
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Russell County, AL from $667 (33 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in Russell County.


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The Grove on 25th

Carriage Hill Apartments

505 23rd St

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The Landings on Sandfort

Clover Leaf Apartment Homes

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Post Ridge

1230 13th Ave
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Knowles Pointe Apartments

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10 on Broad

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Northcreek

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Evangeline Heights Apartments

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Summertree Apartment Homes

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Highridge

6 Cal Rd, Unit 6A Cal Rd

Hallmark at Phenix

Lakeridge Apartments

Riverwind Apartments

Garrett Woods

911 AL-165
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Branching Pines

Eagles Landing Apartments

1513 22nd St

801 20th St

Phenix City Apartments

821 13th Ct

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Columbus Gardens
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Russell County, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Russell County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Russell County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $989 | $667 | $1,608 |
| Russell County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,136 | $682 | $2,161 |
| Russell County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,305 | $922 | $1,926 |
| Russell County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $995 | $995 | $995 |
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Cheapest Available Russell County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Russell County, AL is a 2 Beds unit found at Lakeridge Apartments in the Phenix City neighborhood priced from $545. Carriage Hill Apartments in the Phenix City neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Russell County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeridge Apartments | Apt A7 | 2BR, 1BA | $545 |
| Carriage Hill Apartments | Black-Eyed Susan | 1BR, 1BA | $750 |
| The Landings on Sandfort | 1 Bedroom Lakeview | 1BR, 1BA | $800 |
| The Grove on 25th | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR, 2BA | $805 |
| Clover Leaf Apartment Homes | South 1 x 1 | 1BR, 1BA | $825 |
| Knowles Pointe Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR, 1BA | $875 |
| Post Ridge | Mountain Ridge | 1BR, 1BA | $875 |
| Central Highlands Apartment Homes | 1BR/1BA | 1BR, 1BA | $900 |
| Northcreek | B-2 | 2BR, 1BA | $910 |
| Evangeline Heights Apartments | 2x2 | 2BR, 2BA | $975 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Russell County, AL
As of September 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Russell County area is the $0.89 price per square foot The Dragonfly Model at The Gardens on Stadium in the Phenix City neighborhood starting from $1,100. The second greatest value Russell County apartment is the Bottom floor unit Model at Windsweep Apartments in the Phenix City neighborhood starting at $1,200 with a $0.99 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Russell County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Gardens on Stadium | The Dragonfly | 2BR, 2BA | $0.89 |
| Windsweep Apartments | Bottom floor unit | 2BR, 2BA | $0.99 |
| Evangeline Heights Apartments | 3x2 | 3BR, 2BA | $0.92 |
| 2316 Summerville Rd | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR, 2BA | $0.92 |
| The Grove on 25th | 2 Beds, 2 baths | 2BR, 2BA | $0.76 |
| The District at Phenix City | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1.5BA | $1.15 |
| Lakeridge Apartments | Apt A7 | 2BR, 1BA | $0.61 |
| Summertree Apartment Homes | Newly Renovated 1 Bedroom Apartment Home | 1BR, 1BA | $1.18 |
| Post Ridge | Mountain Ridge | 1BR, 1BA | $1.17 |
| Central Highlands Apartment Homes | 1BR/1BA | 1BR, 1BA | $1.25 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Russell County Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Russell County?
The cheapest apartment in Russell County is Carriage Hill Apartments which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in Russell County costs $1,030.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Russell County?
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 3 regular apartments in Russell County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Russell County?
Cheap apartments in Russell County have an average cost of $239 which is $791 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Russell County.
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