
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the The Strip Neighborhood of Tuscaloosa, AL from $400 (28 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the The Strip area of Tuscaloosa.


Cobblestone Court

The Summit at the River

WR Tower Apartments

1920 8th St

Canterbury Apartment Homes

The Crescent
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Rivermont Apartment Homes

680 6th Ave NE

619 15th Ave

622 5th St NE

Reed Street Apartments

Four Quarters College Station

Sherrill Plaza
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Preston Place

College Place

Emerson Court

Notting Hill Apartments
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Walden Chase Apartments

1100 14th Ave

380 14th Pl E

The Gates at Cedar Crest

1009 12th St

1020 17th Ave
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The Strip, Tuscaloosa, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in The Strip?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Strip Studio Apartments | $1,336 | $600 | $1,875 |
| The Strip 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,286 | $465 | $2,246 |
| The Strip 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,430 | $909 | $2,000 |
| The Strip 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,658 | $889 | $2,667 |
| The Strip 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,774 | $999 | $5,600 |
| The Strip 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,252 | $1,204 | $8,000 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 28 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the The Strip Neighborhood of Tuscaloosa, AL.
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Cheapest Available The Strip Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the The Strip area of Tuscaloosa, AL is a Studio unit found at Cobblestone Court priced from $630. The Summit at the River has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable The Strip apartments for rent in Tuscaloosa, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cobblestone Court | Hardwood LVT Flooring Unit | Studio,1BA | $630 |
| The Summit at the River | River Pointe 1 | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Canterbury Apartment Homes | Two Bed - One and Half Bath | 2BR,1BA | $977 |
| Rivermont Apartment Homes | 1 bed - 1bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,115 |
| The Crescent | 1C | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in The Strip, AL
As of April 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the The Strip area is the $0.76 price per square foot E1 Model at My House on 13th in the in the University of Alabama neighborhood starting from $1,535. The second greatest value The Strip 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 The Strip apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| My House on 13th | E1 | 5BR,5BA | $0.76 |
| Metalworks Condos | Metalworks Condo | 3BR,4BA | $0.51 |
| Union Tuscaloosa | 5x5 Penthouse | 5BR,5BA | $0.91 |
| The Overlook | A | 3BR,3BA | $0.81 |
| Canterbury Apartment Homes | Two Bed - One and Half Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.03 |
| Rivermont Apartment Homes | 1 bed - 1bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Union on Frank | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $1.96 |
| The Crescent | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| Broadstreet Village | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.34 |
| The Summit at the River | River Pointe 1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleThe Strip, Tuscaloosa, AL
Ranked #6
Among cities in Alabama for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap The Strip Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in The Strip?
The cheapest apartment in The Strip is The Summit at the River which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in The Strip costs $3,200.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in The Strip?
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 18 regular apartments in The Strip 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 The Strip?
Cheap apartments in The Strip have an average cost of $1,223 which is $1,977 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in The Strip.
Expert Rental Resources
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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.