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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Montgomery, AL

Pricing Updated: 07/29/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Montgomery, AL area range in price from $550 to $3,495 with an overall median price of $2,214. The three Montgomery neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Southwest Montgomery at $700, Cottage Hill at $595, and Maxwell Air Force Base at $700. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Montgomery Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Southwest Montgomery$995$7006
Cottage Hill$1,450$59525
Maxwell Air Force Base$1,450$7007
West$1,450$70010
West Montgomery$1,450$70010
Garden District$1,600$55056
Maxwell Heights$1,600$62531
Ridgecrest$1,600$62538
South Hull$1,600$59550
South Montgomery City$1,600$92515

Cheapest Available Montgomery Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Montgomery, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Sunrise Extended Stay in the Halcyon Park neighborhood priced from $300. Woodley Terrace Apartments in the South Montgomery City neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $625. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Montgomery apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Sunrise Extended Stay1 Bed 1 Bathroom Weekly1BR,1BA$300
Woodley Terrace Apartments1x1Woodley Terrace Apartments1BR,1BA$625
Ravenwood ApartmentsRavenwood 1 Bed 1 Bath Medium1BR,1BA$629
AlcoveStudioStudio,1BA$645
Brentwood Estates1x1Brentwood Estates1BR,1BA$665
Heritage View ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$672
Classic Villas1x11BR,1BA$680
The EasternWelcome to The Eastern - 1 Bed | 1 Bath1BR,1BA$699
The Lofts on FountainWelcome to The Lofts on Fountain - 1 Bed | 1 Bath1BR,1BA$699
Courtyard CitiFlats Apartments1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Montgomery, AL

As of July 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Montgomery area is the $0.94 price per square foot The Fitzgerald 3x2 Model at The Gatsby at Midtown Apartment Living in the in the South Central Montgomery neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Montgomery apartment is the Lennox Model at Central Park starting at $1,143 with a $0.82 price per square foot in the Northeast Montgomery neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Montgomery apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Gatsby at Midtown Apartment LivingThe Fitzgerald 3x23BR,2BA$0.94
Central ParkLennox3BR,2BA$0.82
Park at Meadow RidgeSanta Rosa Classic2BR,2BA$0.89
3753 Gas Light Curv, Unit 37533753 Gas Light Curv2BR,2BA$0.79
The Cypress Grove ResidenceMonarch2BR,2BA$0.86
Heritage View ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.65
The Lofts on FountainWelcome to The Lofts on Fountain - 1 Bed | 1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.86
Brentwood Estates1x1Brentwood Estates1BR,1BA$0.85
Ravenwood ApartmentsRavenwood 1 Bed 1 Bath S1BR,1BA$0.93
Woodley Terrace Apartments1x1Woodley Terrace Apartments1BR,1BA$0.92

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Montgomery Overview

Montgomery is a city rich in culture, history, food and entertainment. From your Montgomery Apartments, you’ll have full ability to explore, discover and enjoy all that Montgomery has to offer. With only around 206 thousand people as of the last census, Montgomery is one of those bustling cities with a small town feel. Let’s explore some of the great things that this little city has to offer.

Why live in Montgomery, AL?

What really makes Montgomery great is the warm weather and the great people. Montgomery is a place that lives and breathes a rich history, but like only certain cities has moved into the modern age without losing its casual and friendly charm.

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Getting Around Montgomery, AL

Walk Score®

38 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

37 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

19 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Montgomery Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Montgomery?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Montgomery is at Alcove listed at $645.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Montgomery Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Montgomery Apartment is $300 at Sunrise Extended Stay.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Montgomery is starting from $350 at Sunrise Extended Stay.

What is the most affordable Montgomery Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Montgomery Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Brentwood Estates and starts from $900.

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