Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University of Alabama Neighborhood of Tuscaloosa, AL from $400 (25 Rentals)

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Emerson Court
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Emerson Court

900 Gene Stallings AveTuscaloosa, AL 35401
Student Housing
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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
Student Housing
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College Place
2 Bedroom Apartments

College Place

514 Red Drew AveTuscaloosa, AL 35401
Student Housing

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Notting Hill Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Notting Hill Apartments

1320 Paul W Bryant DrTuscaloosa, AL 35401
Student Housing
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Walden Chase Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Walden Chase Apartments

1310 8th StTuscaloosa, AL 35401
Student Housing
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1100 14th Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

1100 14th Ave

1100 14th AveTuscaloosa, AL 35401

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1510 9th St

TuscaloosaAL35401

University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa, AL Local Guide

Cheapest Available University of Alabama Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University of Alabama area of Tuscaloosa, AL is a Studio unit found at Cobblestone Court priced from $630. Canterbury Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,019. Here are the most affordable University of Alabama apartments for rent in Tuscaloosa, AL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cobblestone CourtHardwood LVT Flooring UnitStudio,1BA$630
Canterbury Apartment HomesTwo Bed - One and Half Bath2BR,1BA$1,019
Myers Flats - 3 Bedroom3BR/3.0BA3BR,3BA$2,700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University of Alabama, AL

As of June 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the University of Alabama area is the $1.53 price per square foot 3BR/3.0BA Model at Myers Flats - 3 Bedroom in the in the University of Alabama neighborhood starting from $2,700. The second greatest value University of Alabama 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 University of Alabama apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Myers Flats - 3 Bedroom3BR/3.0BA3BR,3BA$1.53
State Tuscaloosa4x4 TH4BR,4BA$0.79
Union Tuscaloosa4x4 Large4BR,4BA$1.00
The OverlookA3BR,3BA$0.81
Canterbury Apartment HomesTwo Bed - One and Half Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.07
Union on FrankB2 Shared2BR,2BA$0.86
Vie at University DownsAC - Condo1BR,1BA$2.06
Cobblestone CourtHardwood LVT Flooring UnitStudio ,1BA$2.10

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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University of Alabama Apartments

What types of apartments are the cheapest in University of Alabama?

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 16 regular apartments in University of Alabama 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 University of Alabama?

Cheap apartments in University of Alabama have an average cost of $1,037 which is $555 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University of Alabama.

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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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.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.