
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Carlen Neighborhood of Mobile, AL from $500 (41 Rentals)
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8 S Reed Ave

Old Shell Commons

1504 Dauphin St

Midtown Commons Apartments

929 Navco Rd
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Pleasant Valley Court

Midtown Oaks Townhomes

1557 Van Dorn St

Old Shell Lofts
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1505 Orange St

1152 Texas St

657 Dauphin Island Pkwy
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404 Havens St

404 Havens St

59 S Julia St

1701 Conti St

65 Le Fevre St
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1001 McRae Ave

1910 Myrtle Ave

1009 Cherokee St

2658 Foreman Cir

2054 Emogene St

1005 Navco Rd

556 Cedar Ave
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109 S Catherine St
Carlen, Mobile, AL Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Carlen?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carlen Studio Apartments | $1,055 | $695 | $1,749 |
| Carlen 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,682 | $695 | $2,713 |
| Carlen 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,852 | $561 | $3,349 |
| Carlen 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,363 | $1,054 | $4,176 |
| Carlen 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,885 | $3,666 | $6,827 |
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There are currently 41 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Carlen Neighborhood of Mobile, AL.
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Cheapest Available Carlen Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Carlen area of Mobile, AL is a Studio unit found at 8 S Reed Ave priced from $600. Manchester Park Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $690. Here are the most affordable Carlen apartments for rent in Mobile, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 S Reed Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $600 |
| Manchester Park Apartments | 1 BR 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $690 |
| Old Shell Commons | Midtown | 1BR,1BA | $810 |
| Bel Air | 650sf | 1BR,1BA | $849 |
| Midtown Commons Apartments | One Bedroom/ One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Midtown Oaks Townhomes | 2 BEDROOMS 1 BATHROOM | 2BR,1BA | $954 |
| Ann Street Lofts | The Ann at Ann St. Lofts | 1BR,1BA | $1,017 |
| Old Shell Lofts | The Monterey | Studio,1BA | $1,042 |
| The Flats at Midtown | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1,214 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Carlen, AL
As of December 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Carlen area is the $0.81 price per square foot 2 BEDROOMS 2 BATHROOMS Model at Midtown Oaks Townhomes in the in the Downtown Mobile neighborhood starting from $1,011. The second greatest value Carlen apartment is the 261 S Ann St Model at 261 S Ann St, Unit C starting at $1,000 with a $0.91 price per square foot in the Owens neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Carlen apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midtown Oaks Townhomes | 2 BEDROOMS 2 BATHROOMS | 2BR,2BA | $0.81 |
| 261 S Ann St, Unit C | 261 S Ann St | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Village at Midtown | The Jackson | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| The Flats at Midtown | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| The Waters at McGowin | The Cabernet | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Parkside at Cottage Hill | Sanderling I | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Ann Street Lofts | The Ann at Ann St. Lofts | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| Bel Air | 650sf | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Old Shell Commons | Midtown | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Manchester Park Apartments | 1 BR 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Carlen, Mobile, AL
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Lifestyle Ratings
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Carlen Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Carlen?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Carlen is at 8 S Reed Ave listed at $600.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Carlen Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Carlen Apartment is $690 at Manchester Park Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Carlen Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Carlen is starting from $686 at The Flats at Midtown.
What is the most affordable Carlen Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Carlen Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Manchester Park Apartments and starts from $1,125.
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