
Cheap Gated Apartments for Rent in Huntsville, AL from $400 (28 Rentals)
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Metro Huntsville

Beaumont Place Apartments

The Wallace Apartments

Summer Tree

Highland Pointe

Brixworth at Bridge Street
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The Davis Apartments

Governors House

The Collins Luxury Apartments

Sunlake at Edgewater

Gravity at 255

The Foundry at Stovehouse
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Walden at Providence

Ashbury Woods

Mural at Stovehouse

Ariza Research

MAA Providence Main

The Lofts at Dallas Mill

Somerset at Madison
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1010 Elliston

Madison Landing at Research Park and the Cottages

Revere at River Landing

Zen Garden

Ballpark Apartments @ Town Madison
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Huntsville, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Huntsville?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
---|---|---|---|
Huntsville Studio Apartments | $1,169 | $605 | $2,247 |
Huntsville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,297 | $650 | $5,881 |
Huntsville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,627 | $700 | $6,549 |
Huntsville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,046 | $999 | $8,861 |
Huntsville 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,402 | $779 | $2,899 |
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Huntsville, ALPopulation: 197,318
Ranked #123
in US Census Population by City
Pet Friendly LifestyleHuntsville, AL
Ranked #3
Among cities in Alabama for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Huntsville, AL
Monte Sano Elementary School
New Century Technology High School
Hampton Cove Middle School
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Getting Around Huntsville, AL
Walk Score®
45 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
49 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
15 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Huntsville Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Huntsville?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Huntsville is under $710.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Huntsville?
The cheapest apartment in Huntsville is Madison Gardens which is listed at $632, while the average apartment in Huntsville costs $2,128.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Huntsville?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 360 regular apartments in Huntsville that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Huntsville?
Cheap apartments in Huntsville have an average cost of $341 which is $1,787 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Huntsville.
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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.

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Written by: Cheryl Bowman
A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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Written by: Marie Brown
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