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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Tuscaloosa Neighborhood of Tuscaloosa, AL from $400 (21 Rentals)
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$699 - $9891 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Forest Lake Apartments
2231 Forest Lake DrTuscaloosa, AL 35401
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$700 - $1,3001 to 4 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Oakley
235 James I Harrison Jr Pky ETuscaloosa, AL 35405
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$750 - $1,0801 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Summit at the River
608 Jack Warner PkyTuscaloosa, AL 35404
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$845 - $1,560Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Stone Creek
5100 Old Birmingham HwyTuscaloosa, AL 35404
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404 8th Ave NE
TuscaloosaAL35404
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3719 Hargrove E Rd
TuscaloosaAL35405
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$930 - $1,0951 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
2800 McFarland
2800 Mcfarland BlvdTuscaloosa, AL 35405
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2725 1st St E
TuscaloosaAL35404
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$870 - $1,0451 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Eddins Estates Apartments
5350 Ken Sealy DrCottondale, AL 35453
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East Tuscaloosa, Tuscaloosa, AL Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Tuscaloosa?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Tuscaloosa Studio Apartments | $900 | $495 | $1,349 |
| East Tuscaloosa 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,182 | $699 | $1,774 |
| East Tuscaloosa 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,217 | $795 | $2,150 |
| East Tuscaloosa 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,706 | $789 | $3,400 |
| East Tuscaloosa 4 Bedroom Apartments | $891 | $719 | $3,600 |
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There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Tuscaloosa Neighborhood of Tuscaloosa, AL.
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Cheapest Available East Tuscaloosa Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Tuscaloosa area of Tuscaloosa, AL is a Studio unit found at Flex Studio Apartments priced from $495. Forest Lake Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $699. Here are the most affordable East Tuscaloosa apartments for rent in Tuscaloosa, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flex Studio Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $495 |
| Forest Lake Apartments | Small One BR | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
| The Oakley | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| The Cottages at Lake Tamaha | 4BR/4.5BA - Springmore Elite | 4BR,4BA | $719 |
| The Summit at the River | River Pointe 1 | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Tuscaloosa, AL
As of November 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Tuscaloosa area is the $0.63 price per square foot C1 Model at Watercress in the in the University of Alabama neighborhood starting from $800. The second greatest value East Tuscaloosa apartment is the 2BR/2BA - Birchmore Elite Tech Model at The Cottages at Lake Tamaha starting at $1,195 with a $0.96 price per square foot in the Northport North of River neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Tuscaloosa apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Watercress | C1 | 3BR,3BA | $0.63 |
| The Cottages at Lake Tamaha | 2BR/2BA - Birchmore Elite Tech | 2BR,2BA | $0.96 |
| The Gates at South Bend | The Fairhope | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.28 |
| Copper Creek | 2Bed + 1.5 Bath Townhouse Reno | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.93 |
| Eastwood Manor | 2Bed - 1.5Bath - TH | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.07 |
| Eddins Estates Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Water Oak Apartments | Renovated Forest | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| The Oakley | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Brookstone Apartment Homes | 1Bed - 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| The Summit at the River | River Pointe 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
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Getting Around the East Tuscaloosa Neighborhood in Tuscaloosa, AL
Walk Score®
42 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
36 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Tuscaloosa Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Tuscaloosa?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Tuscaloosa is under $1,035.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Tuscaloosa?
The cheapest apartment in East Tuscaloosa is Forest Lake Apartments which is listed at $699, while the average apartment in East Tuscaloosa costs $5,400.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East 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 35 regular apartments in East 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 East Tuscaloosa?
Cheap apartments in East Tuscaloosa have an average cost of $659 which is $4,741 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Tuscaloosa.
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