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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 Villas At Bon Secour priced from $949. MAA Traditions has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,213. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Gulf Shores apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Villas At Bon SecourA11BR,1BA$949
MAA Traditions11A1BR,1BA$1,213
Sweetwater ApartmentsThe Hobie1BR,1BA$1,304

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Gulf Shores, AL

As of May 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Gulf Shores area is the $1.19 price per square foot 32T Floor Plan Model at MAA Cypress Village in the starting from $2,513. The second greatest value Gulf Shores apartment is the Cali Model at Kipling Meadows starting at $2,300 with a $1.29 price per square foot . 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.
MAA Cypress Village32T Floor Plan3BR,2BA$1.19
Kipling MeadowsCali4BR,2BA$1.29
Cottages at Craft FarmsTH3BR,2.5BA$1.18
Cottages at Wyld Palms2BR 2BA TH2BR,2BA$1.34
Prosper Orange BeachC1D3BR,2BA$1.24
The Reserve of FoleyThe Tensaw3BR,2BA$1.15
Aviles Townhomes2 Bedroom 3 Bathroom2BR,3BA$1.29
Summer Trace at Gulf Shores2 Bedrooms + 2 Baths2BR,2BA$1.32
MAA Traditions11A1BR,1BA$1.49
Villas At Bon SecourA11BR,1BA$1.46

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Frequently Asked Questions about Gulf Shores

What type of rentals are currently available in Gulf Shores?

There are currently 79 Apartments for Rent in Gulf Shores, AL with pricing that ranges from $550 to $19,830. There are also 42 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Gulf Shores ranging from $1,100 to $6,000.

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 $1,100 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,626.

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 $1,532 to $4,028, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,350 to $6,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,400.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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