Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Tuscaloosa Neighborhood of Tuscaloosa, AL from $800 (13 Rentals)

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property at 901 Hargrove Rd

$1,100 - $1,200

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901 Hargrove Rd

TuscaloosaAL35401

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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 Studio unit found at Cobblestone Court priced from $630. 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
Cobblestone CourtHardwood LVT Flooring UnitStudio,1BA$630
Arbor Place ApartmentsOne Bedroom/One Bath1BR,1BA$764
Creekwood Village Apartments1x11BR,1BA$800
Riverfront VillageCrimson - Premium3BR,3BA$870
Crestmont Manor1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$915

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Tuscaloosa, AL

As of June 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Tuscaloosa area is the $0.51 price per square foot Metalworks Condo Model at Metalworks Condos in the in the Northport North of River neighborhood starting from $925. The second greatest value Downtown Tuscaloosa apartment is the 4x4 TH Model at State Tuscaloosa starting at $1,135 with a $0.79 price per square foot in the University of Alabama 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.
Metalworks CondosMetalworks Condo3BR,4BA$0.51
State Tuscaloosa4x4 TH4BR,4BA$0.79
Union Tuscaloosa4x4 Large4BR,4BA$1.00
The OverlookA3BR,3BA$0.81
Tradition on CaplewoodC23BR,3BA$0.92
Canterbury Apartment HomesTwo Bed - One and Half Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.07
Riverfront VillageTide - Premium2BR,2BA$1.02
French Quarter ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.21
Union on FrankB2 Shared2BR,2BA$0.86
Creekwood Village Apartments1x11BR,1BA$1.01

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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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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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Tuscaloosa, Tuscaloosa, AL

Ranked #4

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Tuscaloosa

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Tuscaloosa?

There are currently 147 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Tuscaloosa, AL with pricing that ranges from $465 to $7,500. There are also 34 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Tuscaloosa ranging from $800 to $7,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Tuscaloosa?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Tuscaloosa ranges from $800 to $7,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,374.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Tuscaloosa?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Tuscaloosa range from $789 to $4,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $850 to $6,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $639.

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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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.