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 priced from $689. Hillcrest Estates has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $753. Here are the most affordable Malibar Heights apartments for rent in Mobile, AL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
MarigoldBasic Studio UnfurnishedStudio,1BA$689
Hillcrest EstatesHE11BR,1BA$753
Crossings at Pinebrook1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$767
Acasa Inverness Lakes1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$781
Autumn Chase ApartmentsThornhill1BR,1BA$805
Coastal Pointe1AGa1BR,1BA$830
The Estates At Lafayette SquareGeorgetown1BR,1BA$872
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 June 12, 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 Dover II Model at The Estates At Lafayette Square starting at $1,378 with a $1.07 price per square foot in the College Park 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
The Estates At Lafayette SquareDover II3BR,1.5BA$1.07
The Oakley at HillcrestPrestige2BR,2BA$1.10
Rondo Apartments2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$0.78
Ashford PlaceTwo Bedroom One Bath2BR,1BA$1.16
Summer Place Apartments2 Bed, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.04
Park West ApartmentsModena2BR,1BA$1.10
MaisonManor 2x12BR,1BA$1.08
Heritage OaksEnhanced Upgrade2BR,1BA$1.19
Autumn Chase ApartmentsThornhill1BR,1BA$1.17

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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

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 the Cheapest Studio apartment in Malibar Heights?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Malibar Heights is at Marigold listed at $689.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Malibar Heights Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Malibar Heights Apartment is $753 at Hillcrest Estates.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Malibar Heights Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Malibar Heights is starting from $844 at Crossings at Pinebrook.

What is the most affordable Malibar Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Malibar Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Acasa Inverness Lakes and starts from $1,171.

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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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.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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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.