
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Bates Neighborhood of Mobile, AL from $400 (7 Rentals)
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Arbours at Pierce Creek

Tyler Ridge
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Bates, Mobile, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bates?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bates 1 Bedroom Apartments | $609 | $424 | $795 |
| Bates 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,683 | $985 | $1,925 |
| Bates 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,983 | $1,135 | $2,300 |
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There are currently 7 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Bates Neighborhood of Mobile, AL.
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Cheapest Available Bates Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Bates area of Mobile, AL is a 2 Beds unit found at Tyler Ridge priced from $985. Arbours at Pierce Creek has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable Bates apartments for rent in Mobile, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tyler Ridge | 2BD/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $985 |
| Arbours at Pierce Creek | TWO | 2BR,2BA | $995 |
| Retreat at Schillinger | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $1,089 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bates, AL
As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bates area is the $1.25 price per square foot 2x2B Model at Cottages Of Schillinger Pointe in the in the West Mobile neighborhood starting from $1,950. The second greatest value Bates apartment is the TWO Model at Arbours at Pierce Creek starting at $995 with a $0.84 price per square foot in the West Mobile neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bates apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cottages Of Schillinger Pointe | 2x2B | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Arbours at Pierce Creek | TWO | 2BR,2BA | $0.84 |
| Tyler Ridge | 2BD/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $0.94 |
| Retreat at Schillinger | Aspen | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bates Apartments
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Bates?
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 3 regular apartments in Bates 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 Bates?
Cheap apartments in Bates have an average cost of $370 which is $1,880 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bates.
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