
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Ethelsville, AL from $500 (45 Rentals)
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Military Square Apartments

Point Place Apartments

Greentree Apartments

Cypress Park

The Reserve

Eastwood Townhouses

Chanticleer Apartments - Columbus, MS

Owls Den Apartments
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Creekwood Village Apartments

Richland Hills

Rivergate Apartments - Columbus, MS

Embassy Court

The Links at Starkville

The Reunion
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The Franklin Apartments

College Square

Canterbury Townhomes

The Waverly Apartments

Chateaux Holly Hills Apartments

Columbus Heights

Little London
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Hargrove Estates

The Colony Apartment Homes

1301 20th St N

Legacy at Louisville (Two Bedroom Flats

The Ridge Apartments

419 10th St S

Maroon Manor

110 S 21st St

Canterbury Gardens
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627 S Montgomery St

60 Weeks Dr

1024 42nd Ave

1947 Fosters Ferry Rd

2318 Fosters Ferry Rd

1033 MS-182

501 Wynhurst Ct

12378 Patton Pl Spur

210 8th St S
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Ethelsville, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ethelsville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ethelsville Studio Apartments | $1,143 | $1,050 | $1,237 |
| Ethelsville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $996 | $500 | $1,815 |
| Ethelsville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,096 | $629 | $2,160 |
| Ethelsville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,387 | $750 | $2,050 |
| Ethelsville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,024 | $509 | $2,075 |
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Cheapest Available Ethelsville Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Ethelsville, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Military Square Apartments in the Downtown Columbus MS neighborhood priced from $550. The Grand at Starkville has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $630. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ethelsville apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Military Square Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR, 1BA | $550 |
| The Grand at Starkville | 4 Bedroom - Vail | 4BR, 4BA | $630 |
| Eastwood Townhouses | 1 Bed | 1BR, 1BA | $745 |
| Chanticleer Apartments - Columbus, MS | 1 x 1 Flat Newly Renovated | 1BR, 1BA | $750 |
| Owls Den Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR, 1BA | $750 |
| Fox Run - Columbus | 2 x 1 | 2BR, 1BA | $755 |
| Vintage Apartments | 1 BD 1BA | 1BR, 1BA | $795 |
| The Oaklyn | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR, 1BA | $799 |
| Creekwood Village Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR, 1BA | $800 |
| The Reserve | 2x1 | 2BR, 1BA | $810 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ethelsville, AL and Nearby
As of September 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ethelsville area is the $0.74 price per square foot 4x2 Model at Columbus Heights starting from $1,150. The second greatest value Ethelsville apartment is the D1 - 4x2 Model at The Quarters Starkville starting at $575 with a $0.43 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ethelsville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus Heights | 4x2 | 4BR, 2BA | $0.74 |
| The Quarters Starkville | D1 - 4x2 | 4BR, 2BA | $0.43 |
| Lakeside Student Living | 4x4 | 4BR, 4BA | $0.41 |
| The Social Block | 2x1.5 Classic Unfurnished Townhome | 2BR, 1.5BA | $0.50 |
| The Block Townhomes | 2x2 with Den Classic Furnished | 2BR, 2BA | $0.61 |
| Cedar Cove Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bathroom | 2BR, 1.5BA | $0.82 |
| Eastwood Townhouses | 2 Bed | 2BR, 1.5BA | $0.90 |
| Rivergate Apartments - Columbus, MS | 2 x 1 Flat Newly Renovated | 2BR, 1BA | $0.95 |
| The Reserve | 2x1 | 2BR, 1BA | $0.88 |
| Fox Run - Columbus | 2 x 1 | 2BR, 1BA | $0.84 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ethelsville Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ethelsville Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ethelsville Apartment is $550 at Military Square Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ethelsville Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ethelsville is starting from $670 at Military Square Apartments.
What is the most affordable Ethelsville Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Ethelsville Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Military Square Apartments and starts from $750.
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