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Claymont Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Claymont Apartments

2602 Claybrook DrTuscaloosa, AL 35404
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Brookhaven Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brookhaven Apartments

1310 37th StTuscaloosa, AL 35405
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Sherrill Plaza
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sherrill Plaza

1001 14th StTuscaloosa, AL 35401
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Breckenridge Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Breckenridge Apartments

4830 University Blvd ETuscaloosa, AL 35404
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Tuscaloosa, AL Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Tuscaloosa, AL

Pricing Updated: 06/13/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Tuscaloosa, AL area range in price from $465 to $6,500 with an overall median price of $4,224. The three Tuscaloosa neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are East Tuscaloosa at $495, Skyland McFarland at $495, and Downtown Tuscaloosa at $465. Here is today’s list of the top 6 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Tuscaloosa Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
East Tuscaloosa$1,500$49564
Skyland McFarland$1,500$49571
Downtown Tuscaloosa$3,599$46526
The Strip$6,250$46531
University of Alabama$6,250$46512
West Tuscaloosa$6,250$49545

Cheapest Available Tuscaloosa Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Tuscaloosa, AL is a Studio unit found at Flex Studio Apartments in the Skyland McFarland neighborhood priced from $495. Forest Lake Apartments in the West Tuscaloosa neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $699. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Tuscaloosa apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Flex Studio Apartments1BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$495
Forest Lake ApartmentsSmall One BR1BR,1BA$699
The Oakley1x11BR,1BA$700
The Cottages at Lake Tamaha4BR/4.5BA - Springmore Elite4BR,4BA$765
Brookstone Apartment Homes1Bed - 1Bath1BR,1BA$799
Legacy at Country Club1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$800
Ridge View Apartments1 BR 1 BA1BR,1BA$810
The Greens at Tuscaloosa I/IIClassic Deluxe II1BR,1BA$825
The Links at TuscaloosaClassic Deluxe II1BR,1BA$825
Stone CreekStudioStudio,1BA$845

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tuscaloosa, AL

As of June 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Tuscaloosa area is the $0.80 price per square foot D1 Model at My House on 13th in the in the University of Alabama neighborhood starting from $1,495. The second greatest value Tuscaloosa apartment is the 3x3 Townhome Model at Magnolia, A Prosper Community starting at $1,460 with a $0.99 price per square foot in the Skyland McFarland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Tuscaloosa apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
My House on 13thD14BR,4BA$0.80
Magnolia, A Prosper Community3x3 Townhome3BR,3BA$0.99
French Quarter ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.91
Hallmark at Garden ParkwayThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$0.94
The Cottages at Lake Tamaha2BR/2BA - Birchmore Elite2BR,2.5BA$0.96
Riverfront VillageCapstone3BR,3BA$0.69
Legacy at Country Club2 Bedrooms, 1.5 Bathrooms2BR,1.5BA$0.91
Copper Creek2Bed + 1.5 Bath Townhouse Reno2BR,1.5BA$0.93
Eddins Estates ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.97
1370 Hurricane Rd, Unit 11370 Hurricane Rd1BR,1BA$0.94

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Tuscaloosa Overview

Tuscaloosa, Alabama is more than just the home to the Crimson Tide. The city’s economy continues to thrive with the presence of multi-national manufacturing firms, including Chrysler-Mercedes and Michelin Tires. It is an area full of old traditions and new energy that continues to delight both locals and visitors.

Why live in Tuscaloosa, AL?

As the fifth-largest city in Alabama, Tuscaloosa has become a regional hub of industry, commerce, healthcare and education for West Alabama. Not only has it been dubbed “The City of Champions” due the successes of the Alabama Crimson Tide football team, it has also been recognized as the “Most Livable City in the America” by the U.S. Conference of Mayors. Other prestigious honors include being in the top “100 Best Communities for Young People” by America’s Promise Alliance and one of the “Best Places to Launch a Small Business” by CNN Money. Ultimately, Tuscaloosa has become one of Alabama’s most progressive cities with a refreshing atmosphere, rich history, museums and parks, and bustling nightlife. It is definitely an area where you can grow and thrive.

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Getting Around Tuscaloosa, AL

Walk Score®

51 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

44 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

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 Tuscaloosa Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Tuscaloosa?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Tuscaloosa is under $845.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Tuscaloosa?

The cheapest apartment in Tuscaloosa is Forest Lake Apartments which is listed at $699, while the average apartment in Tuscaloosa costs $4,224.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Tuscaloosa?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 44 regular apartments in Tuscaloosa that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Tuscaloosa?

Cheap apartments in Tuscaloosa have an average cost of $378 which is $3,846 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Tuscaloosa.

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