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property at 732 3rd St NE

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property at 218 Carl Nichols Dr

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218 Carl Nichols Dr

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Helena, AL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Helena Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Helena, AL is a 2 Beds unit found at 208 Rolling Mill St priced from $775. Villa Glen Apartments in the Outer Bessemer Fairfield neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Helena apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
208 Rolling Mill St2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$775
Villa Glen Apartments1BR1BR,1BA$800
Hills at Hoover ApartmentsThe Aspen1BR,1BA$865
The Landing on Emerald Pointe1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$899
Latitude at RiverchaseATHENA CLASSIC2BR,1BA$932
Wildwood Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$999
The Falls and Woods of Hoover ApartmentsAlcove1BR,1BA$1,013
Ridge CrossingsA11BR,1BA$1,063
Fox Valley Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1,100
Royal Oaks Apartments1 Bedroom / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,125

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Helena, AL

As of June 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Helena area is the $0.82 price per square foot Rose Model at Park at Hoover in the in the Hoover Vestavia Hills neighborhood starting from $1,250. The second greatest value Helena apartment is the 2BR 2BA (1310 SF) Model at Riverchase Landing Apartments starting at $1,223 with a $0.93 price per square foot in the Hoover Vestavia Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Helena apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Park at HooverRose3BR,2BA$0.82
Riverchase Landing Apartments2BR 2BA (1310 SF)2BR,2BA$0.93
Wood GardensThe Ficus3BR,2BA$1.12
Grand Reserve at Pelham1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.14
Skylar Ridge1 Bed | 1.5 Bath - Gardenia1BR,1.5BA$1.17
The Abbey At RiverchaseThe Berkley2BR,1BA$1.20
Wildwood Apartments1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1.00
The Avenues of South HooverThe Pelham1BR,1BA$1.27
208 Rolling Mill St2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$0.92
Villa Glen Apartments1BR1BR,1BA$1.00

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

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 Cheap Helena Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Helena?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Helena is at Colina Hillside listed at $1,365.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Helena Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Helena Apartment is $800 at Villa Glen Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Helena Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Helena is starting from $775 at 208 Rolling Mill St.

What is the most affordable Helena Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Helena Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Hills at Hoover Apartments and starts from $1,100.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

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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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Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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

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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.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

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