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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
Average Rental Rates and Apartment Sizes
- Apartment Type Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- Studio 427 Sq Ft $851 / mo
- 1 Bedroom 691 Sq Ft $977 / mo
- 2 Bedrooms 1,021 Sq Ft $1,155 / mo
- 3 Bedrooms 1,235 Sq Ft $1,384 / mo
- 4 Bedrooms 1,765 Sq Ft $1,731 / mo
Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Tuscaloosa
(For 1 bedroom apartments)- Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
- Mimosa Gardens 753 Sq Ft $920/mo
- The Greens at Tuscaloosa 730 Sq Ft $943/mo
- West Tuscaloosa 635 Sq Ft $1,125/mo
- Skyland-McFarland 706 Sq Ft $1,136/mo
- Druid City 604 Sq Ft $1,159/mo
- Downtown Tuscaloosa 610 Sq Ft $1,258/mo
- East Tuscaloosa 654 Sq Ft $1,273/mo
- Waterford Place 881 Sq Ft $1,323/mo
- Inverness Gardens 881 Sq Ft $1,323/mo
- Riverfront 630 Sq Ft $1,424/mo
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Average Rent in Nearby Cities
(For 1 bedroom apartments)- Cities Average Rent
- Tuscaloosa $1,154/mo
- Northport $1,553/mo
- Bessemer $800/mo
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Frequently asked questions about renting in Tuscaloosa, AL
What are the average rent costs in Tuscaloosa, AL?
The average rent in Tuscaloosa, AL is $977.
What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Tuscaloosa, AL?
The average rent for a studio apartment in Tuscaloosa, AL is $851.
What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Tuscaloosa, AL?
The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Tuscaloosa, AL is $977.
What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Tuscaloosa, AL?
The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Tuscaloosa, AL is $1,155.
What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in Tuscaloosa, AL?
The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in Tuscaloosa, AL is $1,384.
What are the average rent costs of a four bedroom apartment in Tuscaloosa, AL?
The average rent for a 4 bedroom apartment in Tuscaloosa, AL is $1,731.
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