
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Shelby County, AL from $500 (32 Rentals)
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Hill Brook Manor

College View Apartments

Town Creek Apartments

The Avenues of Inverness

Oak Park Heights

The Haven at Greenhill

Aurea
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Ridge View Apartments

755 West St

Lakestone

1071 Middle St

The Trails at Cahaba River

1633 Cobblestone Ln

4696 AL-25

4696 AL-25
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Shelby County, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shelby County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shelby County Studio Apartments | $1,081 | $825 | $1,529 |
| Shelby County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,219 | $615 | $2,106 |
| Shelby County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,476 | $705 | $3,057 |
| Shelby County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,764 | $950 | $3,600 |
| Shelby County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,868 | $1,300 | $2,409 |
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Cheapest Available Shelby County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Shelby County, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Hill Brook Manor in the Shelby County neighborhood priced from $665. 2150 20th St in the Shelby County neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $695. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Shelby County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hill Brook Manor | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $665 |
| 2150 20th St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $695 |
| College View Apartments | 1/1 Internet/Cable+ $65 utilities fee | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| 208 Rolling Mill St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
| The Avenues of Inverness | Brookhaven | 1BR,1BA | $792 |
| Ridge View Apartments | 3 Beds, 2 Baths | 3BR,2BA | $795 |
| The Haven at Greenhill | Studio | Studio,1BA | $825 |
| Aurea | The Richmond | 2BR,2BA | $849 |
| Lakestone | The Savannah | 2BR,2BA | $849 |
| The Trails at Cahaba River | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $902 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shelby County, AL
As of July 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shelby County area is the $1.07 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Grand Reserve at Pelham in the in the Shelby County neighborhood starting from $1,698. The second greatest value Shelby County apartment is the The Savannah Model at Lakestone starting at $849 with a $0.73 price per square foot in the Lake Purdy neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shelby County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Reserve at Pelham | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| Lakestone | The Savannah | 2BR,2BA | $0.73 |
| Ridge View Apartments | 3 Beds, 2 Baths | 3BR,2BA | $0.74 |
| Salem Manor Apartments | Spacious 2 bedroom 2 bath Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $0.93 |
| Aurea | The Beaumont | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| College View Apartments | 2/1 Internet/Cable + $65 Utilities Fee | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| 2150 20th St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $0.79 |
| Turtle Lake Apartment Homes | 1Bed - 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| 208 Rolling Mill St | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Hill Brook Manor | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.91 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shelby County Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Shelby County?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Shelby County is at The Haven at Greenhill listed at $825.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Shelby County Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Shelby County Apartment is $665 at Hill Brook Manor.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Shelby County Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Shelby County is starting from $705 at Hill Brook Manor.
What is the most affordable Shelby County Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Shelby County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Ridge View Apartments and starts from $795.
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