
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Business District Mobile, AL from $725 (12 Rentals)
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Central Business District, Mobile, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Business District?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Business District Studio Apartments | $1,112 | $850 | $1,500 |
| Central Business District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,662 | $781 | $10,000+ |
| Central Business District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,992 | $981 | $3,003 |
| Central Business District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,151 | $3,151 | $3,151 |
| Central Business District 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,416 | $4,416 | $4,416 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Central Business District Neighborhood of Mobile, AL.
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Cheapest Available Central Business District Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Business District area of Mobile, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Brookley Pointe priced from $781. Elevate 758 has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $876. Here are the most affordable Central Business District apartments for rent in Mobile, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookley Pointe | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $781 |
| Elevate 758 | The Oaks - S2 | Studio,1BA | $876 |
| The Gateway | One Bedroom | Studio,1BA | $1,125 |
| Meridian at the Port | Stewart Field | 1BR,1BA | $1,297 |
| Conti Bienville Apartments | 1x1 Apt 2F | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Business District, AL
As of September 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Business District area is the $2.34 price per square foot Monterey Model at Meridian at the Port in the in the Owens neighborhood starting from $2,560. The second greatest value Central Business District apartment is the The Excelsior Model at Wheeler Lofts starting at $1,432 with a $1.74 price per square foot in the Owens neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Business District apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meridian at the Port | Monterey | 2BR,2BA | $2.34 |
| Wheeler Lofts | The Excelsior | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Brookley Pointe | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Conti Bienville Apartments | 1x1 Apt 2F | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| The Gateway | Two Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Elevate 758 | The Oaks - S2 | Studio ,1BA | $1.97 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Business District Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central Business District?
The cheapest apartment in Central Business District is Brookley Pointe which is listed at $781, while the average apartment in Central Business District costs $1,631.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central Business District?
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 2 regular apartments in Central Business District that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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