
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Central Huntsville Neighborhood of Huntsville, AL from $400 (54 Rentals)
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Hunters Ridge

Metro Huntsville

Newly Renovated Apartment Homes

Beaumont Place Apartments

Chasewood Village

3806 Cobb Rd

2714 7th Ave SW

Country Club

3925 Highridge Dr SW
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Stadium Apartments

The Reserve at Fairway Hills

Arbor Park

Woodland Park Apartments

3902 Cobb Rd

3813 Trian Blvd

3813 SW Triana Blvd

3813 Triana Blvd SW

The Preserve at Crestwood

Garden Cove
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Mural at Stovehouse

The Avenue

Eclipse Residences

The Foundry at Stovehouse

4110 Jamison Dr SW

Spring Branch Apartments

Merrimack Village

Parkside Village
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Chasewood Apartments

4101 Hunters Ridge Dr SW

4103 Hunters Ridge Dr SW

2950 Hood Rd SW

Knight Road Apartments

Villa Madrid

2903 Elmore Rd SW

3801 SW Triana Blvd

Mayfair Towers

2225 Golf Rd SW
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4032 Hunters Ridge Dr SW

4031 Hunters Ridge Dr SW

3929 Highridge Dr SW

4029 Hunters Ridge Dr SW

2940 Hood Rd SW

4300 Knight Rd SW

205 Stone St NW

Mirabeau Apartments

Silverstone Apartments

2021 Highridge Dr SW
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South Central Huntsville, Huntsville, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Central Huntsville?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Central Huntsville Studio Apartments | $1,174 | $899 | $1,658 |
| South Central Huntsville 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,313 | $699 | $3,183 |
| South Central Huntsville 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,722 | $800 | $2,865 |
| South Central Huntsville 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,115 | $1,250 | $3,707 |
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There are currently 54 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Central Huntsville Neighborhood of Huntsville, AL.
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Cheapest Available South Central Huntsville Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Central Huntsville area of Huntsville, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Metro Huntsville priced from $710. Newly Renovated Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $725. Here are the most affordable South Central Huntsville apartments for rent in Huntsville, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metro Huntsville | 1-Bedroom Standard | 1BR,1BA | $710 |
| Newly Renovated Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom S | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Hunters Ridge | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Beaumont Place Apartments | 1bed room | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Chasewood Village | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Villa Madrid | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Country Club | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Stadium Apartments | Updated 1 bedroom- Apartments Near UAH & Redsto... | 1BR,1BA | $810 |
| Woodland Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Arbor Park | The Mimosa | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Central Huntsville, AL
As of March 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Central Huntsville area is the $0.94 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Oxford Townhomes and Apartments in the in the West Huntsville neighborhood starting from $1,254. The second greatest value South Central Huntsville apartment is the 2 Bedroom Cottage Model at Country Club starting at $1,250 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Thornblade neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Central Huntsville apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oxford Townhomes and Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
| Country Club | 2 Bedroom Cottage | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Castlewood Apartments | Castlewood 2/1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.18 |
| Woodland Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Villa Madrid | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| The Preserve at Crestwood | One Bedroom | One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Hunters Ridge | 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Newly Renovated Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom S | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Chasewood Village | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Beaumont Place Apartments | 1bed room | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Best Local Schools in South Central Huntsville, Huntsville, AL
Blossomwood Elementary School
Huntsville Junior High School
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Central Huntsville Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Central Huntsville?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Central Huntsville is under $880.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Central Huntsville?
The cheapest apartment in South Central Huntsville is Metro Huntsville which is listed at $710, while the average apartment in South Central Huntsville costs $1,875.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Central 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 35 regular apartments in South Central 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 South Central Huntsville?
Cheap apartments in South Central Huntsville have an average cost of $257 which is $1,618 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Central Huntsville.
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Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.