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Birmingham Overlook
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Birmingham Overlook

2712 31st Ave NBirmingham, AL 35207
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Cain Creek Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cain Creek Apartments

501 Mae CirWarrior, AL 35180
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The Park at Forestdale
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Park at Forestdale

1101-3001 Pebble Creek PkyBirmingham, AL 35214
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Duke Complex
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Duke Complex

5013 9th Ct NBirmingham, AL 35212
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Club View Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Club View Apartments

8917-8920 Roebuck BlvdBirmingham, AL 35206
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The Park at Sunderland
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Park at Sunderland

660 Valley Crest DrBirmingham, AL 35215
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Avondale Forest
2 Bedroom Apartments

Avondale Forest

4340 2nd Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222
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Avondale Point
2 Bedroom Apartments

Avondale Point

4416 5th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222

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Gardendale, AL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Gardendale Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Gardendale, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Springville Landing Apartments in the Maple Grove neighborhood priced from $620. Madison Park Apartments & Townhomes in the Apple Valley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $665. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Gardendale apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Springville Landing Apartments1x11BR,1BA$620
Madison Park Apartments & TownhomesA2 One Bedroom1BR,1BA$665
Candy Mountain Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$695
The Glenwood at Pinson1BR 1BA1BR,1BA$700
Spring Lake Cove Apartments2BDR -1BTH Classic2BR,1BA$705
Ascot Place ApartmentsThe Chateau Classic1BR,1BA$720
Park at Carson1x1 The Hudson 750sf1BR,1BA$725
Club View Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$725
Hillcrest Apartments2 Bed / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$725
Center Pointe LandingsA11BR,1BA$750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gardendale, AL

As of January 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Gardendale area is the $1.08 price per square foot 3BR/1.5 BA Flat (Small) Model at Carson Crest Apartments & Townhomes in the in the Maple Grove neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Gardendale apartment is the Bamboo Model at Crestwood Green Apartments starting at $989 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the Woodlawn neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Gardendale apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Carson Crest Apartments & Townhomes3BR/1.5 BA Flat (Small)3BR,1.5BA$1.08
Crestwood Green ApartmentsBamboo2BR,1.5BA$1.04
Spring Lake Cove Apartments2BDR -1.5BTH Reno2BR,1.5BA$1.04
Club View Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.82
Springville Landing Apartments1x11BR,1BA$0.71
Summer RiseA11BR,1BA$0.93
1512 11th Ave NStandard2BR,1.5BA$0.94
Park at Carson1x1 The Hudson 750sf1BR,1BA$0.97
Candy Mountain Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$0.93
Hillcrest Apartments2 Bed / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.99

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Gardendale Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Gardendale?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Gardendale is at Madison Park Apartments & Townhomes listed at $665.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Gardendale Apartment is $620 at Springville Landing Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Gardendale is starting from $660 at Springville Landing Apartments.

What is the most affordable Gardendale Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Gardendale Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Ascot Place Apartments and starts from $1,000.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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