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2500 Tempest Dr SW

3729 Maple Ave SW
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2815 Fairfax Ave

6610 Ave K

3720 Howard Ave SW
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3640 Wenonah Rd SW
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Shannon?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shannon 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,945 | $1,000 | $2,295 |
| Shannon 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,928 | $895 | $2,800 |
| Shannon 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,999 | $1,300 | $2,895 |
| Shannon 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,100 | $1,100 | $1,100 |
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Cheapest Available Shannon Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Shannon, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Vestavia Place in the Brownville neighborhood priced from $899. The Woodley in the Hoover Vestavia Hills neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $900. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Shannon apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vestavia Place | Rocky | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| The Woodley | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| The Avenues of South Hoover | The Pelham | 1BR,1BA | $988 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shannon, AL and Nearby
As of July 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shannon area is the $1.35 price per square foot London Patio Model at Century Lakeshore Crossings in the in the Southwest Birmingham neighborhood starting from $1,541. The second greatest value Shannon apartment is the 2 Bed / 2 Bath Model at Shadesmont Apartments starting at $1,050 with a $0.98 price per square foot in the Woodland Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shannon apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Century Lakeshore Crossings | London Patio | 2BR,2BA | $1.35 |
| Shadesmont Apartments | 2 Bed / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.98 |
| The Abbey At Riverchase | The Berkley | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Thirty-One 32 Cypress | B1 | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.07 |
| The Avenues of South Hoover | The Pelham | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| The Falls and Woods of Hoover Apartments | Arbors Reserve | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| The Avenues of Lakeshore | The Galleria | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| The Crescent at Lakeshore | Two Bedroom/ One Bath (P/B-R) | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| The Woodley | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Vestavia Place | Rocky | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Shannon?
There are currently 39 Apartments for Rent in Shannon, AL with pricing that ranges from $800 to $3,656. There are also 32 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Shannon ranging from $895 to $2,895.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Shannon?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Shannon ranges from $895 to $2,895 with an average monthly rent of $1,743.
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