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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 Studio apartment currently listed from $690. 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 & TownhomesA1 StudioStudio,1BA$690
Candy Mountain Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$695
Duke Complex1x11BR,1BA$700
Club View Apartments2 Bed / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gardendale, AL

As of September 12, 2025 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 in the in the Maple Grove neighborhood starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Gardendale apartment is the 2BDR -1.5BTH Reno Model at Spring Lake Cove Apartments starting at $930 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the East Pinson Valley 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 Apartments3BR/1.5 BA Flat (Small)3BR,1.5BA$1.08
Spring Lake Cove Apartments2BDR -1.5BTH Reno2BR,1.5BA$1.04
Club View Apartments2 Bed / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.80
Springville Landing Apartments1x11BR,1BA$0.71
Summer RiseA11BR,1BA$0.93
1512 11th Ave NStandard2BR,1.5BA$0.94
Duke Complex1x11BR,1BA$0.88
Candy Mountain Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$0.93
Ascot Place ApartmentsThe Regis1BR,1BA$1.03
Center Pointe LandingsA11BR,1BA$1.10

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Frequently Asked Questions about Gardendale

What type of rentals are currently available in Gardendale?

There are currently 49 Apartments for Rent in Gardendale, AL with pricing that ranges from $575 to $5,235. There are also 49 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Gardendale ranging from $850 to $2,750.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Gardendale?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Gardendale ranges from $850 to $2,750 with an average monthly rent of $1,580.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Gardendale?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Gardendale range from $755 to $5,235, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $895 to $2,550. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,575.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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