
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Mobile Neighborhood of Mobile, AL from $500 (47 Rentals)
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8 S Reed Ave

Brookley Apartments

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Brookley Pointe

Old Shell Commons

Heritage Oaks @ Navco (Promotion!)

The Gateway

Midtown 250

Midtown Commons Apartments
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The Flats at Midtown

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Yester Oaks

Bel Air

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The Hamptons at Pine Bend

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3171 Pleasant Valley Rd

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Pleasant Valley Court

D'iberville Apartments

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Windsor Place
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Village at Midtown

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2604 Dauphin St

350 St Joseph St

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302 N Joachim St, Unit A

Midtown Oaks Townhomes

Parkside at Cottage Hill
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Furnished Studio-Mobile - I-65

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Murray Hill Commons

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Arbor Pointe

Elevate 758

Palmier Apartments
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519 Bay Bridge Rd

519 Bay Bridge Rd
Downtown Mobile, Mobile, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Mobile?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Mobile Studio Apartments | $1,159 | $675 | $1,649 |
| Downtown Mobile 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,597 | $695 | $2,345 |
| Downtown Mobile 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,773 | $820 | $2,785 |
| Downtown Mobile 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,195 | $1,261 | $4,191 |
| Downtown Mobile 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,924 | $3,042 | $4,866 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 47 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Mobile Neighborhood of Mobile, AL.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Mobile Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Mobile area of Mobile, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Brookley Apartments priced from $730. Brookley Pointe has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $781. Here are the most affordable Downtown Mobile apartments for rent in Mobile, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brookley Apartments | 2219 Dauphin Island Parkway - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $730 |
| Brookley Pointe | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $781 |
| Old Shell Commons | Midtown | 1BR,1BA | $810 |
| Heritage Oaks @ Navco (Promotion!) | Classic | 2BR,1BA | $820 |
| Midtown Commons Apartments | One Bedroom/ One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| The Flats at Midtown | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $909 |
| Yester Oaks | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $912 |
| Bel Air | 650sf | 1BR,1BA | $936 |
| The Hamptons at Pine Bend | Heritage | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| Pleasant Valley Court | A | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Mobile, AL
As of March 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Mobile 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 Downtown Mobile apartment is the 2 BEDROOMS 2 BATHROOMS Model at Midtown Oaks Townhomes starting at $1,306 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the Downtown Mobile neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Mobile 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 |
| Midtown Oaks Townhomes | 2 BEDROOMS 2 BATHROOMS | 2BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| 302 N Joachim St, Unit A | 302 N Joachim St | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.05 |
| Heritage Oaks @ Navco (Promotion!) | Enhanced Upgrade | 2BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Village at Midtown | The Jackson | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| Yester Oaks | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Brookley Apartments | 2219 Dauphin Island Parkway - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Windsor Place | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Brookley Pointe | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| The Flats at Midtown | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Mobile Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Mobile?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Mobile is at The Gateway listed at $1,125.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Mobile Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Mobile Apartment is $730 at Brookley Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Mobile Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Mobile is starting from $820 at Heritage Oaks @ Navco (Promotion!).
What is the most affordable Downtown Mobile Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Mobile Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Flats at Midtown and starts from $1,261.
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