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Sandlin Villas Apartments
324 Cardinal Dr SWDecatur, AL 35601
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Decatur Neighborhood of Decatur, AL from $400 (27 Rentals)
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227 8th St SW
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Parkway Place Apartments
2115 Central Pky SWDecatur, AL 35601
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Granada Apartments & Townhomes
1619 11th St SEDecatur, AL 35601
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1433 North St SE, Unit C
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1820 6th Ave SE
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Brookridge Apartments
1602 SW Brookridge DrDecatur, AL 35601
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Greenbrier Apartments
201 Bluebird LnDecatur, AL 35601
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Rhodes Ferry
1050 Harborview Dr NEDecatur, AL 35601
211 Lafayette St NW
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Serenity Decatur
202 8th StDecatur, AL 35601
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TriWood Apartments
1510 19th Ave SEDecatur, AL 35601
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Rhodes Ferry
50 Wilson St NEDecatur, AL 35601
201 8th Ave SW
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West Ridge Apartments
1205 5th AveDecatur, AL 35601
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1220 North St SE
1220 North St SEDecatur, AL 35601
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Beltline Villas
324 Sandlin Rd SW RdDecatur, AL 35601
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1310 9th Ave SE
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Downtown Decatur, Decatur, AL Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Decatur?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Decatur Studio Apartments | $940 | $900 | $980 |
| Downtown Decatur 1 Bedroom Apartments | $891 | $721 | $1,350 |
| Downtown Decatur 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,049 | $800 | $1,642 |
| Downtown Decatur 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,040 | $950 | $1,199 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Decatur Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Decatur area of Decatur, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Sandlin Villas Apartments priced from $721. Parkway Place Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable Downtown Decatur apartments for rent in Decatur, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sandlin Villas Apartments | Springview One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $721 |
| Parkway Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Granada Apartments & Townhomes | 1Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $765 |
| Brookridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Greenbrier Apartments | Upper Units | 2BR,1BA | $880 |
| Rhodes Ferry | 1 Bed 1 Bath Large | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Decatur, AL
As of June 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Decatur area is the $0.95 price per square foot Lower Units Model at Greenbrier Apartments in the in the Downtown Decatur neighborhood starting from $905. The second greatest value Downtown Decatur apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Rhodes Ferry starting at $1,125 with a $1.37 price per square foot in the Downtown Decatur neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Decatur apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Greenbrier Apartments | Lower Units | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| Rhodes Ferry | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.37 |
| Brookridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom Townhome | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Parkway Place Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Sandlin Villas Apartments | Brookhaven One Bedroom, One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| 1433 North St SE, Unit C | 1433 North St SE | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Granada Apartments & Townhomes | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.25 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Decatur Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Decatur Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Decatur Apartment is $721 at Sandlin Villas Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Decatur Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Decatur is starting from $840 at Granada Apartments & Townhomes.
What is the most affordable Downtown Decatur Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Decatur Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Parkway Place Apartments and starts from $950.
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
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Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.