
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Business District Mobile, AL from $700 (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 | $1,108 | $850 | $1,500 |
| Central Business District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $4,508 | $781 | $10,000+ |
| Central Business District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,802 | $981 | $2,767 |
| Central Business District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,704 | $2,704 | $2,704 |
| Central Business District 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,916 | $3,916 | $3,916 |
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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 $900. 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 - S7 | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Oakleigh Village Apartments | Two Bedroom/ One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| The Gateway | One Bedroom | Studio,1BA | $1,125 |
| Conti Bienville Apartments | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Business District, AL
As of June 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Business District area is the $1.15 price per square foot 2x1.5 Model at Conti Bienville Apartments in the in the Owens neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Central Business District apartment is the One Bedroom One and Half Bathroom B-15 Model at Merchants Plaza starting at $3,100 with a $2.49 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conti Bienville Apartments | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.15 |
| Merchants Plaza | One Bedroom One and Half Bathroom B-15 | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.49 |
| Wheeler Lofts | The Wheeler | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.61 |
| Meridian at the Port | Magnolia | 2BR,2BA | $1.84 |
| Brookley Pointe | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Oakleigh Village Apartments | Two Bedroom/ One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| The Gateway | Two Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| Elevate 758 | The Oaks - S7 | Studio ,1BA | $2.09 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Business District Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Business District Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Business District Apartment is $781 at Brookley Pointe.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central Business District Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Business District is starting from $981 at Brookley Pointe.
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