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755 Cahaba Manor Trail

777 2nd St

1588 King James Dr

200 Willow Point Cir

108 Sugar Hill Ln

314 Coales Branch Cir
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378 Walker Way

609 Cahaba Manor Ln

3426 Wildewood Dr

9014 Brookline Ln

2005 King Arthur Cir

102 Frances Ln

218 Carl Nichols Dr
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126 Hayesbury Ct

2236 Pup Run

203 Winterhaven Dr

422 Cambrian Ridge Trail

1016 Wyndham Ln

422 Holland Lakes Dr N

101 Hayesbury Ln
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Helena, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Helena?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Helena 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,703 | $1,200 | $2,395 |
| Helena 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,991 | $1,525 | $3,300 |
| Helena 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,767 | $2,105 | $4,490 |
| Helena 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,646 | $2,225 | $2,955 |
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Cheapest Available Helena Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Helena, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Villa Glen Apartments in the Outer Bessemer Fairfield neighborhood priced from $800. Hills at Hoover Apartments in the Hoover Vestavia Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $865. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Helena apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa Glen Apartments | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Hills at Hoover Apartments | The Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
| Latitude at Riverchase | APOLLO CLASSIC | 1BR,1BA | $885 |
| The Landing on Emerald Pointe | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Ridge Crossings | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,007 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Helena, AL
As of May 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Helena area is the $0.92 price per square foot Rose-RENO Model at Park at Hoover in the in the Hoover Vestavia Hills neighborhood starting from $1,399. The second greatest value Helena apartment is the The Ficus Model at Wood Gardens starting at $1,429 with a $1.11 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park at Hoover | Rose-RENO | 3BR,2BA | $0.92 |
| Wood Gardens | The Ficus | 3BR,2BA | $1.11 |
| Wildwood Apartments | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| Skylar Ridge | 1 Bed | 1.5 Bath - Gardenia | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.12 |
| The Avenues of South Hoover | The Homewood | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Riverchase Landing Apartments | 1BR 1.5BA (1070 SF) | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.11 |
| The Abbey At Riverchase | The Berkley | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Terrace 31 | 2 bedroom 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| Villa Glen Apartments | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Latitude at Riverchase | APOLLO CLASSIC | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Helena?
There are currently 38 Apartments for Rent in Helena, AL with pricing that ranges from $660 to $3,656. There are also 62 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Helena ranging from $1,200 to $4,490.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Helena?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Helena ranges from $1,200 to $4,490 with an average monthly rent of $2,276.
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