Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cardiff, AL from $300 (56 Rentals)

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Birmingham Overlook
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Birmingham Overlook

2712 31st Ave NBirmingham, AL 35207
Senior Living
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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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University Crossings
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

University Crossings

261 3rd Ave SW unit 100Birmingham, AL 35211
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The Park at Sunderland
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Park at Sunderland

660 Valley Crest DrBirmingham, AL 35215
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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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Westbury Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Westbury Apartments

3225 Ave S Apartment HBirmingham, AL 35208
Corporate Housing
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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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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 Hillcrest Apartments in the Apple Valley neighborhood priced from $600. 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
Hillcrest Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$600
Candy Mountain Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$695
Pointe Arlington1/1.001BR,1BA$700
Park at Carson1x1 The Hudson 750sf1BR,1BA$725
Fountain Blue2x1.52BR,1BA$750
The Park at Sunderland1 Bedroom Upgrade1BR,1BA$799
The Woodford1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$799
1512 11th Ave NStandard2BR,1BA$800
Market Lofts on ThirdStudio - Design 2Studio,1BA$850
Park PlaceJasmine1BR,1BA$889

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cardiff, AL and Nearby

As of January 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cardiff area is the $1.25 price per square foot 1 Bedroom Model at Jemison Flats in the in the Smithfield neighborhood starting from $1,349. The second greatest value Cardiff apartment is the 1 Bed/1 Bath Model at High Gate starting at $991 with a $1.15 price per square foot . 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.
Jemison Flats1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.25
High Gate1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.15
1512 11th Ave NStandard2BR,1.5BA$0.94
Fountain Blue2x1.52BR,1.5BA$0.91
Candy Mountain Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$0.93
Park at Carson1x1 The Hudson 750sf1BR,1BA$0.97
Park PlaceJasmine1BR,1BA$1.20
The Park at Sunderland1 Bedroom Upgrade1BR,1BA$1.13
Hillcrest Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.00
Pointe Arlington1/1.001BR,1BA$1.25

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

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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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 $850.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cardiff Apartment is $695 at Candy Mountain 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 $725 at Hillcrest Apartments.

What is the most affordable Cardiff Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Cardiff Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Pointe Arlington and starts from $900.

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.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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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.