
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Excel, AL from $400 (40 Rentals)
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Rock Pointe Apartments

Timberline Apartments

Wynnchase Apartments

Susanna Ridge

Pine Ridge

Summerchase Apartments

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715 Sherman Ave

593 Perdue Pl
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3992 McCutchin Dr

177 Sunnybrook Rd

39 Edgeview Heights Rd

Quinn Bayou

510 Oak Grove St

706 E Watson St

7809 Marlette Dr

15931 Pine Grove Rd Ext W
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Excel, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Excel?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Excel Studio Apartments | $881 | $775 | $1,000 |
| Excel 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,104 | $425 | $1,651 |
| Excel 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,312 | $445 | $2,100 |
| Excel 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,416 | $595 | $2,430 |
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Cheapest Available Excel Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Excel, AL is a 2 Beds unit found at Rock Pointe Apartments priced from $535. Susanna Ridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $600. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Excel apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rock Pointe Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $535 |
| Susanna Ridge | Three Bedrooms | 3BR,2BA | $600 |
| Country Club Cottages | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $603 |
| Brewington Pointe Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $615 |
| Ivy Village | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| River Run Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $705 |
| Camellia Place | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $749 |
| Willow Trace Apartments | 2 Bed/2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $799 |
| Coventry Gardens Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $799 |
| Cottonwood Estates | 2 Bed/2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $799 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Excel, AL and Nearby
As of August 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Excel area is the $0.52 price per square foot Three Bedrooms Model at Susanna Ridge in the starting from $600. The second greatest value Excel apartment is the 2 Bed/2 Bath Model at Cottonwood Estates starting at $799 with a $0.75 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Excel apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Susanna Ridge | Three Bedrooms | 3BR,2BA | $0.52 |
| Cottonwood Estates | 2 Bed/2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.75 |
| Willow Trace Apartments | 2 Bed/2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.79 |
| Brewington Pointe Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.62 |
| Rock Pointe Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.54 |
| Willow Tree Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| River Run Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.81 |
| Coventry Gardens Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| Country Club Cottages | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| Ivy Village | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Excel Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Excel Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Excel Apartment is $603 at Country Club Cottages.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Excel Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Excel is starting from $535 at Rock Pointe Apartments.
What is the most affordable Excel Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Excel Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Rock Pointe Apartments and starts from $595.
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