
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Montgomery Neighborhood of Montgomery, AL from $515 (121 Rentals)
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340 Buford St

2302 Plum St

2300-2302 Plum St

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Courtyard CitiFlats Apartments

2030 Madison Ave

Country Club Estates - Senior Living Center

2121 Winona Ave

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1576 Ann St

458 Burton Ave
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201 Arlington Rd

EP on Lower Wetumpka

3017 McQueen St

424 N California St

1716 Winona Ave

2107 Felder Terrace

1115-1125 Magnolia Curv

10 Brantwood Dr

2226 Carter Hill Rd

7 Calhoun Rd
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7 Calhoun Rd

222 Empire Rd

119 N Pennsylvania St, Unit 119 N Penn B

1813 S Hull St

15 Oak Forest Dr

1130 S Lawrence St

Chase Park

1493 Watson St

1944 Ridge Ave

2140 Winona Ave
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Zelda Pointe

1314 S Hull St

721 Central St

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402 Federal Dr, Unit 402 B

932 E Fairview Ave

1301 S Perry St

The Banc

1301 S Perry St

840 Terrace Ave

1415 Madison Ave, Unit G
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906 E Fairview Ave

1415 Madison Ave

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331 Cloverdale Rd, Unit D

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327 Cloverdale Rd, Unit C

139 Mt Vernon Dr

139 Mt Vernon Dr

672 N Pass Rd

1014 Rosedale Dr

929 Parkwood Dr

208 Bradley Dr
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Downtown Montgomery, Montgomery, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Montgomery?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Montgomery Studio Apartments | $953 | $660 | $1,250 |
| Downtown Montgomery 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,225 | $585 | $2,248 |
| Downtown Montgomery 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,284 | $710 | $2,300 |
| Downtown Montgomery 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,448 | $1,250 | $2,316 |
| Downtown Montgomery 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,915 | $1,000 | $4,092 |
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There are currently 121 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Montgomery Neighborhood of Montgomery, AL.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Montgomery Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Montgomery area of Montgomery, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Lofts at Cottage Hill (CS) priced from $725. EP on Lower Wetumpka has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable Downtown Montgomery apartments for rent in Montgomery, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lofts at Cottage Hill (CS) | Lofts at Cottage Hill (CS) - 501A | 1BR,1BA | $725 |
| EP on Lower Wetumpka | 1 bedroom 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| 1115-1125 Magnolia Curv | 1115 | 2BR,1BA | $840 |
| 33 Vonora Ave | Bdrm2 | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| The Banc | Jesse James | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Zelda Pointe | The Fitzgerald Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $974 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Montgomery, AL
As of September 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Montgomery area is the $0.95 price per square foot 2 x 2 R Model at Gatsby at Midtown in the in the South Central Montgomery neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Downtown Montgomery apartment is the 2 Bed 1 Bathroom Model at College Street Quad starting at $1,100 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Cloverdale neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Montgomery apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gatsby at Midtown | 2 x 2 R | 2BR,2BA | $0.95 |
| College Street Quad | 2 Bed 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 402 Federal Dr, Unit 402 B | 402 Federal Dr | 2BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| 1115-1125 Magnolia Curv | 1115 | 2BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| 331 Cloverdale Rd, Unit D | 331 Cloverdale Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 327 Cloverdale Rd, Unit C | 327 Cloverdale Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| EP on Lower Wetumpka | 1 bedroom 1 bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Zelda Pointe | The Fitzgerald Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Lofts at Cottage Hill (CS) | Lofts at Cottage Hill (CS) - 501A | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| 1576 Ann St | 1576 Ann St | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Montgomery, Montgomery, AL
Ranked #29
Among cities in Alabama for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Montgomery Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Montgomery?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Montgomery is Lofts at Cottage Hill (CS) which is listed at $725, while the average apartment in Downtown Montgomery costs $1,250.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Montgomery?
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 8 regular apartments in Downtown Montgomery that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!
Written by: Robin Stewart
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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags
Written by: Robin Stewart
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