
Student Apartments for Rent in Tuscaloosa, AL Under $1,000 (31 Rentals)
Rentals in Tuscaloosa near campus with by-the-room pricing and amenities for students.


Old Row at Cloverdale

Fountain Square Apartment Homes

Vie at University Downs

Skyland Pointe

Riverfront Village
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Metalworks Condos

The Preserve at Tuscaloosa

WR Tower Apartments

The Cottages at Lake Tamaha

The Crimson
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Cobblestone Court

Hackberry Place

Broadstreet Village

Lofts at City Center

Audubon Manor
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The District Lofts, Downtown Tuscaloosa
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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 |
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Tuscaloosa Studio Apartments | $759 | $465 | $1,050 |
Tuscaloosa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,259 | $500 | $4,344 |
Tuscaloosa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,322 | $695 | $5,195 |
Tuscaloosa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,757 | $699 | $5,928 |
Tuscaloosa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,128 | $609 | $5,200 |
Tuscaloosa 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,969 | $700 | $6,500 |
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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 Student Tuscaloosa Apartments
What is the Cheapest Student apartment in Tuscaloosa?
Currently the most affordable Student Apartment in Tuscaloosa is at Audubon Manor listed at $465.
How much is the average rent for a Student Tuscaloosa Apartment?
The average rent for a Student Apartment in Tuscaloosa is $1,050.
What is the largest Student Tuscaloosa Apartment for rent?
Today's Student apartment with the most square footage in Tuscaloosa is a 2,166 square feet unit starting from $650 at The Cottages at Lake Tamaha.
What is the average size for Tuscaloosa Student Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Student rental in Tuscaloosa is currently at 782 sq ft.
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