Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Tuscaloosa Neighborhood of Tuscaloosa, AL from $400 (36 Rentals)

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Emerson Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Emerson Court

900 Gene Stallings AveTuscaloosa, AL 35401
Student Housing
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Sherrill Plaza
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sherrill Plaza

1001 14th StTuscaloosa, AL 35401
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West Highland
2 Bedroom Apartments

West Highland

3819 21st StTuscaloosa, AL 35401

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Capstone Cottages
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Capstone Cottages

610 13th StTuscaloosa, AL 35401
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Preston Place
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Preston Place

305 Reed StTuscaloosa, AL 35401
Student Housing

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College Place
2 Bedroom Apartments

College Place

514 Red Drew AveTuscaloosa, AL 35401
Student Housing
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Grandview Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Grandview Apartments

1700 Snows Mill AveNorthport, AL 35476
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Downtown Tuscaloosa, Tuscaloosa, AL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Tuscaloosa Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Tuscaloosa area of Tuscaloosa, AL is a 2 Beds unit found at West Highland priced from $695. Arbor Place Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $764. Here are the most affordable Downtown Tuscaloosa apartments for rent in Tuscaloosa, AL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
West HighlandWest Highlands2BR,1BA$695
Arbor Place ApartmentsOne Bedroom/One Bath1BR,1BA$764
Creekwood Village Apartments1x11BR,1BA$800
Crestmont Manor1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$815
Fountain Square Apartment Homes1Bed - 1Bath1BR,1BA$859
The Rive Tuscaloosa4x24BR,2BA$899
Riverfront VillageChimes - Premium3BR,3BA$940
Bent Tree Apartment HomesOne Bed - One Bath1BR,1BA$979
Canterbury Apartment HomesTwo Bed - One and Half Bath2BR,1BA$1,019
French Quarter ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,090

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Tuscaloosa, AL

As of August 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Tuscaloosa area is the $0.72 price per square foot E1 Model at My House on 13th in the in the University of Alabama neighborhood starting from $1,450. The second greatest value Downtown Tuscaloosa apartment is the Metalworks Condo Model at Metalworks Condos starting at $925 with a $0.51 price per square foot in the Northport North of River neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Tuscaloosa apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
My House on 13thE15BR,5BA$0.72
Metalworks CondosMetalworks Condo3BR,4BA$0.51
Tradition on the 50D24BR,4BA$0.86
The OverlookA3BR,3BA$0.81
Rivermont Apartment Homes3bed - 2bath3BR,2BA$1.17
Tradition on CaplewoodC1-B3BR,3BA$0.92
Canterbury Apartment HomesTwo Bed - One and Half Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.07
Riverfront VillageTide - Premium2BR,2BA$1.10
Creekwood Village Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1.01
Crestmont Manor1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.18

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Downtown Tuscaloosa, Tuscaloosa, AL

Ranked #4

Among cities in Alabama for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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3.5
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States including Downtown Tuscaloosa, Tuscaloosa, and the greater Tuscaloosa area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, places to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Tuscaloosa Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Tuscaloosa?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Tuscaloosa is under $1,090.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Tuscaloosa?

The cheapest apartment in Downtown Tuscaloosa is Arbor Place Apartments which is listed at $764, while the average apartment in Downtown Tuscaloosa costs $1,199.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 84 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown Tuscaloosa?

Cheap apartments in Downtown Tuscaloosa have an average cost of $867 which is $332 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Tuscaloosa.

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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.