Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Malibar Heights Neighborhood of Mobile, AL from $400 (46 Rentals)

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Eastwyck Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Eastwyck Apartments

551 Village Green DrMobile, AL 36609
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Bay Towne
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Bay Towne

601 Village Green DrMobile, AL 36609
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Greentree
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Greentree

6200 Airport BlvdMobile, AL 36608
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Glen Arbor
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Glen Arbor

1100 Somerby DrMobile, AL 36695
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Lakeview at Cottage Hill
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lakeview at Cottage Hill

6650 Cottage Hill RdMobile, AL 36695
Corporate Housing
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Malibar Heights, Mobile, AL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Malibar Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Malibar Heights area of Mobile, AL is a Studio unit found at Marigold Apartments priced from $689. Crossings at Pinebrook has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $729. Here are the most affordable Malibar Heights apartments for rent in Mobile, AL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Marigold ApartmentsBasic Studio UnfurnishedStudio,1BA$689
Crossings at Pinebrook1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$729
Hillcrest EstatesHE11BR,1BA$775
Acasa Inverness Lakes1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$781
Coastal Pointe1AGa1BR,1BA$830
Southern OaksOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$845
Portofino ApartmentsThe Cove1BR,1BA$875
Clearview ApartmentsOne Bedroom/ One Bath1BR,1BA$875
Rondo Apartments2BR/1.5BA2BR,1BA$895
Cimarron RidgeA1U1BR,1BA$899

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Malibar Heights, AL

As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Malibar Heights area is the $0.82 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Acasa Inverness Lakes in the in the West Mobile neighborhood starting from $1,171. The second greatest value Malibar Heights apartment is the 3/2 Model at Timber Ridge Apartments starting at $1,571 with a $1.10 price per square foot in the West Mobile neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Malibar Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Acasa Inverness Lakes3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$0.82
Timber Ridge Apartments3/23BR,2BA$1.10
Rondo Apartments2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$0.78
Ashford PlaceTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.16
Summer Place Apartments2 Bed, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.04
701 SouthTwo-Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.20
Heritage Oaks @ Wakefield (Promotion!)Enhanced Upgrade2BR,1BA$1.19
Maison1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.21
Hillcrest EstatesHE11BR,1BA$1.23
Crossings at Pinebrook1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.21

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is happy to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Malibar Heights, 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, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Malibar Heights Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Malibar Heights?

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

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Malibar Heights?

The cheapest apartment in Malibar Heights is Crossings at Pinebrook which is listed at $729, while the average apartment in Malibar Heights costs $1,431.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Malibar Heights?

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 9 regular apartments in Malibar Heights 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 Malibar Heights?

Cheap apartments in Malibar Heights have an average cost of $619 which is $812 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Malibar Heights.

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

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

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