
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Calera, AL from $400 (41 Rentals)
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Lancaster Place

South Pointe Development

598 The Heights Ln

304 Creek Run Cir

2000 Rossburg Pl

127 Renwick Ln

188 Creek Run Way
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248 Creek Run Way

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College View Apartments

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Oak Park Heights

The Glenn

Hills at Hoover Apartments

Salem Manor Apartments
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Ridge Crossings

The Avenues of South Hoover

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The Abbey At Riverchase

Meadow Wood Apartment Homes

The Haven

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The Falls and Woods of Hoover Apartments

Trails at Alabaster

MAA Riverchase
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Riverchase Landing Apartments

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Royal Oaks Apartments

Summerchase at Riverchase

Grand Reserve at Pelham

Wellington Manor

Skylar Ridge

700 Riverchase Apartments
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Huntley Apartments

Terrace 31

The View Apartments - Alabaster

Colina Hillside

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Siegel Select Birmingham II

Hidden Valley

Falcon Manor Apartments

87 Co Rd 857
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Latitude at Riverchase
Calera, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Calera?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calera Studio Apartments | $1,311 | $1,250 | $1,612 |
| Calera 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,358 | $465 | $3,200 |
| Calera 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,648 | $815 | $3,656 |
| Calera 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,921 | $950 | $3,050 |
| Calera 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,227 | $1,300 | $2,499 |
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Cheapest Available Calera Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Calera, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at College View Apartments priced from $700. The Glenn has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $895. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Calera apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| College View Apartments | 1/1 Internet/Cable+ $65 utilities fee | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| The Glenn | 2 Beds, 2 Baths | 2BR,2BA | $895 |
| Latitude at Riverchase | APOLLO CLASSIC | 1BR,1BA | $908 |
| Hills at Hoover Apartments | The Cottonwood | 2BR,1BA | $925 |
| Salem Manor Apartments | Spacious 2 bedroom 2 bath Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $925 |
| Ridge Crossings | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $953 |
| The Avenues of South Hoover | The Pelham | 1BR,1BA | $985 |
| Meadow Wood Apartment Homes | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| The Falls and Woods of Hoover Apartments | Alcove | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Lancaster Place | The Dixie | 1BR,1BA | $1,086 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Calera, AL and Nearby
As of May 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Calera area is the $1.10 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Grand Reserve at Pelham in the starting from $1,740. The second greatest value Calera apartment is the 1 Bed | 1.5 Bath - Gardenia Model at Skylar Ridge starting at $1,375 with a $1.17 price per square foot in the Hoover Vestavia Hills neighborhood. 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 | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Skylar Ridge | 1 Bed | 1.5 Bath - Gardenia | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.17 |
| The Glenn | 4 Beds, 4 Baths | 4BR,4BA | $1.18 |
| Riverchase Landing Apartments | 1BR 1.5BA (1070 SF) | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.03 |
| The Abbey At Riverchase | The Berkley | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| 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 |
| Lancaster Place | The Dixie | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| The Avenues of South Hoover | The Pelham | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Latitude at Riverchase | APOLLO CLASSIC | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
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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 $1,250.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Calera Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Calera Apartment is $700 at College View Apartments.
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 $895 at The Glenn.
What is the most affordable Calera Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Calera Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Hills at Hoover Apartments and starts from $1,099.
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