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property at 1717-1719 13th St

$1,000 - $1,100

1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Aug 7, 2026

1717-1719 13th St

TuscaloosaAL35401
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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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The Willows
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Willows

632 23rd St ETuscaloosa, AL 35401
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West Tuscaloosa, Tuscaloosa, AL Local Guide

Cheapest Available West Tuscaloosa Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the West 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 West Tuscaloosa apartments for rent in Tuscaloosa, AL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Flex Studio Apartments1BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$495
Forest Lake ApartmentsSmall One BR1BR,1BA$699
Riverbend Residences1x11BR,1BA$700
Arbor Place ApartmentsOne Bedroom/One Bath1BR,1BA$764
Brookstone Apartment Homes1Bed - 1Bath1BR,1BA$799
Legacy at Country Club1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$800
The Greens at Tuscaloosa I/IIClassic Deluxe II1BR,1BA$825
The Links at TuscaloosaClassic Deluxe II1BR,1BA$825
Copper Creek2Bed + 1Bath Reno2BR,1BA$900
Landmark Apartments- ALThe Pine1BR,1BA$931

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Tuscaloosa, AL

As of December 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Tuscaloosa area is the $0.75 price per square foot E1 Model at My House on 13th in the in the University of Alabama neighborhood starting from $1,515. The second greatest value West Tuscaloosa apartment is the 5x5 Penthouse Model at Union Tuscaloosa starting at $1,482 with a $0.91 price per square foot in the University of Alabama neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Tuscaloosa apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
My House on 13thE15BR,5BA$0.75
Union Tuscaloosa5x5 Penthouse5BR,5BA$0.91
Legacy at Country Club2 Bedrooms, 1.5 Bathrooms2BR,1.5BA$0.91
Hallmark at Garden ParkwayTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.04
Copper Creek2Bed + 1.5 Bath Townhouse Reno2BR,1.5BA$0.93
Canterbury Apartment HomesTwo Bed - One and Half Bath2BR,1.5BA$1.03
French Quarter ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.17
Fountain Square Apartment Homes1Bed - 1Bath1BR,1BA$1.37
Bent Tree Apartment HomesOne Bed - One Bath1BR,1BA$1.43
Riverbend Residences1x11BR,1BA$1.13

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
West Tuscaloosa, Tuscaloosa, AL

Ranked #2

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Alabama and customized analysis for Central Tuscaloosa, AL. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for proximity to parks, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Tuscaloosa Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Tuscaloosa Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Tuscaloosa Apartment is $699 at Forest Lake Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Tuscaloosa Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Tuscaloosa is starting from $900 at Copper Creek.

What is the most affordable West Tuscaloosa Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap West Tuscaloosa Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Arbor Place Apartments and starts from $964.

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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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

Written by: Justin Habersaat

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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.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!