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Decatur, AL Apartments for Rent

Looking for an affordable place to call home? Decatur, "The River City," sits right on the banks of Wheeler Lake along the Tennessee River in northern Alabama. With nearly 58,000 residents, this riverside city serves as the heart of a larger metro area and ranks as the second-largest city in the Huntsville-Decatur region. Thanks to its history as a river and railroad hub, Decatur has grown into a key player in North Alabama's economy while keeping housing costs refreshingly low – one-bedroom apartments average just $786 per month.

If you're watching your budget but still want access to waterfront living and Huntsville job opportunities, Decatur delivers on both fronts. The city covers 86 square miles and offers plenty of apartment communities, from scenic riverside spots to neighborhoods close to shops and restaurants. Getting around is easy too, with major transportation routes connecting you to employment centers throughout the region. With rent prices significantly below Alabama's state average and only modest yearly increases, Decatur gives you the chance to stretch your dollar further while enjoying all the perks of northern Alabama apartment living.

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  • Beaverbrook 602 Sq Ft $977/mo

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Austin High School

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Priceville High School

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Decatur High School

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Decatur High Development

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Cedar Ridge Middle School

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Decatur Middle School

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Brookhaven Middle School

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Walter Jackson Elementary School

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