
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Echola, AL from $400 (36 Rentals)
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Flex Studio Apartments

The Mosaic at Tuscaloosa

Hackberry Place

Cobblestone Court

Riverbend Residences

Forest Lake Apartments

The Summit at the River

Creekwood Village Apartments
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The Links at Tuscaloosa

Brookstone Apartment Homes

Magnolia Place

WR Tower Apartments

Northbrook

Copper Creek

Crestmont Manor

2800 McFarland

Fountain Square Apartment Homes
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Bent Tree Apartment Homes

Court Woods Apartments

Royal Hills

Canterbury Apartment Homes

The Crescent

French Quarter Apartments

Rivermont Apartment Homes

Beacon Place Northport LLC
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2720 31st Ave

711 36th Ave

3008 7th St

2810 22nd St

4017 68th Ave

2720 21st St

3316 16th St

2683 21st St

1947 Fosters Ferry Rd
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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 | $1,029 | $495 | $1,775 |
| Echola 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,204 | $465 | $1,825 |
| Echola 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,335 | $715 | $5,249 |
| Echola 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,583 | $849 | $5,180 |
| Echola 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,134 | $739 | $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. Cobblestone Court in the University of Alabama neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $630. 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 |
| Cobblestone Court | Hardwood LVT Flooring Unit | Studio,1BA | $630 |
| Riverbend Residences | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| The Summit at the River | River Pointe 1 | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Forest Lake Apartments | Small One BR | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Creekwood Village Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| The Links at Tuscaloosa | Classic Deluxe II | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Brookstone Apartment Homes | 1Bed - 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $830 |
| Riverfront Village | Crimson - Premium | 3BR,3BA | $870 |
| Northbrook | Studio - 1Bath | Studio,1BA | $882 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Echola, AL and Nearby
As of May 26, 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 |
| Union Tuscaloosa | 4x4 Large | 4BR,4BA | $1.00 |
| The Overlook | A | 3BR,3BA | $0.81 |
| Court Woods Apartments | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $0.85 |
| Copper Creek | 2Bed + 1.5 Bath Townhouse Reno | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.93 |
| Riverfront Village | Tide - Premium | 2BR,2BA | $1.02 |
| The Preserve at Tuscaloosa | B4 Floor Plan | 2BR,2BA | $1.02 |
| Union on Frank | B2 Shared | 2BR,2BA | $0.86 |
| 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 $870.
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