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Helena, AL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Helena Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Helena, AL is a Studio unit found at Park at Hoover in the Hoover Vestavia Hills neighborhood priced from $660. The Willows Apartments in the Hoover Vestavia Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $775. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Helena apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Park at HooverAcaciaStudio,1BA$660
The Willows Apartments1x1 650sf1BR,1BA$775
Villa Glen Apartments1BR1BR,1BA$800
Hills at Hoover ApartmentsThe Aspen1BR,1BA$850
The Landing on Emerald Pointe1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$899

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Helena, AL

As of September 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Helena area is the $1.08 price per square foot 2 Bed | 2 Bath - Lily Model at Skylar Ridge in the in the Hoover Vestavia Hills neighborhood starting from $1,546. The second greatest value Helena apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at Grand Reserve at Pelham starting at $1,363 with a $1.09 price per square foot . 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.
Skylar Ridge2 Bed | 2 Bath - Lily2BR,2BA$1.08
Grand Reserve at Pelham1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.09
Wildwood Apartments2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$1.08
Riverchase Landing1BR 1.5BA (1070 SF)1BR,1.5BA$1.28
Meadow Wood Apartment Homes2x22BR,2BA$1.32
The Avenues of South HooverThe Pelham1BR,1BA$1.11
Villa Glen Apartments1BR1BR,1BA$1.00
The Abbey At RiverchaseThe Ashton1BR,1BA$1.30
The Landing on Emerald Pointe1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.28
The Willows Apartments1x1 650sf1BR,1BA$1.19

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Frequently Asked Questions about Helena

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 $3,995. There are also 75 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Helena ranging from $1,200 to $5,000.

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 $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,272.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Helena?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Helena range from $1,055 to $3,050, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,465 to $2,590. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,999 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,447.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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