Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University of Alabama Neighborhood of Tuscaloosa, AL from $400 (12 Rentals)

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Sherrill Plaza
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sherrill Plaza

1001 14th 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
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University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, AL Local Guide

Cheapest Available University of Alabama Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Union on FrankD14BR,4BA$1,490

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University of Alabama, AL

As of September 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the University of Alabama 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 University of Alabama apartment is the 5x5 Penthouse Model at Union Tuscaloosa starting at $1,461 with a $0.90 price per square foot in the University of Alabama neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University of Alabama apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
My House on 13thE15BR,5BA$0.72
Union Tuscaloosa5x5 Penthouse5BR,5BA$0.90
The OverlookA3BR,3BA$0.81
WatercressC33BR,3BA$0.66
Union on FrankB32BR,2BA$2.19
Vie at University Downs1 - Apartment1BR,1BA$2.09
The WalkRose 2A2BR,2BA$1.74

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Getting Around the University of Alabama Neighborhood in Tuscaloosa, AL

Walk Score®

74 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

67 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University of Alabama Apartments

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom University of Alabama Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in University of Alabama is starting from $1,599 at Union on Frank.

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