
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Peterson, AL from $400 (45 Rentals)
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Flex Studio Apartments

The Mosaic at Tuscaloosa

Hackberry Place

Cobblestone Court

Riverbend Residences

Forest Lake Apartments

Regal Pointe Apartment Homes

Mountain View Apartment Homes
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Brookstone Apartment Homes

Ridge View Apartments

Magnolia Place

Forrester Gardens Apartments

Stone Creek

Aspen Village Apartment Homes

High Country Apartments

Skyland Pointe

WR Tower Apartments
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Valley Square Apartments

Copper Creek

The Willows

Eddins Estates Apartments

2800 McFarland

Fountain Square Apartment Homes

Court Woods Apartments

Royal Hills

4241 Springhill Dr
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Williamsburg East

Eastwood Manor

French Quarter Apartments

Sun Valley Apartments

Water Oak Apartments

Yorktown Commons Luxury Apartments

St. John Flats II

Gates at South Bend

The Reserve at North River Apartments
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8 Brookhaven Dr

The Summit at the River

2410 Denny St

1515 Kicker Rd

1504 42nd NE Ave

2515 Veterans Memorial Pkwy

303 Helen Keller Blvd

1911 6th Ave

129 22nd St N
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Peterson, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Peterson?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peterson Studio Apartments | $639 | $495 | $980 |
| Peterson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,110 | $465 | $1,800 |
| Peterson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,172 | $715 | $2,150 |
| Peterson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,548 | $789 | $5,180 |
| Peterson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $967 | $639 | $3,600 |
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Cheapest Available Peterson Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Peterson, AL is a Studio unit found at Flex Studio Apartments in the Skyland McFarland neighborhood priced from $495. Cobblestone Court in the University of Alabama neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $630. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Peterson apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flex Studio Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $495 |
| Cobblestone Court | Hardwood LVT Flooring Unit | Studio,1BA | $630 |
| Riverbend Residences | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Forest Lake Apartments | Small One BR | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Regal Pointe Apartment Homes | Studio - 1Bath | Studio,1BA | $819 |
| Ridge View Apartments | 1 BR 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $829 |
| Brookstone Apartment Homes | 1Bed - 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $830 |
| Mountain View Apartment Homes | 1 bed - 1 bath Efficiency | 1BR,1BA | $839 |
| Forrester Gardens Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $845 |
| Aspen Village Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Aspen Village | 1BR,1BA | $855 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Peterson, AL and Nearby
As of June 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Peterson area is the $0.79 price per square foot 4x4 TH Model at State Tuscaloosa in the in the University of Alabama neighborhood starting from $1,135. The second greatest value Peterson apartment is the A Model at The Overlook starting at $1,125 with a $0.81 price per square foot in the University of Alabama neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Peterson apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| State Tuscaloosa | 4x4 TH | 4BR,4BA | $0.79 |
| The Overlook | A | 3BR,3BA | $0.81 |
| The Cottages at Lake Tamaha | 2BR/2BA - Birchmore Elite | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.02 |
| Court Woods Apartments | 2BR/2BA | 2BR,2BA | $0.85 |
| Williamsburg East | 2 Bed 2.5 Bath | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.03 |
| Copper Creek | 2Bed + 1.5 Bath Townhouse Reno | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.93 |
| Eastwood Manor | 2Bed - 1.5Bath - TH | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.08 |
| French Quarter Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Forrester Gardens Apartments | 2x1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Riverbend Residences | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Peterson Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Peterson?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Peterson is at Flex Studio Apartments listed at $495.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Peterson Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Peterson Apartment is $700 at Riverbend Residences.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Peterson Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Peterson is starting from $845 at Forrester Gardens Apartments.
What is the most affordable Peterson Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Peterson Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Aspen Village Apartment Homes and starts from $1,055.
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