
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Gulf Shores, AL from $550 (32 Rentals)
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Villas at Bon Secour

Summer Trace at Gulf Shores

6387 Schoel Ln

Sweetwater

MAA Traditions

Regency Place

Marbella
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435 E Canal Dr

5652 Dee St

400 E 24th Ave

Magnolia Bay

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Jasmine Trails

6194 AL-59

Allier Gulf Shores
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One Club Gulf Shores I

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Magnolia Landing Apartments

The Reserve of Foley

Prosper Orange Beach

The Edison at the Shores

Wyld Palms
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Cavala Apartments

Sawgrass Apartments

304 E Orange Ave

19360 Chelsey Dr

19362 Chelsey Dr

19364 Chelsey Dr

2651 S Juniper St

1372 Surrey Loop
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Gulf Shores?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Gulf Shores Studio Apartments | $1,150 | $1,150 | $1,150 |
| Cheap Gulf Shores 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,387 | $550 | $2,900 |
| Cheap Gulf Shores 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,779 | $585 | $3,471 |
| Cheap Gulf Shores 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,129 | $1,625 | $6,468 |
| Cheap Gulf Shores 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,947 | $5,947 | $5,947 |
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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 Allier Gulf Shores in the Baldwin County neighborhood priced from $1,225. Summer Trace at Gulf Shores in the Baldwin County neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,239. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Gulf Shores apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allier Gulf Shores | Belle | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| Summer Trace at Gulf Shores | 1 Bedroom + 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,239 |
| Prosper Orange Beach | A2L | 1BR,1BA | $1,244 |
| The Edison at the Shores | Eastman II | 1BR,1BA | $1,247 |
| Magnolia Landing Apartments | 1 x 1 Devin A3vr | 1BR,1BA | $1,268 |
| MAA Traditions | 11A | 1BR,1BA | $1,313 |
| Marbella | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,399 |
| One Club Gulf Shores I | The Hogan | 2BR,2BA | $1,480 |
| The Reserve of Foley | The Morgan | 2BR,2BA | $1,488 |
| Wyld Palms | 2BR 2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gulf Shores, AL
As of September 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Gulf Shores area is the $1.37 price per square foot Aria Model at Kipling Meadows in the in the Baldwin County neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value Gulf Shores apartment is the 3BR THF Model at Craft Farms starting at $1,899 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Baldwin County neighborhood. 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 | Aria | 3BR,2BA | $1.37 |
| Craft Farms | 3BR THF | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.25 |
| Gulf Stream Townhomes | 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Bathrooms | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.43 |
| Wyld Palms | 2BR 2BATH | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| Sweetwater | The Schooner | 3BR,2BA | $1.36 |
| The Reserve of Foley | The Hawthorn | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| Marbella | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| Magnolia Landing Apartments | 1 x 1 Devin A3vr | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Allier Gulf Shores | Belle | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.36 |
| Prosper Orange Beach | A2L | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
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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 $1,225 at Allier 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 $1,399 at Marbella.
What is the most affordable Gulf Shores Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Gulf Shores Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Wyld Palms and starts from $1,799.
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