
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Central Montgomery Neighborhood of Montgomery, AL from $500 (74 Rentals)
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Midtown Oaks

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Courtyard CitiFlats Apartments

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1709 Miriam St, Unit 1709

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The Eastern

2302 Plum St

1314 S Hull St

1316 S Hull St

2300-2302 Plum St

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Governors Parc Apartments
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945-951 E Edgemont Ave

951 E Edgemont Ave

Anthos at Belmont

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Zelda Pointe

3709 Le Bron Rd, Unit D

718 E Edgemont Ave

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Magnolia Apartments

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Bell Oaks Apartments

1115-1125 Magnolia Curv

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Cloverdale Estates
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2346 College St

1947 Norman Bridge Rd

1487 Watson St

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3515 Norman Bridge Rd, Unit 2

2107 Felder Terrace

Price Street Townhomes

1493 Watson St

1491 Watson St

2226 Carter Hill Rd

1813 S Hull St
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1301 S Perry St

3356 Audubon Rd

The Banc

139 Mt Vernon Dr

139 Mt Vernon Dr

24 Flood St

438 Earl Pl

The Castle in Cloverdale

429 Felder Ave

395 Felder Ave
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South Court Place

Cambridge Place

Stonebridge Apartments

Country Club Estates - Senior Living Center

3751 Wesley Dr

Camelot Apartments

2401 Overhill Rd

Normandale Apartments

2405 Palmetto St

2166 College St
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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 | $1,010 | $596 | $2,100 |
| South Central Montgomery 1 Bedroom Apartments | $907 | $645 | $2,400 |
| South Central Montgomery 2 Bedroom Apartments | $977 | $675 | $2,800 |
| South Central Montgomery 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,531 | $925 | $3,800 |
| South Central Montgomery 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,797 | $1,000 | $4,229 |
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There are currently 74 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 Studio unit found at Ravenwood Apartments priced from $596. Midtown Oaks has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $675. Here are the most affordable South Central Montgomery apartments for rent in Montgomery, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ravenwood Apartments | Ravenwood Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $596 |
| Midtown Oaks | 1/1.00 | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| The Eastern | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
| Courtyard CitiFlats Apartments | 1BD/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| 3415 Gilmer Ct | Furnished Unit | 2BR,1BA | $700 |
| Governors Parc Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $735 |
| Anthos at Belmont | 3580 McGehee Place Drive S | 1BR,1BA | $780 |
| Magnolia Apartments | 1BRMKT-1BR-Closed Kitchen | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Central Montgomery, AL
As of June 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Central Montgomery area is the $1.16 price per square foot 48m - 3BR 2BA (1363 SF) Model at Midtown Row Apartments in the in the Maxwell Heights neighborhood starting from $1,582. The second greatest value South Central Montgomery apartment is the 2 x 2 R Model at Gatsby at Midtown starting at $1,200 with a $0.95 price per square foot in the South Central Montgomery 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midtown Row Apartments | 48m - 3BR 2BA (1363 SF) | 3BR,2BA | $1.16 |
| Gatsby at Midtown | 2 x 2 R | 2BR,2BA | $0.95 |
| Cloverdale Quarter | C | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Zelda Pointe | The Gatsby Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $0.95 |
| 3415 Gilmer Ct | Unfurnished Unit | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 3709 Le Bron Rd, Unit D | 3709 Le Bron Rd | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| Midtown Oaks | 1/1.00 | 1BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| The Eastern | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| Anthos at Belmont | 3580 McGehee Place Drive S | 1BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| 1709 Miriam St, Unit 1709 | 1709 Miriam St | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
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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
3.0Pet Friendly
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Bear Exploration Center
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Central Montgomery Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in South Central Montgomery?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in South Central Montgomery is at Ravenwood Apartments listed at $596.
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 $675 at Midtown Oaks.
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 $700 at 3415 Gilmer Ct.
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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