Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mabelvale Neighborhood of Little Rock, AR from $400 (21 Rentals)

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Bella Vista Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Bella Vista Apartments

6510 Mabelvale Cut OffLittle Rock, AR 72209
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Villa De Cancun
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Villa De Cancun

5300 Baseline RdLittle Rock, AR 72209
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Autumn Park Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Autumn Park Apartments

43 Warren DrLittle Rock, AR 72209
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Pine Garden
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Pine Garden

6414 Baseline RdLittle Rock, AR 72209
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King's Crossing
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

King's Crossing

6815 Forbing RdLittle Rock, AR 72209
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The Orchards at Mabelvale
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Orchards at Mabelvale

9501 Mabelvale PikeLittle Rock, AR 72209
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Whisperwood Town Homes
2 Bedroom Apartments

Whisperwood Town Homes

8419 Baseline RdLittle Rock, AR 72209
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property at 7500 Knollwood Rd

7500 Knollwood Rd

Little RockAR72209

Mabelvale - One of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Little Rock

Named as one of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods to rent in Little Rock by our Local Expert Melissa Maxwell. See how it ranks!

Mabelvale, Little Rock, AR Local Guide

Cheapest Available Mabelvale Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mabelvale area of Little Rock, AR is a 1 Bed unit found at Terra Vista Apartments priced from $585. Luxe 30 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $650. Here are the most affordable Mabelvale apartments for rent in Little Rock, AR:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Terra Vista Apartments1 Bedroom Small1BR,1BA$585
Luxe 30A11BR,1BA$650
Rosewood Apartments2.1 Renovated2BR,1BA$710
Crossing at Nandina1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$765
Woodridge Crossing1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$775

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mabelvale, AR

As of June 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mabelvale area is the $1.28 price per square foot Burgundy Model at Arlo Luxury Apartment Homes in the in the Ward 7 neighborhood starting from $1,525. The second greatest value Mabelvale apartment is the C Model at ReNew Otter Creek starting at $1,295 with a $1.19 price per square foot in the Ward 7 neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mabelvale apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Arlo Luxury Apartment HomesBurgundy2BR,2BA$1.28
ReNew Otter CreekC3BR,2BA$1.19
Woodridge Crossing3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom3BR,2BA$1.36
Rosewood Apartments2.1 Renovated2BR,1BA$0.84
Otter Creek Villas2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.06
Luxe 30A2 Upgraded1BR,1BA$1.15
Summit at Geyer Springs1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.27
Village Green1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.29
Eagle Hill I/IVCustom Deluxe1BR,1BA$1.39
Terra Vista Apartments1 Bedroom Small1BR,1BA$1.17

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Mabelvale, Little Rock, AR

Ranked #40

Among neighborhoods in Little Rock, AR for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

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2.5
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Arkansas, including Little Rock. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for easy access to the parks, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, apartment complexes for the kids, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mabelvale Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Mabelvale?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Mabelvale is under $854.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mabelvale?

The cheapest apartment in Mabelvale is Terra Vista Apartments which is listed at $585, while the average apartment in Mabelvale costs $1,633.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Mabelvale?

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 77 regular apartments in Mabelvale 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 Mabelvale?

Cheap apartments in Mabelvale have an average cost of $581 which is $1,052 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mabelvale.

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Exploring the Best Affordable Neighborhoods in Little Rock: Finding Your Perfect Place

Written by: Melissa Maxwell

I lived in Little Rock, Arkansas for a time as a child. My grandmother was born and raised there with her seven brothers and sisters. On the day my grandmother was born, her father paid the doctor with a hog.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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