
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Fort Payne, AL from $500 (38 Rentals)
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Maplewood Apartments II

Mountain Lakes

Englewood Apartments

Riverbend Apartments

Emerald Court

Summer Waters Apartments

Spring Lake Lodge

Chateau Apartments
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Bridgeport Apartments

Ridgewood Apartments

Pine Ridge

Willow Creek Apartment Homes

The Flats at Lakeshore

Gateway at Rossville

Orleans Apartments

Willow Way Apartments

Lakeshore Apartments
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River Chase

Riverwalk

Cedar Chase Apartments

132 CR-1026

Sutton Bridge

Redmond Chase

Arbor Terrace

3214 Scottsboro Hwy

Sparrow Point
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Ashbrook Apartments

Hilltop Lofts

149 Stone Rd

Twin Oaks

1 Davis St

36 Ansley Cir

511 Decatur St

4511 Martha Berry Hwy

202 S Flora St
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37 Allison Dr

11 S Elm St SW
Fort Payne, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fort Payne?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Payne Studio Apartments | $1,372 | $900 | $1,525 |
| Fort Payne 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,109 | $535 | $1,800 |
| Fort Payne 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,256 | $555 | $2,200 |
| Fort Payne 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,589 | $885 | $4,000 |
| Fort Payne 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,275 | $2,034 | $2,600 |
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Cheapest Available Fort Payne Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Fort Payne, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Englewood Apartments priced from $629. Summer Waters Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $775. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fort Payne apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Englewood Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $629 |
| Summer Waters Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Spring Lake Lodge | 1x1 A R | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Chateau Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Bridgeport Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| Pine Ridge | 1x1NR | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| Willow Creek Apartment Homes | South | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Orleans Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Willow Way Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 story | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Lakeshore Apartments | Cozy Studio Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $930 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fort Payne, AL and Nearby
As of June 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fort Payne area is the $0.78 price per square foot 3bed 2 bath Model at River Chase in the starting from $949. The second greatest value Fort Payne apartment is the 2bd2ba Model at Gateway at Rossville starting at $1,037 with a $0.98 price per square foot in the St. Elmo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fort Payne apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Chase | 3bed 2 bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.78 |
| Gateway at Rossville | 2bd2ba | 2BR,2BA | $0.98 |
| Sutton Bridge | 2x2TH | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| Englewood Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.80 |
| Cedar Chase Apartments | 2BD 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Riverwalk | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Bridgeport Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Chateau Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| Orleans Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Summer Waters Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fort Payne Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Fort Payne?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Fort Payne is at Nova River District listed at $1,325.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Fort Payne Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Fort Payne Apartment is $629 at Englewood Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Fort Payne Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Fort Payne is starting from $775 at Englewood Apartments.
What is the most affordable Fort Payne Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Fort Payne Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Englewood Apartments and starts from $905.
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