
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dawson, AL from $500 (33 Rentals)
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Emerald Court

Maplewood Apartments II

Mountain Lakes

Quail Ridge at Mallard Pointe

Hunters Landing at Mallard Pointe

Hickory Run II Apartments

Magnolia Terrace Apartments
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Englewood Apartments

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Spring Lake Lodge

Chateau Apartments

Ridgewood Apartments

Pine Ridge

Serenity Montreat Village
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Summer Place

Orleans Apartments

Arbours at Cane Creek

Meadows of Alexandria

The Heights at Monte Sano

Riverwalk

151 York St
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Ashbrook Apartments

229 13th St S

2 W Tuscaloosa Ave

504 Pearl St

1003 Peachtree St

36 Ansley Cir

338 S 11th St

97 White Oak Village
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Haynes Apartments
Dawson, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dawson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dawson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,039 | $505 | $1,435 |
| Dawson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,184 | $525 | $1,869 |
| Dawson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,329 | $671 | $2,550 |
| Dawson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $749 | $539 | $1,160 |
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Cheapest Available Dawson Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Dawson, AL is a 2 Beds unit found at Fox Run priced from $525. Emerald Court has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $525. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dawson apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fox Run | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $525 |
| Emerald Court | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $525 |
| Hickory Run II Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $619 |
| Englewood Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
| Summer Waters Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Spring Lake Lodge | 1x1 B R | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Chateau Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Serenity Montreat Village | 2 Bed Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
| Willow Creek Apartment Homes | South | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Magnolia Terrace Apartments | 3 Beds / 2 Baths | 3BR,2BA | $895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dawson, AL and Nearby
As of May 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dawson area is the $0.88 price per square foot Copeland Model at Angela's Ridge of New Hope in the starting from $1,795. The second greatest value Dawson apartment is the 3 BEDROOM FLAT Model at Arbours at Cane Creek starting at $1,055 with a $0.84 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Dawson apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Angela's Ridge of New Hope | Copeland | 4BR,2BA | $0.88 |
| Arbours at Cane Creek | 3 BEDROOM FLAT | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.84 |
| River Chase | 3bed 2 bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.90 |
| Serenity Montreat Village | 3 Bed Townhouse | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.71 |
| The Pointe @ JSU | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $0.46 |
| Magnolia Terrace Apartments | 3 Beds / 2 Baths | 3BR,2BA | $0.90 |
| Englewood Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| Emerald Court | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.69 |
| Hickory Run II Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| Fox Run | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.74 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dawson Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dawson Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dawson Apartment is $525 at Emerald Court.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Dawson Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Dawson is starting from $525 at Fox Run.
What is the most affordable Dawson Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Dawson Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Hickory Run II Apartments and starts from $779.
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