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$1,600

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$1,600

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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available Jul 18

5254 Cottage Ln

HooverAL35226
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Lorna Place
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lorna Place

3400 Treeline CtHoover, AL 35216
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Heights of Hoover
2 Bedroom Apartments

Heights of Hoover

3267 Warringwood DrHoover, AL 35216
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Blue Ridge Villas
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Blue Ridge Villas

1236 Blue Ridge Villa BlvdHoover, AL 35226
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property at 1947 Waterford Pl

$1,750

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$1,750

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2 Bedroom, 3 Bath Condo for Rent

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1947 Waterford Pl, Unit 1947D

1947 Waterford Pl
HooverAL35244

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Lotus Homewood
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$850 - $950
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Lotus Homewood

825 Oak Leaf CirBirmingham, AL 35209
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Cheapest Available Hoover Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Hoover, AL is a 2 Beds unit found at 208 Rolling Mill St in the Shelby County neighborhood priced from $750. The Trails at Cahaba River in the Lake Purdy neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $765. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hoover apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
208 Rolling Mill St2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$750
The Trails at Cahaba RiverOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$765
The Avenues of InvernessBrookhaven1BR,1BA$807
The Haven at GreenhillStudioStudio,1BA$825
2700 at HomewoodOne Bedroom Renovated1BR,1BA$830
AureaThe Richmond2BR,2BA$849
LakestoneThe Savannah2BR,2BA$849
Lotus Homewood825 Oak Leaf Cir1BR,1BA$850
Chastaine Park Apartments1 BR/1 BA1BR,1BA$870
Chace Lake VillasThe Camille1BR,1BA$880

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hoover, AL

As of July 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hoover area is the $0.95 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Branchwater in the in the Hoover Vestavia Hills neighborhood starting from $1,619. The second greatest value Hoover apartment is the 3BR/2BA Model at Wildwood Apartments starting at $1,400 with a $0.83 price per square foot in the Hoover Vestavia Hills neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hoover apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Branchwater3 Bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$0.95
Wildwood Apartments3BR/2BA3BR,2BA$0.83
The Onyx Hoover ApartmentsCitrine3BR,2BA$0.94
Wood GardensThe Ficus3BR,2BA$1.05
Shadesmont Apartments2 Bed / 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.98
Riverchase Landing Apartments1BR 1.5BA (1070 SF)1BR,1.5BA$0.99
Thirty-One 32 CypressB12BR,1.5BA$1.07
AureaThe Charleston2BR,1BA$0.96
LakestoneThe Beaumont1BR,1BA$0.99
208 Rolling Mill St2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$0.89

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Hoover Overview

As the largest suburb of Birmingham, Hoover enjoys all the amenities of a city while making it an ideal place to call home. Known for its rolling hills, vibrant economy, and world-class shopping, Hoover is an increasingly popular destination for tourists and business owners alike.

Why live in Hoover, AL?

Nestled at the heart of the Appalachians, Hoover has a lot of natural beauty. Imagine lush, rolling hills dotted with old trees and beautiful parks. Hoover has a booming economy with lots of great amenities. Its crown jewel is the Riverchase Galleria, one of the largest shopping centers in the Southeast and the largest mixed use center in the country. The public educational system is one of the best in the country. Combine all that with the Southern charm of its inhabitants and you have a great place to call home.

Hoover, AL
Population: 85,108

Ranked #397

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hoover Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Hoover?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Hoover is at The Haven at Greenhill listed at $825.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hoover Apartment is $765 at The Trails at Cahaba River.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hoover is starting from $750 at 208 Rolling Mill St.

What is the most affordable Hoover Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Hoover Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lakestone and starts from $1,149.

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