Cheap Apartments for Rent in Shelby County, AL from $400 (29 Rentals)

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property at 601 Skyview Dr

$950 - $1,355

2 To 4 Bedroom Rentals

Available Aug 28

601 Skyview Dr

MontevalloAL35115

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Clear Springs
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Clear Springs

515 Old Highway 25 WColumbiana, AL 35051
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Hidden Valley
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hidden Valley

140 Comanche StMontevallo, AL 35115
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Sears-Sharp
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sears-Sharp

910 Bloch StMontevallo, AL 35115
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Meadow View
2 Bedroom Apartments

Meadow View

3501 Highway 52 WPelham, AL 35124
property at 1071 Middle St

$900 - $950

1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

Available Aug 1

1071 Middle St

MontevalloAL35115
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Lakestone
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lakestone

1 Meadow DrBirmingham, AL 35242
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  • Utilities Included

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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 Ridge View Apartments priced from $475. College View Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Shelby County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Ridge View Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$475
College View Apartments1/1 Internet/Cable+ $65 utilities fee1BR,1BA$700
The Trails at Cahaba RiverOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$873
The Haven at GreenhillThe RetreatStudio,1BA$875
The Avenues of InvernessBroadmoor1BR,1BA$897
Wood SpringsAzalea1BR,1BA$909
Salem Manor ApartmentsSpacious 2 bedroom 2 bath Apartment2BR,2BA$925
The Glenn2 Beds, 2 Baths2BR,2BA$950
100 Inverness Apartment HomesA11BR,1BA$965
MAA Eagle RidgeThe Terre1BR,1BA$973

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shelby County, AL

As of June 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shelby County area is the $1.18 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Bluffs at Riverview in the in the Lake Purdy neighborhood starting from $1,589. The second greatest value Shelby County apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at Grand Reserve at Pelham starting at $1,530 with a $1.22 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Shelby County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Bluffs at Riverview3 Bed 2 Bath3BR,2BA$1.18
Grand Reserve at Pelham1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.22
Salem Manor ApartmentsSpacious 2 bedroom 2 bath Apartment2BR,2BA$0.93
AureaThe Charleston2BR,1BA$1.16
LakestoneThe Beaumont1BR,1BA$1.11
College View Apartments2/1 Internet/Cable + $65 Utilities Fee2BR,1BA$1.11
Turtle Lake Apartment Homes1Bed - 1Bath1BR,1BA$1.15
Summerchase at RiverchaseAdair1BR,1BA$1.21
100 Inverness Apartment HomesA11BR,1BA$1.20
Ridge View Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$0.66

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 $875.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Shelby County Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Shelby County Apartment is $475 at Ridge View Apartments.

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 $925 at Salem Manor Apartments.

What is the most affordable Shelby County Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Shelby County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Wood Springs and starts from $1,159.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

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This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.