
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Scottsboro, AL from $500 (44 Rentals)
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151 York St

151 York St

River Chase

208 Meadow St

36 Ansley Cir

34 Ansley Cir

Emerald Court
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The Indigo at Grissom

Summer Place

Monte Sano Terrace

Hampton Falls

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The Pointe at Bailey Cove
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The Ridge at Watts Trail

Waterleaf at Cold Springs

The Winchester

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Terraces at High Mountain

The Watts

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Liam at Hays Farm

Winchester Place

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Briarwood Apartments

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Creekside Village II

Cambridge Court

133 Brooks St

The Cottages at Glenview

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Memorial Village
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3860 Co Rd 326

3886 Co Rd 326

325 Sectionline St

837 Low Gap Rd
Scottsboro, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Scottsboro?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scottsboro 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,203 | $525 | $2,191 |
| Scottsboro 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,430 | $557 | $3,066 |
| Scottsboro 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,810 | $885 | $3,699 |
| Scottsboro 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,895 | $1,795 | $1,995 |
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Cheapest Available Scottsboro Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Scottsboro, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Emerald Court priced from $525. Fern Parc in the Indian Creek neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $749. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Scottsboro apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Emerald Court | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $525 |
| Fern Parc | 1 Bed + Study 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $749 |
| Bridgeport Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| Ascent Jones Valley | One Bedroom Weatherly | 1BR,1BA | $840 |
| Aura Apartments | 1 BD 1 BA Upgrade | 1BR,1BA | $849 |
| Willow Creek Apartment Homes | South | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| The Indigo at Grissom | The Burch | 1BR,1BA | $859 |
| Malibu at Martin Apartments | Mullholland | 1BR,1BA | $883 |
| Hawthorne at Lily Flagg | Windsor | 1BR,1BA | $892 |
| Summer Place | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Scottsboro, AL and Nearby
As of April 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Scottsboro area is the $0.88 price per square foot Copeland Model at Angela's Ridge of New Hope in the starting from $1,795. The second greatest value Scottsboro apartment is the Charleston Model at Hawthorne at Lily Flagg starting at $1,428 with a $1.10 price per square foot in the Indian Creek neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Scottsboro apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Angela's Ridge of New Hope | Copeland | 4BR,2BA | $0.88 |
| Hawthorne at Lily Flagg | Charleston | 3BR,2BA | $1.10 |
| CHANEY PLACE TOWNHOMES | Two Bedroom/2.5 Baths | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.18 |
| River Chase | 3bed 2 bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.90 |
| Hampton Falls | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Winchester Place | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.14 |
| Fern Parc | 2 Bed 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| Summer Place | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| Bridgeport Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Emerald Court | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.69 |
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Best Local Schools in Scottsboro, AL
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Scottsboro Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Scottsboro Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Scottsboro Apartment is $525 at Emerald Court.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Scottsboro Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Scottsboro is starting from $800 at Bridgeport Apartments.
What is the most affordable Scottsboro Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Scottsboro Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Aura Apartments and starts from $1,099.
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