Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cardiff, AL from $300 (50 Rentals)

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Birmingham Overlook
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Birmingham Overlook

2712 31st Ave NBirmingham, AL 35207
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The Park at Forestdale
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Park at Forestdale

1101-3001 Pebble Creek PkyBirmingham, AL 35214
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Westbury Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Westbury Apartments

3225 Ave S Apartment HBirmingham, AL 35208
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Park Estates Duplexes
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Estates Duplexes

2341 S Park Dr SWBirmingham, AL 35211
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Cardiff, AL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Cardiff Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Cardiff, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Fountain Blue Apartments in the West End neighborhood priced from $675. Candy Mountain Apartments in the Apple Valley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cardiff apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Fountain Blue Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$675
Candy Mountain Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$695
Pointe Arlington1/1.001BR,1BA$700
Park at Carson1x1 The Hudson 750sf1BR,1BA$725
University Crossings2 Bed 1 Bath Small2BR,1BA$780
The Woodford1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$799
Market Lofts on ThirdStudio - Design 2Studio,1BA$799
1512 11th Ave NStandard2BR,1BA$800
5th Avenue Apartments1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment1BR,1BA$824
Hillcrest Apartments3 Bed / 1 Bath3BR,1BA$850

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cardiff, AL and Nearby

As of October 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cardiff area is the $0.99 price per square foot 3 Bed / 1 Bath Model at Hillcrest Apartments in the in the Apple Valley neighborhood starting from $850. The second greatest value Cardiff apartment is the 1BR/1BA Model at Chapel Creek Apartments starting at $1,090 with a $1.27 price per square foot in the Inglenook neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cardiff apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Hillcrest Apartments3 Bed / 1 Bath3BR,1BA$0.99
Chapel Creek Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1.27
1512 11th Ave NStandard2BR,1.5BA$0.94
Alight Birmingham2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH2BR,2BA$0.77
Candy Mountain Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$0.93
Park at Carson1x1 The Hudson 750sf1BR,1BA$0.97
Park PlaceJasmine1BR,1BA$1.20
Pointe Arlington2/1.002BR,1BA$1.29
The Woodford1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.31
Fountain Blue Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.23

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Cardiff, AL

Ranked #23

Among cities in Alabama for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cardiff Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cardiff?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cardiff is at Market Lofts on Third listed at $799.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cardiff Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cardiff Apartment is $675 at Fountain Blue Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cardiff Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cardiff is starting from $735 at Candy Mountain Apartments.

What is the most affordable Cardiff Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Cardiff Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Hillcrest Apartments and starts from $850.

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.