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property at 350 St Joseph St

$1,125 - $1,400

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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350 St Joseph St

MobileAL36602

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Summerville Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Summerville Court

214 Upham StMobile, AL 36607
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Bird's Nest Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Bird's Nest Apartments

2901 Pleasant Valley RdMobile, AL 36606
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St. Charles Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

St. Charles Apartments

963 Government StMobile, AL 36604
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Murray Hill Commons
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Murray Hill Commons

1240 Murray Hill CtMobile, AL 36606
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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Downtown Mobile, Mobile, AL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Mobile Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Mobile area of Mobile, AL is a 2 Beds unit found at Bay Pointe Apartments priced from $725. The Grande at Brookley has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $735. Here are the most affordable Downtown Mobile apartments for rent in Mobile, AL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Bay Pointe Apartments2 Bed, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$725
The Grande at Brookley2 x 12BR,1BA$735
Brookley Pointe1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$781
Old Shell CommonsMidtown1BR,1BA$810
The Flats at Midtown2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$814
Windsor Place1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$861
Bel Air701sf1BR,1BA$872
Brookhaven Apartments1 BR 1 Bath1BR,1BA$879
PROMOTION- Heritage Oaks @ NavcoMid Reno2BR,1BA$899

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Mobile, AL

As of July 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Mobile area is the $1.17 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Model at Windsor Place in the in the Downtown Mobile neighborhood starting from $1,755. The second greatest value Downtown Mobile apartment is the 1066 Woods Aly Model at 1066 Woods Aly, Unit 1066 4-bedroom starting at $1,495 with a $1.07 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Windsor Place3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath3BR,2.5BA$1.17
1066 Woods Aly, Unit 1066 4-bedroom1066 Woods Aly4BR,2BA$1.07
Midtown Oaks Townhomes3 BEDROOMS 1 BATHROOM3BR,1BA$1.07
Conti Bienville Apartments2x1.52BR,1.5BA$1.15
PROMOTION- Heritage Oaks @ NavcoEnhanced Upgrade2BR,1BA$0.98
Yester Oaks1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.16
Bay Pointe Apartments2 Bed, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.94
The Grande at Brookley2 x 12BR,1BA$0.97
Brookley Pointe1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.04
The Flats at Midtown2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.21

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website is proud to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Downtown Mobile, Mobile, and the greater Mobile area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Mobile Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Mobile?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Mobile is under $899.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Mobile?

The cheapest apartment in Downtown Mobile is Brookley Pointe which is listed at $781, while the average apartment in Downtown Mobile costs $5,721.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Mobile?

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 Downtown Mobile 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 Downtown Mobile?

Cheap apartments in Downtown Mobile have an average cost of $219 which is $5,502 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Mobile.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.