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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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Siegel Select Birmingham
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$1,343 - $1,716
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$1,343 - $1,716
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$1,343 - $1,716
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Siegel Select Birmingham

5429 Highway 280 EBirmingham, AL 35242
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Inkwell on Grandview
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$1,677 - $3,032
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$1,677 - $3,032
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$1,677 - $3,032
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Inkwell on Grandview

3560 Grandview PkyBirmingham, AL 35243
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Lakestone
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lakestone

1 Meadow DrBirmingham, AL 35242
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Shoal Creek, AL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Shoal Creek Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Shoal Creek, AL is a Studio unit found at The Haven at Greenhill in the Lake Purdy neighborhood priced from $875. The Avenues of Inverness in the Lake Purdy neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $897. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Shoal Creek apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Haven at GreenhillThe RetreatStudio,1BA$875
The Avenues of InvernessBroadmoor1BR,1BA$897
Wood SpringsAzalea1BR,1BA$899
The Abbey At InvernessThe Asbury1BR,1BA$909
Colony WoodsThe Retreat1BR,1BA$963
100 Inverness Apartment HomesA11BR,1BA$965
MAA Eagle RidgeThe Terre1BR,1BA$998
Turtle Lake Apartment Homes1Bed - 1Bath1BR,1BA$999
Madison PlaceThe Cypress1BR,1BA$999
LakestoneThe Beaumont1BR,1BA$999

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shoal Creek, AL and Nearby

As of May 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shoal Creek area is the $1.27 price per square foot Hayden Model at Oak Tree in the starting from $3,199. The second greatest value Shoal Creek apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Bluffs at Riverview starting at $1,399 with a $1.19 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Oak TreeHayden5BR,3BA$1.27
Bluffs at Riverview2 Bed 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.19
Chateau Orleans Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.22
AureaThe Charleston2BR,1BA$1.16
LakestoneThe Beaumont1BR,1BA$1.11
Turtle Lake Apartment Homes1Bed - 1Bath1BR,1BA$1.15
100 Inverness Apartment HomesA11BR,1BA$1.20
Colony WoodsThe Retreat1BR,1BA$1.23
Madison PlaceThe Cypress1BR,1BA$1.33
The Avenues of InvernessBroadmoor1BR,1BA$1.32

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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 $875.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Shoal Creek Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Shoal Creek Apartment is $897 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 $938 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 Wood Springs and starts from $1,139.

Expert Rental Resources

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

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.