Cheap Studio Apartments for Rent in Tuscaloosa, AL from $495 (11 Rentals)

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Tuscaloosa, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Tuscaloosa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuscaloosa Studio Apartments | $889 | $495 | $1,702 |
| Tuscaloosa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,160 | $465 | $1,800 |
| Tuscaloosa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,266 | $650 | $4,698 |
| Tuscaloosa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,593 | $779 | $5,845 |
| Tuscaloosa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,322 | $699 | $6,600 |
| Tuscaloosa 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,758 | $709 | $8,250 |
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Tuscaloosa, ALPopulation: 101,113
Ranked #308
in US Census Population by City
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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 Flex Studio Apartments which is listed at $495, while the average apartment in Tuscaloosa costs $2,197.
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 114 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 $668 which is $1,529 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Tuscaloosa.
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