Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Mobile Neighborhood of Mobile, AL from $500 (103 Rentals)

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property at 1013 Elmira St

$745 - $995

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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1013 Elmira St

MobileAL36604

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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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St. Charles Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

St. Charles Apartments

963 Government StMobile, AL 36604
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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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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. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Bay Pointe Apartments2 Bed, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$725
Brookley Pointe1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$781
The Grande at Brookley2 x 12BR,1BA$800
Old Shell CommonsMidtown1BR,1BA$810
Heritage Oaks @ Navco (Promotion!)Classic2BR,1BA$820
Brookhaven Apartments1 BR 1 Bath1BR,1BA$860
Elevate 758The Oaks - S7Studio,1BA$900
Midtown Commons ApartmentsOne Bedroom/ One Bath1BR,1BA$900
The Hamptons at Pine BendHeritage1BR,1BA$904
Yester Oaks1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$913

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Mobile, AL

As of June 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 $1,330 with a $1.06 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.
Conti Bienville Apartments2x1.52BR,1.5BA$1.15
Midtown Oaks Townhomes2 BEDROOMS 2 BATHROOMS2BR,2BA$1.06
Village at MidtownThe Bienville2BR,2BA$1.07
Heritage Oaks @ Navco (Promotion!)Enhanced Upgrade2BR,1BA$1.03
Bel Air986sf2BR,1BA$1.05
Yester Oaks1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.11
Windsor Place1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.25
Bay Pointe Apartments2 Bed, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.94
The Grande at Brookley2 x 12BR,1BA$1.06
Brookley Pointe1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.04

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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 the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Mobile?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Mobile is at Elevate 758 listed at $900.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Mobile Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Mobile Apartment is $781 at Brookley Pointe.

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 $725 at Bay Pointe Apartments.

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 Grande at Brookley and starts from $900.

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.