Cheap Apartments for Rent in Ensley, AL from $400 (6 Rentals)

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Ensley, AL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Ensley Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Ensley, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Serenity Apartments at Valley Creek in the West End neighborhood priced from $675. Fountain Blue Apartments in the West End neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $675. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ensley apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Serenity Apartments at Valley Creek1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$675
Fountain Blue Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$675
Southbrook Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$709

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ensley, AL and Nearby

As of November 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Ensley area is the $0.94 price per square foot 2 Bed, 1 Bath Model at Vines at Hillside in the in the Five Points West neighborhood starting from $799. The second greatest value Ensley apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at Southbrook Apartments starting at $885 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the North Pratt neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ensley apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Vines at Hillside2 Bed, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.94
Southbrook Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.23
Serenity Apartments at Valley Creek1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$0.96
Fountain Blue Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.23

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Getting Around Ensley, AL

Walk Score®

50 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

46 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

25 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ensley Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ensley Apartment is $675 at Serenity Apartments at Valley Creek.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ensley is starting from $709 at Southbrook Apartments.

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