Cheap Homes for Rent in Shelby County, AL from $1,000 (38 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in Shelby County.

property at 4696 AL-25

$1,025

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$1,025

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$1,025

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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4696 AL-25

MontevalloAL35115

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property at 120 Ridgecrest Rd

$1,465

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$1,454
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$11

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$1,465

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Rentals

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120 Ridgecrest Rd

CaleraAL35040

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property at 316 Creek Run Cir

$1,505

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$1,505

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$1,505

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Rentals

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316 Creek Run Cir

CaleraAL35040
property at 271 Fairbank Way

$1,530

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$1,519
Required Monthly Fees
$11

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$1,530

3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Rentals

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271 Fairbank Way

ChelseaAL35043

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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 College View Apartments priced from $700. Ridge View Apartments 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 Shelby County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
College View Apartments1/1 Internet/Cable+ $65 utilities fee1BR,1BA$700
Ridge View Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$750
The Trails at Cahaba RiverOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$847
The Avenues of InvernessBrookhaven1BR,1BA$861
The Haven at GreenhillThe RetreatStudio,1BA$875
The Abbey At InvernessThe Ashton1BR,1BA$889
Wood SpringsAzalea1BR,1BA$899
Salem Manor ApartmentsSpacious 2 bedroom 2 bath Apartment2BR,2BA$925
Kenley ApartmentsCelia 11BR,1BA$941
Madison PlaceThe Azalea1BR,1BA$949

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shelby County, AL

As of March 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shelby County area is the $1.06 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Grand Reserve at Pelham in the starting from $1,683. The second greatest value Shelby County apartment is the B1 Model at Huntley Apartments starting at $1,300 with a $1.15 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.
Grand Reserve at Pelham2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.06
Huntley ApartmentsB12BR,2BA$1.15
The Trails at Cahaba RiverTwo Bedroom B2BR,2BA$1.08
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
The Glenn2 Beds, 2 Baths2BR,2BA$1.11
Turtle Lake Apartment Homes1Bed - 1Bath1BR,1BA$1.15
Ridge View Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.03

Frequently Asked Questions about Shelby County

What type of rentals are currently available in Shelby County?

There are currently 88 Apartments for Rent in Shelby County, AL with pricing that ranges from $465 to $4,959. There are also 145 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Shelby County ranging from $1,000 to $4,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Shelby County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Shelby County ranges from $1,000 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,922.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Shelby County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Shelby County range from $950 to $3,600, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,000 to $3,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,695 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,319.

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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