
Studio Apartments for Rent in Cardiff, AL (13 Rentals)


Market Lofts on Third

Citizen Birmingham
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cardiff?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cardiff Studio Apartments | $1,470 | $606 | $2,500 |
Cardiff 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,514 | $660 | $3,328 |
Cardiff 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,958 | $700 | $4,036 |
Cardiff 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,114 | $755 | $5,250 |
Cardiff 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,775 | $1,550 | $2,000 |
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Largest Available Cardiff and Nearby Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in Cardiff, AL is found at 20 Midtown in the Smithfield neighborhood and is 811 square feet priced from $1,806. The William has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 793 square feet and currently listed start at $2,250. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Cardiff:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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20 Midtown | Building 3: S3-L | Studio XL | 811 Sq Ft | $1,806 |
The William | The Avenue 2 | 793 Sq Ft | $2,250 |
Jemison Flats | Studio Layout | 540 Sq Ft | $1,549 |
Citizen Birmingham | The Citizen Loft | 525 Sq Ft | Call for Rates |
The Park at Forestdale | STUDIO | 518 Sq Ft | $606 |
Cheapest Available Cardiff and Nearby Studio Apartments
As of May 26, 2025 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Cardiff, AL is the STUDIO Model starting from $606 at The Park at Forestdale in the South Pratt neighborhood. The second most affordable Cardiff Studio is the Studio - Design 1 Model at Market Lofts on Third starting at $855 in the Smithfield neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Cardiff is currently $1,470. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Cardiff:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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The Park at Forestdale | STUDIO | $606 |
Market Lofts on Third | Studio - Design 1 | $855 |
The Frank | Studio 1 Bath-H | $1,003 |
Flats on 4th | Sutton Studio | $1,251 |
20 Midtown | Building 3: S3-A | Studio Plus | $1,393 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Cardiff Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Cardiff with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Cardiff is at The Park at Forestdale listed at $606.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Cardiff Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Cardiff is $1,470.
What is the largest available Studio Cardiff Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Cardiff is a 811 square feet unit starting from $1,806 at 20 Midtown.
What is the average size for Cardiff Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Cardiff is currently 523 sq ft.
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