
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Central Montgomery Neighborhood of Montgomery, AL from $500 (70 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the South Central Montgomery area of Montgomery.


Ravenwood Apartments

3422 Norman Bridge Rd

3422 Norman Bridge Rd

Courtyard CitiFlats Apartments

The Eastern

2426-2428 Cherry St

Anthos at Belmont

139 Mt Vernon Dr

139 Mt Vernon Dr
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1728 Westhaven Ln

Bell Oaks Apartments

Magnolia Apartments

3319 Norman Bridge Rd

Cloverdale Estates

2672 E 3rd St

2020 Plum St

Zelda Pointe

3518 Wilmington Rd

1419 S Perry St
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The Banc

438 Earl Pl

3442 Audubon Rd

3444 Audubon Rd

Mid-town Row

3318 Arborfield Rd

3 Early St

395 Felder Ave

South Court Place

Midtown Oaks
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604 Capitol Pkwy

Cambridge Place

Stonebridge Apartments

3751 Wesley Dr

730 Ryan St

1605 West St

3468 Norman Bridge Rd

Governors Parc Apartments

Normandale Apartments

2020 E 3rd St
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2204 E 3rd St

2215 E 2nd St

South Mall Apartments

3415 Gilmer Ct

404 S Capitol Pkwy

Country Club Place

Adams Avenue Lofts

3827 Harrison Rd

3510 Dundale Rd

2714 Green Oaks Dr
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South Central Montgomery, Montgomery, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Central Montgomery?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Central Montgomery Studio Apartments | $1,233 | $950 | $1,805 |
| South Central Montgomery 1 Bedroom Apartments | $933 | $592 | $2,411 |
| South Central Montgomery 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,048 | $650 | $2,789 |
| South Central Montgomery 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,628 | $750 | $3,499 |
| South Central Montgomery 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,304 | $2,502 | $4,704 |
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There are currently 70 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Central Montgomery Neighborhood of Montgomery, AL.
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Cheapest Available South Central Montgomery Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Central Montgomery area of Montgomery, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Courtyard CitiFlats Apartments priced from $660. The Eastern has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $699. Here are the most affordable South Central Montgomery apartments for rent in Montgomery, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Courtyard CitiFlats Apartments | 1BD/1BA Studio | 1BR,1BA | $660 |
| The Eastern | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
| Ravenwood Apartments | Ravenwood 2 Bed 1 Bath Small | 2BR,1BA | $715 |
| Anthos at Belmont | 3580 McGehee Place Drive S | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Magnolia Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $840 |
| Bell Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $840 |
| Cloverdale Estates | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| Adams Avenue Lofts | C | 1BR,1BA | $884 |
| Zelda Pointe | The Fitzgerald Classic | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| The Banc | Jesse James | Studio,1BA | $950 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Central Montgomery, AL
As of January 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Central Montgomery area is the $0.99 price per square foot The Carraway 2x2 Model at The Gatsby at Midtown Apartment Living in the in the South Central Montgomery neighborhood starting from $1,250. The second greatest value South Central Montgomery apartment is the 3580 McGehee Place Drive S Model at Anthos at Belmont starting at $800 with a $1.06 price per square foot in the South Montgomery City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Central Montgomery apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Gatsby at Midtown Apartment Living | The Carraway 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $0.99 |
| Anthos at Belmont | 3580 McGehee Place Drive S | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Cloverdale Estates | 1x1 W/D Hookup | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Bell Oaks Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Perry Street Flats | 1x1 L | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Magnolia Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Ravenwood Apartments | Ravenwood 1 Bed 1 Bath Medium | 1BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| The Eastern | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Zelda Pointe | The Fitzgerald Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Adams Avenue Lofts | C | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Central Montgomery, Montgomery, AL
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Among cities in Alabama for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Bear Exploration Center
Jefferson Davis High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Central Montgomery Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom South Central Montgomery Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom South Central Montgomery Apartment is $660 at Courtyard CitiFlats Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom South Central Montgomery Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in South Central Montgomery is starting from $715 at Ravenwood Apartments.
What is the most affordable South Central Montgomery Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap South Central Montgomery Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Eastern and starts from $1,099.
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