
Cheap Homes for Rent in Hoover, AL from $1,000 (29 Rentals)
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2014 Montreat Pkwy

3101 Lorna Rd

3233 Allison-Bonnett Memorial Dr

2519 Hawksbury Ln

822 Linbard Ln

2036 Chandalar Ct
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Furnished Studio-Birmingham - Inverness

102 Morning Sun Dr

118 Fox Hollies Blvd

100 Wildwood Ct, Unit 6-611

609 Cahaba Manor Ln

2807 Southwood Ln

45 Lake Davidson Ln
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2819 Southwood Ln

2087 Montreat Cir, Unit 2087

126 Hayesbury Ct

2800 Milan Ct, Unit 216

2800 Milan Ct, Unit 215

100 Wildwood Ct, Unit 516

100 Wildwood Ct, Unit 411
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680 Idlewild Cir

2800 Milan Ct, Unit 3225

2800 Milan Ct, Unit 3227

100 Wildwood Ct, Unit 528

2800 Milan Ct, Unit 3221

1506 Al Seier Rd

2800 Milan Ct, Unit 3219
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982 Webb Cir
Hoover, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Hoover?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hoover 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,806 | $1,200 | $2,375 |
| Hoover 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,395 | $1,395 | $3,445 |
| Hoover 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,954 | $1,980 | $4,200 |
| Hoover 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,526 | $3,385 | $3,800 |
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Cheapest Available Hoover Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Hoover, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Chace Lake Villas in the Hoover Vestavia Hills neighborhood priced from $765. The Avenues of Lakeshore in the Southwest Birmingham neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $854. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hoover apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chace Lake Villas | The Camille | 1BR,1BA | $765 |
| The Avenues of Lakeshore | The Brookwood | Studio,1BA | $854 |
| Hills at Hoover Apartments | The Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
| Chastaine Park Apartments | 1 BR/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $870 |
| The Haven at Greenhill | The Retreat | Studio,1BA | $875 |
| Latitude at Riverchase | APOLLO CLASSIC | 1BR,1BA | $893 |
| The Avenues of Inverness | Broadmoor | 1BR,1BA | $897 |
| Vestavia Place | Rocky | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| The Landing on Emerald Pointe | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| The Woodley | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hoover, AL
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hoover 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 Hoover apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2 Bedroom Model at Hickory Knoll starting at $1,299 with a $0.96 price per square foot in the Southwest Birmingham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hoover apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park at Hoover | Rose | 3BR,2BA | $0.82 |
| Hickory Knoll | 3 Bedroom 2 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.96 |
| Wood Gardens | The Ficus | 3BR,2BA | $1.12 |
| Kreekview Apartments | The Quail | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| Shadesmont Apartments | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.98 |
| Riverchase Landing Apartments | 1BR 1.5BA (1070 SF) | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.11 |
| Wildwood Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Lakestone | The Beaumont | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Cadence at Bluff Park | 2TA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.09 |
| The Avenues of South Hoover | The Pelham | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
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Hoover, ALPopulation: 85,108
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hoover
What type of rentals are currently available in Hoover?
There are currently 166 Apartments for Rent in Hoover, AL with pricing that ranges from $660 to $12,285. There are also 126 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Hoover ranging from $1,000 to $4,200.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Hoover?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Hoover ranges from $1,000 to $4,200 with an average monthly rent of $2,345.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Hoover?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Hoover range from $1,121 to $3,600, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,395 to $3,445. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,980 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,468.
Expert Rental Resources
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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.

Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
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