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One Bedroom Apartments under $1,200 for Rent in Tuscaloosa, AL

189 Rentals
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  30. 1 BED
    $950

    Royal Hills

    500 Snows Mill Ave, Tuscaloosa, AL 35406
  40. Building Photo - 1418 7th St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $900

    1418 7th St

    1418 7th St, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
  42. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $675

    614 12th St

    614 12th St, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
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Living & Renting in Tuscaloosa

Tuscaloosa at a Glance

Average Rent

$978
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5

School Rating

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1

Some Transit

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44

Somewhat Bikeable

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Tuscaloosa, AL Apartments for Rent

Located along the Black Warrior River, Tuscaloosa combines college-town spirit with traditional Southern hospitality. As the former state capital and home to the University of Alabama, the city offers apartments for rent across various neighborhoods, with one-bedroom units averaging $949 monthly. Residents enjoy entertainment at landmarks like the Tuscaloosa Amphitheater, can explore the Alabama Museum of Natural History, or catch performances at the historic Bama Theatre.

The city spans 73 square miles and serves as home to major employers including the University of Alabama, DCH Regional Medical Center, and the Mercedes-Benz manufacturing plant. Residents appreciate the recreational areas and parks along the Black Warrior River. The Tuscaloosa Trolley System provides public transportation throughout the area, while Interstate 20/59 connects to Birmingham, located 60 miles northeast. Apartments for rent in Tuscaloosa put residents in the heart of this historic Alabama city, where university influence meets Southern tradition.

Why Tuscaloosa?

  • Catching a University of Alabama Crimson Tide football game at the Bryant-Denny Stadium.
  • The DCH Regional Medical Center, which contains one of the busiest trauma centers in the state.
  • Visiting Moundville Archaeological Park, one of the most significant Native American archaeological sites in the country.
  • Hiking, camping, and marveling at the historic buildings and Civil War era furnaces at Tannehill Ironworks Historical State Park.
  • Touring the Mercedes-Benz factory and visiting the museum and visitor’s center.
  • Cruising the Black Warrior River on the Bama Belle Riverboat from the Port of Tuscaloosa.

Renting in Tuscaloosa

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Getting Around Tuscaloosa

Transportation

51

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.
44

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.
1

Minimal Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
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Education

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Northridge High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,145 Students
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Hillcrest High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,356 Students
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Central High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
783 Students
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Holt High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
435 Students
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Tuscaloosa Magnet School Middle

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
169 Students
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Northridge Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
740 Students
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Hillcrest Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
576 Students
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Westlawn Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
534 Students
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Tuscaloosa Magnet School Elementary

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
294 Students

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