Cheap Homes for Rent in East Tuscaloosa Neighborhood of Tuscaloosa, AL from $500 (11 Rentals)

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East Tuscaloosa, Tuscaloosa, AL Local Guide

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. Forrester Gardens Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $670. Here are the most affordable East Tuscaloosa apartments for rent in Tuscaloosa, AL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Flex Studio Apartments1BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$495
Forrester Gardens Apartments2x12BR,1BA$670
Riverbend Residences1x11BR,1BA$700
Forest Lake ApartmentsSmall One BR1BR,1BA$750
Brookstone Apartment Homes1Bed - 1Bath1BR,1BA$830

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Tuscaloosa, AL

As of July 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Tuscaloosa area is the $0.64 price per square foot 2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bathroom Model at Redpoint Tuscaloosa in the in the Skyland McFarland neighborhood starting from $825. The second greatest value East Tuscaloosa apartment is the 2BR/2BA - Birchmore Elite Model at The Cottages at Lake Tamaha starting at $1,170 with a $0.94 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Redpoint Tuscaloosa2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bathroom2BR,2.5BA$0.64
The Cottages at Lake Tamaha2BR/2BA - Birchmore Elite2BR,2.5BA$0.94
Court Woods Apartments2BR/2BA2BR,2BA$0.85
Williamsburg East2 Bed 2.5 Bath2BR,2.5BA$1.03
Copper Creek2Bed + 1.5 Bath Townhouse Reno2BR,1.5BA$0.93
Eastwood Manor2Bed - 1.5Bath - TH2BR,1.5BA$1.08
Water Oak ApartmentsRenovated Forest1BR,1BA$1.37
Tenth and Tusk2BR/2BA - Corner2BR,2BA$1.09
Forrester Gardens Apartments2x12BR,1BA$0.87
Riverbend Residences1x11BR,1BA$1.13

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
East Tuscaloosa, Tuscaloosa, AL

Ranked #3

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Tuscaloosa

What type of rentals are currently available in East Tuscaloosa?

There are currently 67 Apartments for Rent in East Tuscaloosa, AL with pricing that ranges from $495 to $4,500. There are also 46 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Tuscaloosa ranging from $500 to $3,600.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Tuscaloosa ranges from $500 to $3,600 with an average monthly rent of $1,990.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Tuscaloosa range from $800 to $3,400, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,230 to $2,569. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $785.

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

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

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

Written by: Robin Stewart

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.