neighborhood starting from $2,150. The second greatest value Calera apartment is the 3BR 2BA (1520 SF) Model at Riverchase Landing Apartments in the Hoover Vestavia Hills neighborhood starting at $1,430 with a $0.94 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Calera apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Reserve at Pelham | 3 Bedroom Duplex | 3BR, 2BA | $1.10 |
| Riverchase Landing Apartments | 3BR 2BA (1520 SF) | 3BR, 2BA | $0.94 |
| Skylar Ridge | 2 Bed | 2 Bath - Juniper | 2BR, 2BA | $1.06 |
| Lancaster Place | The Limestone | 3BR, 2BA | $1.15 |
| The Falls and Woods of Hoover Apartments | Briarwood | 2BR, 2BA | $1.15 |
| Salem Manor Apartments | Spacious 2 bedroom 2 bath Apartment | 2BR, 2BA | $0.93 |
| College View Apartments | 2/1 Internet/Cable + $65 Utilities Fee | 2BR, 1BA | $1.11 |
| The Glenn | 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2BR, 2BA | $1.17 |
| The Avenues of South Hoover | The Pelham | 1BR, 1BA | $1.07 |
| Hill Brook Manor | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR, 1BA | $0.91 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Calera Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Calera?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Calera is at Colina Hillside listed at $1,390.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Calera Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Calera Apartment is $665 at Hill Brook Manor.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Calera Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Calera is starting from $705 at Hill Brook Manor.
What is the most affordable Calera Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Calera Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Avenues of South Hoover and starts from $1,316.
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