
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Malibar Heights Neighborhood of Mobile, AL from $400 (22 Rentals)
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Acasa Inverness Lakes

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Maison De Ville

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Malibar Heights, Mobile, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Malibar Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Malibar Heights Studio Apartments | $802 | $689 | $839 |
| Malibar Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $985 | $781 | $1,779 |
| Malibar Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,177 | $850 | $1,603 |
| Malibar Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,458 | $1,164 | $1,878 |
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There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Malibar Heights Neighborhood of Mobile, AL.
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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. Acasa Inverness Lakes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $781. Here are the most affordable Malibar Heights apartments for rent in Mobile, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marigold Apartments | Basic Studio Unfurnished | Studio,1BA | $689 |
| Acasa Inverness Lakes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $781 |
| Maison De Ville | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| 701 South | Studio A | Studio,1BA | $826 |
| Coastal Pointe | 1AGa | 1BR,1BA | $830 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Malibar Heights, AL
As of March 13, 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 2BR/1.5BA Model at Rondo Apartments starting at $895 with a $0.78 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acasa Inverness Lakes | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.82 |
| Rondo Apartments | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.78 |
| Ashford Place | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| Crossings at Pinebrook | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| Park West Apartments | Venice | 2BR,2BA | $1.15 |
| The Oakley at Hillcrest | Mystic | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Heritage Oaks @ Wakefield (Promotion!) | Enhanced Upgrade | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Timber Ridge Apartments | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Knollwood | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Maison De Ville | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
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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 $875.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Malibar Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Malibar Heights is Acasa Inverness Lakes which is listed at $781, while the average apartment in Malibar Heights costs $1,468.
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 5 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 $435 which is $1,033 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Malibar Heights.
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