
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Shoal Creek, AL from $800 (38 Rentals)
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Wood Springs

The Abbey At Inverness

Colony Woods

Madison Place

The Kenzie

The Haven at Greenhill

Aurea Apartments

Lakestone
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Breckenridge

Crowne at Cahaba River

Kenley Apartments

MAA Eagle Ridge

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Aventura Oak Mountain

Parc at Grandview

Arbors At Cahaba River
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Inverness Cliffs

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Cahaba Grandview

Bluffs at Riverview

Crowne at Grandview

Hawthorne at Lake Heather

Siegel Select Birmingham
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Retreat at Greystone

Overture Tributary 55+ Active Adult Apartment Homes

The Point at Greystone

Tributary Rise

The Whitby Birmingham

Livano Liberty Park

Vestavia Reserve

The Cottages at Greystone

2242 3rd Ave S
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3891 Overton Manor Trail

102 Morning Sun Dr
Shoal Creek, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shoal Creek?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shoal Creek Studio Apartments | $1,519 | $960 | $2,045 |
| Shoal Creek 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,460 | $821 | $2,460 |
| Shoal Creek 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,876 | $920 | $4,400 |
| Shoal Creek 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,928 | $1,155 | $3,614 |
| Shoal Creek 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,764 | $2,399 | $3,928 |
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Cheapest Available Shoal Creek Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Shoal Creek, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at The Avenues of Inverness in the Lake Purdy neighborhood priced from $851. Wood Springs in the Lake Purdy neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $869. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Shoal Creek apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Avenues of Inverness | Broadmoor | 1BR,1BA | $851 |
| Wood Springs | Azalea | 1BR,1BA | $869 |
| The Abbey At Inverness | The Ashton | 1BR,1BA | $889 |
| Colony Woods | The Retreat | 1BR,1BA | $926 |
| Madison Place | The Azalea | 1BR,1BA | $949 |
| The Kenzie | Altadena Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| The Haven at Greenhill | The Retreat | Studio,1BA | $960 |
| Aurea Apartments | The Beaumont | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Lakestone | The Beaumont | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Kenley Apartments | Hedley 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,043 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shoal Creek, AL and Nearby
As of December 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Shoal Creek area is the $1.05 price per square foot 2x2 Upgrade Model at Breckenridge in the in the Lake Purdy neighborhood starting from $1,472. The second greatest value Shoal Creek apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Renovated Model at Bluffs at Riverview starting at $1,574 with a $1.34 price per square foot in the Lake Purdy neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shoal Creek apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Breckenridge | 2x2 Upgrade | 2BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| Bluffs at Riverview | 2 Bed 2 Bath Renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| Chateau Orleans Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.20 |
| MAA Liberty Park | Jefferson | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| The Avenues of Inverness | Lakemont - RENOVATED | 3BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| The Kenzie | Hearthstone Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| Aurea Apartments | The Charleston | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Lakestone | The Beaumont | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Colony Woods | The Retreat | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Madison Place | The Azalea | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleShoal Creek, AL
Ranked #15
Among cities in Alabama for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Getting Around Shoal Creek, AL
Walk Score®
5 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
16 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shoal Creek Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Shoal Creek?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Shoal Creek is at The Haven at Greenhill listed at $960.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Shoal Creek Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Shoal Creek Apartment is $851 at The Avenues of Inverness.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Shoal Creek Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Shoal Creek is starting from $920 at The Avenues of Inverness.
What is the most affordable Shoal Creek Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Shoal Creek Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Avenues of Inverness and starts from $1,155.
Expert Rental Resources
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