
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Echola, AL from $400 (32 Rentals)
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Flex Studio Apartments

The Mosaic at Tuscaloosa

Hackberry Place

Cobblestone Court

Riverbend Residences

Forest Lake Apartments

Brookstone Apartment Homes
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Creekwood Village Apartments

The Links at Tuscaloosa

Magnolia Place

WR Tower Apartments

Bent Tree Apartment Homes

Northbrook

Crestmont Manor

Copper Creek
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2800 McFarland

Fountain Square Apartment Homes

Forest Trail Apartment Homes

Court Woods Apartments

Royal Hills

Canterbury Apartment Homes

The Crescent

The Glens
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French Quarter Apartments

The Summit at the River

2683 21st St

711 36th Ave

4017 68th Ave

4803 Oak Meadow Dr

13784 Lake Elledge Rd

3316 16th St
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Echola, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Echola?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Echola Studio Apartments | $997 | $495 | $1,775 |
| Echola 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,242 | $465 | $2,248 |
| Echola 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,349 | $715 | $4,457 |
| Echola 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,387 | $789 | $5,180 |
| Echola 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,075 | $639 | $3,600 |
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Cheapest Available Echola Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Echola, AL is a Studio unit found at Flex Studio Apartments in the Skyland McFarland neighborhood priced from $495. Riverbend Residences in the Skyland McFarland neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Echola apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flex Studio Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $495 |
| Riverbend Residences | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Brookstone Apartment Homes | 1Bed - 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $759 |
| Creekwood Village Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| The Links at Tuscaloosa | Classic Deluxe II | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Bent Tree Apartment Homes | One Bed - One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $879 |
| Northbrook | Studio - 1Bath | Studio,1BA | $882 |
| Crestmont Manor | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $885 |
| Copper Creek | 2Bed + 1Bath Reno | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| Magnolia Place | Magnolia Place 2 Beds x 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $929 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Echola, AL and Nearby
As of July 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Echola area is the $0.51 price per square foot Metalworks Condo Model at Metalworks Condos in the in the Northport North of River neighborhood starting from $925. The second greatest value Echola apartment is the 4x4 TH Model at State Tuscaloosa starting at $1,135 with a $0.79 price per square foot in the University of Alabama neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Echola apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metalworks Condos | Metalworks Condo | 3BR,4BA | $0.51 |
| State Tuscaloosa | 4x4 TH | 4BR,4BA | $0.79 |
| The Overlook | A | 3BR,3BA | $0.81 |
| Tradition on Caplewood | C2 | 3BR,3BA | $0.76 |
| Court Woods Apartments | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $0.85 |
| Copper Creek | 2Bed + 1.5 Bath Townhouse Reno | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.93 |
| Canterbury Apartment Homes | Two Bed - One and Half Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.07 |
| Riverfront Village | Tide - Premium | 2BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| Tenth and Tusk | 2BR/2BA - Corner | 2BR,2BA | $1.09 |
| Creekwood Village Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.01 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Echola Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Echola?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Echola is at Flex Studio Apartments listed at $495.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Echola Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Echola Apartment is $700 at Riverbend Residences.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Echola Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Echola is starting from $900 at Copper Creek.
What is the most affordable Echola Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Echola Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Riverfront Village and starts from $940.
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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