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property at 3806 Cobb Rd

$695

1 Bedroom Rentals

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3806 Cobb Rd

HuntsvilleAL35805
property at 3902 Cobb Rd

$695 - $995

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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3902 Cobb Rd

HuntsvilleAL35805

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University Research Park, Huntsville, AL Local Guide

Cheapest Available University Research Park Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Research Park area of Huntsville, AL is a 2 Beds unit found at Knight Road Apartments priced from $495. The Overlook Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $599. Here are the most affordable University Research Park apartments for rent in Huntsville, AL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Knight Road Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$495
The Overlook Apartment Homes1 bed 1 bath large1BR,1BA$599
Executive LodgeStudioStudio,1BA$599
Midtown Manor Aptartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$650
Presbyterian ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$655
French Quarters0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$695
Villa Madrid2 Beds, 2 Baths2BR,2BA$695
Pinehurst Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$699
Innovation Flats at Research ParkThe KeplerStudio,1BA$700
Metro Huntsville1-Bedroom Standard1BR,1BA$710

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Research Park, AL

As of January 14, 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 3 Bedroom Model at Oxford Townhomes and Apartments starting at $1,254 with a $0.94 price per square foot in the West Huntsville neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Research Park apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Dunwoody PlaceThree Bedrooms3BR,2BA$0.96
Oxford Townhomes and Apartments3 Bedroom3BR,1.5BA$0.94
Huntsville Place4 Bedroom4BR,4BA$0.55
Wilshire Park Apartments3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$0.93
1601 Sparkman Dr NWTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.88
Lakeshore Crossing ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.96
Knight Road Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$0.55
Madison GardensOne Bed - One Bath1BR,1BA$0.85
Royal Pines1 Bed - 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.07
Pinehurst Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.06

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website works hard to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities across the United States, including Huntsville. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

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 $710.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in University Research Park?

The cheapest apartment in University Research Park is The Overlook Apartment Homes which is listed at $599, while the average apartment in University Research Park costs $1,648.

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 132 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 $610 which is $1,038 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University Research Park.

Expert Rental Resources

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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.

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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.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!