
Cheap Homes for Rent in Tuscaloosa County, AL from $500 (26 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in Tuscaloosa County.


1901 5th Ave E, Unit 1304

608 Jack Warner Pkwy

4018 68th Ave

4017 68th Ave

414 18th St
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2404 11th Ct

126 Taskaloosa Rd

2410 Denny St

608 Jack Warner Pkwy

1515 Kicker Rd

3117 Short 19th St
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3930 Watermelon Rd

1812 26th Ave

1605 Hackberry Ln
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3914 Watermelon Rd

10 Arlington Dr

3521 14th St

4309 Virginia Dr

2811 20th St

327 18th St
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2744 Sumner Pl

4529 1st NE Pl

6220 62nd Ave

3478 Willow Ln

2635 20th St
Tuscaloosa County, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Tuscaloosa County?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Tuscaloosa County 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,425 | $900 | $2,500 |
Tuscaloosa County 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,676 | $700 | $3,500 |
Tuscaloosa County 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,093 | $1,150 | $3,000 |
Tuscaloosa County 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,849 | $2,699 | $7,000 |
Tuscaloosa County 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,000 | $4,000 | $4,000 |
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Cheapest Available Tuscaloosa County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Tuscaloosa County, AL is a Studio unit found at Flex Studio Apartments in the Skyland McFarland neighborhood priced from $495. Forest Lake Apartments in the West Tuscaloosa neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $699. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Tuscaloosa County apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Flex Studio Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $495 |
Forest Lake Apartments | Small One BR | 1BR,1BA | $699 |
The Oakley | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
Arbor Place Apartments | One Bedroom/One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $764 |
The Cottages at Lake Tamaha | 4BR/4.5BA - Springmore Elite | 4BR,4BA | $765 |
Brookstone Apartment Homes | 1Bed - 1Bath | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
Legacy at Country Club | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
The Greens at Tuscaloosa I/II | Classic Deluxe II | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
The Links at Tuscaloosa | Classic Deluxe II | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
Stone Creek | Studio | Studio,1BA | $845 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tuscaloosa County, AL
As of June 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Tuscaloosa County area is the $0.80 price per square foot D1 Model at My House on 13th in the in the University of Alabama neighborhood starting from $1,495. The second greatest value Tuscaloosa County apartment is the 3x3 Townhome Model at Magnolia, A Prosper Community starting at $1,460 with a $0.99 price per square foot in the Skyland McFarland neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Tuscaloosa County apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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My House on 13th | D1 | 4BR,4BA | $0.80 |
Magnolia, A Prosper Community | 3x3 Townhome | 3BR,3BA | $0.99 |
Hallmark at Garden Parkway | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $0.94 |
The Cottages at Lake Tamaha | 2BR/2BA - Birchmore Elite | 2BR,2.5BA | $0.96 |
Riverfront Village | Capstone | 3BR,3BA | $0.69 |
Legacy at Country Club | 2 Bedrooms, 1.5 Bathrooms | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.91 |
High Country Apartments | 3Bed - 2Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.02 |
Copper Creek | 2Bed + 1.5 Bath Townhouse Reno | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.93 |
Eddins Estates Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
1370 Hurricane Rd, Unit 1 | 1370 Hurricane Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.94 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Tuscaloosa County
What type of rentals are currently available in Tuscaloosa County?
There are currently 304 Apartments for Rent in Tuscaloosa County, AL with pricing that ranges from $465 to $6,500. There are also 158 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Tuscaloosa County ranging from $525 to $7,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Tuscaloosa County?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Tuscaloosa County ranges from $525 to $7,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,249.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Tuscaloosa County?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Tuscaloosa County range from $800 to $5,850, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $700 to $3,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,150 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $609.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
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