Cheap Homes for Rent in Gulf Shores, AL from $1,200 (9 Rentals)

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property at 7292 Roscoe Rd

$1,250

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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7292 Roscoe Rd

Orange BeachAL36561
property at 1430 Regency Rd

$1,275 - $2,200

1 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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1430 Regency Rd

Gulf ShoresAL36542

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property at 1517 Regency Rd

$1,700 - $2,200

2 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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1517 Regency Rd

Gulf ShoresAL36542

Gulf Shores, AL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Gulf Shores Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Gulf Shores, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at MAA Traditions in the Baldwin County neighborhood priced from $1,143. The Reserve of Foley in the Baldwin County neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Gulf Shores apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
MAA Traditions11A1BR,1BA$1,143
The Reserve of FoleyThe SaxonStudio,1BA$1,150
Villas at Bon SecourA21BR,1BA$1,230

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gulf Shores, AL

As of July 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Gulf Shores area is the $1.33 price per square foot Aria Model at Kipling Meadows in the in the Baldwin County neighborhood starting from $2,175. The second greatest value Gulf Shores apartment is the 3BR THF Model at Craft Farms starting at $1,799 with a $1.19 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Kipling MeadowsAria3BR,2BA$1.33
Craft Farms3BR THF3BR,2.5BA$1.19
Gulf Stream Townhomes3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms3BR,2.5BA$1.43
Wyld Palms2BR 2BATH2BR,2BA$1.29
Prosper Orange BeachC1D3BR,2BA$1.15
SweetwaterThe Schooner3BR,2BA$1.17
Magnolia Landing Apartments1 x 1 Caroline A2vr1BR,1BA$1.44
MAA Traditions11A1BR,1BA$1.40
The Reserve of FoleyThe SaxonStudio ,1BA$1.50
Villas at Bon SecourA21BR,1BA$1.68

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Gulf Shores

What type of rentals are currently available in Gulf Shores?

There are currently 80 Apartments for Rent in Gulf Shores, AL with pricing that ranges from $550 to $6,306. There are also 50 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Gulf Shores ranging from $1,200 to $7,999.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Gulf Shores?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Gulf Shores ranges from $1,200 to $7,999 with an average monthly rent of $3,216.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Gulf Shores?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Gulf Shores range from $1,453 to $3,653, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,250 to $3,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,400.

Expert Rental Resources

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.