
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Gulf Shores, AL from $400 (18 Rentals)
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Villas at Bon Secour

6429 Schoel Ln

MAA Traditions

Sweetwater

Aviles Townhomes
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Bayview Estates

24598 Gulf Bay Rd
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Magnolia Landing Apartments

The Reserve of Foley

Prosper Orange Beach

109 Cody Ln

210 Cody Ln
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Gulf Shores, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Gulf Shores?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Gulf Shores Studio Apartments | $1,568 | $1,311 | $2,084 |
| Cheap Gulf Shores 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,509 | $550 | $2,335 |
| Cheap Gulf Shores 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,775 | $585 | $3,930 |
| Cheap Gulf Shores 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,753 | $1,529 | $9,480 |
| Cheap Gulf Shores 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,182 | $1,900 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Gulf Shores Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Gulf Shores, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Summer Trace at Gulf Shores priced from $1,049. Villas at Bon Secour has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,089. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Gulf Shores apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summer Trace at Gulf Shores | 1 Bedroom + 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,049 |
| Villas at Bon Secour | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,089 |
| Magnolia Landing Apartments | Adair | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| MAA Traditions | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $1,223 |
| Prosper Orange Beach | A2P | 1BR,1BA | $1,244 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gulf Shores, AL
As of October 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Gulf Shores area is the $1.29 price per square foot Cali Model at Kipling Meadows in the starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Gulf Shores apartment is the 22T Floor Plan Model at MAA Cypress Village starting at $1,988 with a $1.15 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Gulf Shores apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kipling Meadows | Cali | 4BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| MAA Cypress Village | 22T Floor Plan | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| Cottages at Craft Farms | 3 Bedroom TH FL | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.29 |
| Cottages at Wyld Palms | 2BR 2BA TH | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| Aviles Townhomes | 2 Bedroom 3 Bathroom | 2BR,3BA | $1.22 |
| Sweetwater | The Hobie | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| MAA Traditions | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Prosper Orange Beach | A1D | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Magnolia Landing Apartments | Adair | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Summer Trace at Gulf Shores | 1 Bedroom + 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
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Getting Around Gulf Shores, AL
Walk Score®
36 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
45 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Gulf Shores Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Gulf Shores Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Gulf Shores Apartment is $1,049 at Summer Trace at Gulf Shores.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Gulf Shores Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Gulf Shores is starting from $1,245 at Summer Trace at Gulf Shores.
What is the most affordable Gulf Shores Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Gulf Shores Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Sweetwater and starts from $1,529.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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Written by: Trey Huguley
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