Cheap Apartments for Rent near Malcolm, AL from $500 (36 Rentals)

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Azalea Landing
2 Bedroom Apartments

Azalea Landing

1961 Schillinger Road NorthSemmes, AL 36575
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Live Oak Trace
2 Bedroom Apartments

Live Oak Trace

6275 Overlook RdMobile, AL 36618
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Spartan Crossing
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Spartan Crossing

804 Saraland Blvd SSaraland, AL 36571
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Malcolm, AL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Malcolm Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Malcolm, AL is a 2 Beds unit found at Bay Pointe Apartments in the Owens neighborhood priced from $725. Megan Manor Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $749. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Malcolm apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Bay Pointe Apartments2 Bed, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$725
Megan Manor Apartments2 Bed/1 Bath2BR,1BA$749
Brookley Pointe1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$781
Willow Trace Apartments2 Bed/2 Bath2BR,2BA$799
Cottonwood Estates2 Bed/2 Bath2BR,2BA$799
Forest Hill Apartments1X11BR,1BA$800
Old Shell CommonsMidtown1BR,1BA$810
Oak Garden1x1 R1BR,1BA$820
Onderdonk Cottages1x11BR,1BA$829
Midtown Oaks Townhomes2 BEDROOMS 1 BATHROOM2BR,1BA$985

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Malcolm, AL and Nearby

As of July 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Malcolm area is the $1.07 price per square foot 3 BEDROOMS 1 BATHROOM Model at Midtown Oaks Townhomes in the in the Downtown Mobile neighborhood starting from $1,395. The second greatest value Malcolm apartment is the 2x1.5 Model at Conti Bienville Apartments starting at $1,500 with a $1.15 price per square foot in the Owens neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Malcolm apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Midtown Oaks Townhomes3 BEDROOMS 1 BATHROOM3BR,1BA$1.07
Conti Bienville Apartments2x1.52BR,1.5BA$1.15
Cottonwood Estates2 Bed/2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.75
Willow Trace Apartments2 Bed/2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.79
The Flats at Midtown3 Bedroom3BR,1BA$1.08
Megan Manor Apartments2 Bed/1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.83
Forest Hill Apartments1X11BR,1BA$0.99
Bay Pointe Apartments2 Bed, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.94
Brookley Pointe1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.04
Onderdonk Cottages1x11BR,1BA$1.11

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Malcolm Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Malcolm Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Malcolm Apartment is $781 at Brookley Pointe.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Malcolm Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Malcolm is starting from $725 at Bay Pointe Apartments.

What is the most affordable Malcolm Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Malcolm Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Megan Manor Apartments and starts from $899.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.