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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Chapel Creek Apartments

51 Chapel Creek LnFultondale, AL 35068
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Birmingham Overlook
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Birmingham Overlook

2712 31st Ave NBirmingham, AL 35207
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Cain Creek Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Cain Creek Apartments

501 Mae CirWarrior, AL 35180
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Park at Forestdale
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Park at Forestdale

1101-3001 Pebble Creek PkyBirmingham, AL 35214
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Duke Complex
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Duke Complex

5013 9th Ct NBirmingham, AL 35212
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Club View Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Club View Apartments

8917-8920 Roebuck BlvdBirmingham, AL 35206
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The Park at Sunderland
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Park at Sunderland

660 Valley Crest DrBirmingham, AL 35215
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Summer Rise
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Summer Rise

1967 E Bend CirBirmingham, AL 35215
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Avondale Forest
2 Bedroom Apartments

Avondale Forest

4340 2nd Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222
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Avondale Point
2 Bedroom Apartments

Avondale Point

4416 5th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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Trafford, AL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Trafford Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Trafford, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Springville Landing Apartments in the Spring Lake neighborhood priced from $530. Park at Forestdale in the Sandusky neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $606. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Trafford apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Springville Landing Apartments1x11BR,1BA$530
Park at ForestdaleOne Bedroom, One Bath1BR,1BA$606
Country Park1x11BR,1BA$630
Madison Park Apartments & TownhomesA1 StudioStudio,1BA$665
Twin Gates1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$675
Candy Mountain Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$695
The PointeOne bedroom1BR,1BA$700
Spring Lake Cove Apartments2BDR -1BTH Classic2BR,1BA$705
Hillcrest Apartments2 Bed / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$725
Ascot Place ApartmentsThe Regis1BR,1BA$730

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Trafford, AL and Nearby

As of April 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Trafford area is the $0.97 price per square foot The Highland Model at Vue at Crestwood in the in the Woodlawn neighborhood starting from $1,399. The second greatest value Trafford apartment is the Three Bedroom, Two Bath Model at Park at Forestdale starting at $987 with a $0.88 price per square foot in the Sandusky neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Trafford apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Vue at CrestwoodThe Highland3BR,2BA$0.97
Park at ForestdaleThree Bedroom, Two Bath3BR,2BA$0.88
Springville Landing Apartments3x1.53BR,1.5BA$0.65
Highland Park Townhome Apartments2-Bedroom Townhome Apartments2BR,1.5BA$0.98
Hunter Ridge Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$0.98
Park at Carson2x2 The Carson 858sf 2/22BR,2BA$0.99
Candy Mountain Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$0.93
Twin Gates1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$0.90
Hillcrest Apartments2 Bed / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.99
Country Park1x11BR,1BA$0.88

10 Hidden Costs of Renting You Should Budget for Before Signing a Lease

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Trafford Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Trafford?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Trafford is at Madison Park Apartments & Townhomes listed at $665.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Trafford Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Trafford Apartment is $530 at Springville Landing Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Trafford Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Trafford is starting from $565 at Springville Landing Apartments.

What is the most affordable Trafford Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Trafford Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Springville Landing Apartments and starts from $665.

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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