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

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The Eastern
$699 - $1,099
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The Eastern

4220 Strathmore DrMontgomery, AL 36116
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Zelda Pointe
$799 - $1,119
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Zelda Pointe

2845 Zelda RdMontgomery, AL 36106
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Magnolia Apartments
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$825 - $965
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Magnolia Apartments

4000 Governors DrMontgomery, AL 36111
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Cloverdale Estates
$845 - $1,325
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Cloverdale Estates

3453 Audubon RdMontgomery, AL 36111
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395 Felder Ave
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395 Felder Ave

395 Felder AveMontgomery, AL 36104
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South Court Place
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South Court Place

4724 S Court PlMontgomery, AL 36105
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Cambridge Place
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Cambridge Place

2259 Bonaparte BlvdMontgomery, AL 36116
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Stonebridge Apartments
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Stonebridge Apartments

3070 Kelly CirMontgomery, AL 36116
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3751 Wesley Dr
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3751 Wesley Dr

3751 Wesley DrMontgomery, AL 36111
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Camelot Apartments
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Camelot Apartments

3380 McGehee RdMontgomery, AL 36111
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South Central Montgomery, Montgomery, AL Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Ravenwood ApartmentsRavenwood EfficiencyStudio,1BA$596
Midtown Oaks1/1.001BR,1BA$675
The Eastern1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$699
Courtyard CitiFlats Apartments1BD/1BA1BR,1BA$700
3415 Gilmer CtFurnished Unit2BR,1BA$700
Governors Parc Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$735
Anthos at Belmont3580 McGehee Place Drive S1BR,1BA$780
Magnolia Apartments1BRMKT-1BR-Closed Kitchen1BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Midtown Row Apartments48m - 3BR 2BA (1363 SF)3BR,2BA$1.16
Gatsby at Midtown2 x 2 R2BR,2BA$0.95
Cloverdale QuarterC2BR,1BA$1.00
Zelda PointeThe Gatsby Renovated2BR,2BA$0.95
3415 Gilmer CtUnfurnished Unit2BR,1BA$1.00
3709 Le Bron Rd, Unit D3709 Le Bron Rd2BR,2BA$1.00
Midtown Oaks1/1.001BR,1BA$0.90
The Eastern1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.02
Anthos at Belmont3580 McGehee Place Drive S1BR,1BA$1.16
1709 Miriam St, Unit 17091709 Miriam St2BR,1BA$1.04

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South Central Montgomery, Montgomery, AL

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Montgomery. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, places to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

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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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

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