
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Research Park Neighborhood of Huntsville, AL from $400 (182 Rentals)
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3711 Glendale Ln NW

2219 Euclid Rd NW

Executive Lodge

The Overlook Apartment Homes

French Quarter Apartments

4106 Broyles Ave SW

3815 Mc Vay St SW

Midtown Manor Aptartments

Presbyterian Apartments
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3702 Penny St SW

Innovation Flats at Research Park

The Kensington

Pinehurst Apartments

Laurelwood

3608 Penny St SW

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Candlewood Apartments

Newly Renovated Apartment Homes

1425 Ascent Trail NW

Imperial Gardens
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Madison Gardens

404 Ewing St NW

4321 Arlington Ct NW

Chasewood Village

Beaumont Place Apartments

Autumn Wood Apartments

1417 Ascent Trail NW

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Oxford Townhomes

Summer Tree

4514 Bonnell Dr NW
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3701 Fairview St SW, Unit 3701

The Wallace Apartments

2714 7th Ave SW

Central Heights

Vue at Rocket City

Vetra at Research Park

Apollo Ridge Apartments

Axis at Rocket City

Metro Huntsville

3302 Bradley St SW
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3418 Glen Park Dr NW

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3701 Dubose St SW

1502 Medland Rd NW

Arbor Park

4514 Bonnell Dr

1411 Ascent Trail NW

Governors House

Cabana

Coventry

4112 17th St SW
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University Research Park, Huntsville, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Research Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Research Park Studio Apartments | $1,058 | $559 | $2,071 |
| University Research Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,179 | $599 | $4,097 |
| University Research Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,452 | $700 | $2,902 |
| University Research Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,687 | $899 | $4,907 |
| University Research Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,477 | $815 | $3,027 |
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There are currently 182 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the University Research Park Neighborhood of Huntsville, AL.
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Cheapest Available University Research Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Research Park area of Huntsville, AL is a Studio unit found at Executive Lodge priced from $559. French Quarter Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $600. Here are the most affordable University Research Park apartments for rent in Huntsville, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Executive Lodge | Studio | Studio,1BA | $559 |
| French Quarter Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $600 |
| Midtown Manor Aptartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| McVay Manor | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
| Presbyterian Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $655 |
| Pinehurst Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $699 |
| Innovation Flats at Research Park | The Kepler | Studio,1BA | $700 |
| The Overlook Apartment Homes | 2 BED 1 BATH LARGE | 2BR,1BA | $720 |
| Newly Renovated Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom S | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| Candlewood Apartments | 1 Bed Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $730 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Research Park, AL
As of August 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Research Park area is the $0.96 price per square foot Three Bedrooms Model at Dunwoody Place in the in the University Research Park neighborhood starting from $1,320. The second greatest value University Research Park apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Lakeshore Crossing Apartments starting at $1,199 with a $0.95 price per square foot in the University Research Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Research Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dunwoody Place | Three Bedrooms | 3BR,2BA | $0.96 |
| Lakeshore Crossing Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.95 |
| Huntsville Place | 4 Bedroom | 4BR,4BA | $0.56 |
| Coventry | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
| 4101 McVay St SW | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| The Kensington | B1THR | 2BR,1BA | $0.81 |
| Madison Gardens | Two Bed - One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Spring Branch Apartments | 2 Bed/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| Central Heights | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| 3701 Dubose St SW | 3701 Dubose St SW | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
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Best Local Schools in University Research Park, Huntsville, AL
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Research Park Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in University Research Park?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University Research Park is under $730.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University Research Park?
The cheapest apartment in University Research Park is Executive Lodge which is listed at $599, while the average apartment in University Research Park costs $1,254.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University Research Park?
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 60 regular apartments in University Research Park 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 University Research Park?
Cheap apartments in University Research Park have an average cost of $618 which is $636 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University Research Park.
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