
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mabelvale Neighborhood of Little Rock, AR from $400 (45 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Mabelvale area of Little Rock.


Rosewood Apartments

6510 Mabelvale Cut Off Rd

Woodridge Crossing

Eagle Hill I/IV

Eagle Nest

Crossing at Nandina

The Links at Eagle Hill

Otter Creek Villas
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Whisperwood Townhomes

The Foundry Apartments

7801 Bradley Dr

ReNew Otter Creek

Wimbledon Green

The Cottages at Otter Creek

9405 Lew Cir, Unit A, Unit A

7001 Eddy Ln

Gateway Woods
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8522 Tedburn Dr

9601 Comstock Rd

5801 W 59th St

5301 Keats Dr

Summit at Town and Country

5703 Valley Dr

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Pine Garden
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Villa De Cancun

King's Crossing

Colonial Parc Apartments

Colonial Parc Apartments

Spanish Willows

The Orchards at Mabelvale

15 Timber Ln

7124 Twin Oaks Rd

15 Rolling Ln
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11603 Warren Rd

5709 Windamere Dr

10112 Palo Alto Dr

9500 Wilderness Rd

12003 Krestridge Dr

Whisper Valley at Quartier

Village at Gateway

Valley Estates of Mabelvale

12003 Krestridge Dr
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Mabelvale, Little Rock, AR Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mabelvale?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mabelvale Studio Apartments | $842 | $725 | $959 |
| Mabelvale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $960 | $550 | $1,386 |
| Mabelvale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,143 | $650 | $2,200 |
| Mabelvale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,578 | $830 | $2,114 |
| Mabelvale 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,661 | $1,599 | $1,723 |
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Cheapest Available Mabelvale Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mabelvale area of Little Rock, AR is a 2 Beds unit found at Rosewood Apartments priced from $650. Luxe 30 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable Mabelvale apartments for rent in Little Rock, AR:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rosewood Apartments | 2.1 | 2BR,1BA | $650 |
| Luxe 30 | B2 | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
| Woodridge Crossing | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Eagle Hill I/IV | Custom Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $785 |
| Eagle Nest | Custom | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| The Links at Eagle Hill | Classic Deluxe II | 1BR,1BA | $815 |
| Whisperwood Townhomes | Flat Apartment 2BR 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Otter Creek Villas | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $888 |
| The Foundry Apartments | Carlisle (Townhome) | 2BR,1BA | $905 |
| The Cottages at Otter Creek | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mabelvale, AR
As of May 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mabelvale area is the $1.14 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at ReNew Otter Creek in the in the Ward 7 neighborhood starting from $1,239. The second greatest value Mabelvale apartment is the 3.1 Model at Rosewood Apartments starting at $830 with a $0.82 price per square foot in the Ward 2 neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mabelvale apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| ReNew Otter Creek | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| Rosewood Apartments | 3.1 | 3BR,1BA | $0.82 |
| Otter Creek Villas | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
| The Foundry Apartments | Carlisle (Townhome) | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.01 |
| Crossing at Nandina | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Whisperwood Townhomes | Townhome 2 BR 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Luxe 30 | A2 Premium with Black Appliances | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Village Green | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Woodridge Crossing | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Eagle Hill I/IV | Custom Deluxe | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMabelvale, Little Rock, AR
Ranked #40
Among cities in Arkansas for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mabelvale Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mabelvale?
The cheapest apartment in Mabelvale is Luxe 30 which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in Mabelvale costs $1,599.
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 21 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 $801 which is $798 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mabelvale.
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