Cheap Apartments for Rent in Decatur, AL from $300 (12 Rentals)

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613 3rd Ave SW

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Regency West Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Regency West Apartments

1715 Carridale St SWDecatur, AL 35601
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Serenity Decatur
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Serenity Decatur

202 8th StDecatur, AL 35601
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TriWood Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

TriWood Apartments

1510 19th Ave SEDecatur, AL 35601
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Foxboro Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Foxboro Apartments

1802 Milligan St SWDecatur, AL 35603
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318 Tammy St SW
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

318 Tammy St SW

318 Tammy St SWDecatur, AL 35603
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2119 Westmead Dr SW
2 Bedroom Apartments

2119 Westmead Dr SW

2119 Westmead Dr SWDecatur, AL 35603
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Decatur, AL Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Decatur, AL

Pricing Updated: 12/14/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Decatur, AL area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Decatur Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Decatur$1,667$60022

Cheapest Available Decatur Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Decatur, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Granada Apartments & Townhomes in the Downtown Decatur neighborhood priced from $765. Summer Courtyard Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $770. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Decatur apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Granada Apartments & Townhomes1Bedroom1BR,1BA$765
Summer Courtyard ApartmentsStandard1BR,1BA$770
Dover Glen ApartmentsOne Bedroom, One Bath1BR,1BA$795
Raintree Village ApartmentsOne Bedroom, One Bath1BR,1BA$799
Axis on Beltline1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Renovated1BR,1BA$799

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Decatur, AL

As of December 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Decatur area is the $0.82 price per square foot 4-Plex & 8-Plex units Model at Gaslight Apartments in the starting from $1,025. The second greatest value Decatur apartment is the 3X2 Model at River Valley starting at $975 with a $0.93 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Decatur apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Gaslight Apartments4-Plex & 8-Plex units2BR,1.5BA$0.82
River Valley3X23BR,2BA$0.93
Wheeler Estates ApartmentsTwo Bedroom One Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.88
(RCH-36) 1220 North Street2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$0.97
Park Towne Apartments2 Bedrooms2BR,2BA$1.11
Courtney Square1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.92
Sandlin Villas ApartmentsBrookhaven Two Bedroom, 1.5 Bath2BR,1BA$1.05
Limestone Creek Apartment HomesOne Bedroom End1BR,1BA$1.11
Blossom Wood Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.09
Decatur Place1U1BR,1BA$1.17

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Decatur, AL
Population: 54,264

Ranked #714

in US Census Population by City

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Getting Around Decatur, AL

Walk Score®

39 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

42 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Decatur Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Decatur Apartment is $765 at Granada Apartments & Townhomes.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Decatur is starting from $840 at Granada Apartments & Townhomes.

What is the most affordable Decatur Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Decatur Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at River Valley and starts from $975.

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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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.

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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.