
Student Apartments for Rent in Tuscaloosa, AL Under $1,200 (41 Rentals)
Rentals in Tuscaloosa near campus with by-the-room pricing and amenities for students.


Water Oak Apartments

The Crescent

Fountain Square Apartment Homes

Metalworks Condos

Hub Tuscaloosa

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The Cottages at Lake Tamaha

Vie at University Downs
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WR Tower Apartments

Riverfront Village

Skyland Pointe

Broadstreet Village

State Tuscaloosa

The Preserve at Tuscaloosa

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Union on Frank

The Crimson
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Cobblestone Court

Hackberry Place

Lofts at City Center

Audubon Manor

Redpoint Tuscaloosa

Magnolia, A Prosper Community

The Mosaic at Tuscaloosa

College Place
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The Walk

Old Row at Cloverdale

District Lofts

District Lofts

The Bluff at Waterworks Landing

Preston Place

St. Thomas Flats

Courtyard on Convent
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Blue Haus

Hillside Commons

Crimson Place Condominiums

The District Lofts, Downtown Tuscaloosa

Houndstooth Condominiums

Reed Street Apartments

Pride Court Tuscaloosa

The Village at Brook Meadows
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Emerson Court
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 | $1,195 | $495 | $1,775 |
| Tuscaloosa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,144 | $465 | $4,100 |
| Tuscaloosa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,262 | $715 | $5,480 |
| Tuscaloosa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,587 | $849 | $5,180 |
| Tuscaloosa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,394 | $739 | $5,600 |
| Tuscaloosa 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,504 | $935 | $8,000 |
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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 Redpoint Tuscaloosa listed at $449.
How much is the average rent for a Student Tuscaloosa Apartment?
The average rent for a Student Apartment in Tuscaloosa is $1,262.
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 $890 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 769 sq ft.
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