How much is rent in Shelby County?

In Shelby County, the average rent is $986+ for a studio, $1,092+ for a 1-bedroom, $1,359+ for a 2-bedroom, and $1,650+ for a 3-bedroom.* *Based on base prices that don’t include fees

How can I find a pet-friendly apartment in Shelby County?

You can use the pet-friendly filter to find apartments that allow pets.

How much should I pay for rent in Shelby County?

The answer to this question depends on your household income and a couple of other factors. You can use our Rent Calculator to figure out how much you should spend on rent in Shelby County.

How can I find off-campus housing in Shelby County?

You can use the off-campus housing filters to find apartments near colleges located in or around Shelby County. Some of the colleges and universities in the area include University of Alabama at Birmingham , Miles College , Birmingham Southern College , Lawson State Community College-Birmingham Campus , Jefferson State Community College , and Samford University .

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Apartments for Rent in Shelby County, AL

171 rentals available

1110 Morning Sun Drive
$1,100
1110 Morning Sun Drive, Meadowbrook, AL 35242
(603) 459-3240
1 unit available
1 bed
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Beautiful 4 BR, 2.5 Bath Home in Oak Mountain School District Available Now
$3,300
2300 Woodland Circle, Meadowbrook, AL 35242
(205) 983-8679
1 unit available
4 bed
Amenities
W/D hookup, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly + more
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Spacious 3-Bed, 2-Bath Riverchase Garden Home
$2,495
1015 Riverchase Cove, Hoover, AL 35244
(205) 251-1267
1 unit available
3 bed
Amenities
W/D hookup, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage + more
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For Rent
$1,495
1094 Emerald Ridge Drive, Calera, AL 35040
(205) 968-3772
1 unit available
3 bed
Amenities
Pet friendly
Recently updated units
For Rent
$1,250
808 Gables Drive, Hoover, AL 35244
(205) 968-3772
1 unit available
2 bed
Amenities
Pet friendly
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AVAILABLE TO VIEW! Updated 4 Bedroom Alabaster Home with Pool!
$2,995
2014 1st Avenue West, Alabaster, AL 35114
(205) 824-5008
1 unit available
4 bed
Amenities
On-site laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Dogs allowed, Recently renovated, Pool + more
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CHOOSE YOUR MOVE-IN SPECIAL!!! Home for Rent in Calera, AL!!! Available to View Now!!!
$1,550
179 Creek Run Way, Calera, AL 35040
(205) 824-5008
1 unit available
3 bed
Amenities
W/D hookup, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Walk in closets, Air conditioning + more
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Newly Updated 3BR 2.5BA Townhome in Most Convenient Pelham Location
$1,700
752 Cahaba Manor Trail, Pelham, AL 35124
(205) 407-4192
1 unit available
3 bed
Amenities
On-site laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Dishwasher, Recently renovated, Stainless steel + more
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Home for rent in Pelham!!!
$1,450
11 Cottage Circle, Pelham, AL 35124
(205) 824-5008
1 unit available
2 bed
Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Recently renovated + more
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Town Home for Rent in Calera!! AVAILABLE NOW!!
$1,495
538 The Heights Lane, Calera, AL 35040
(205) 824-5008
1 unit available
3 bed
Amenities
W/D hookup, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Stainless steel + more
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CHOOSE YOUR MOVE-IN SPECIAL!!! Home for Rent in Calera, AL!!! Available to View Now!!!
$1,550
175 Creek Run Way, Calera, AL 35040
(205) 824-5008
1 unit available
3 bed
Amenities
W/D hookup, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Walk in closets, Air conditioning + more
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Beautiful Home for Rent in Calera, AL... Available to View Now!!!
$1,625
208 Creek Run Way, Calera, AL 35040
(205) 824-5008
1 unit available
3 bed
Amenities
Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage, Walk in closets, Extra storage, and Microwave
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Pelham
$1,550
3439 Wildewood Drive, Pelham, AL 35124
(205) 793-0700
1 unit available
2 bed
Amenities
Recently renovated, Range, and Refrigerator
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Home for Rent in Calera, AL! Available to View Now!!! Sign a 13 Month Lease by 1/31/26 to get 1 MONTH FREE RENT!!
$1,495
232 Creek Run Way, Calera, AL 35040
(205) 824-5008
1 unit available
3 bed
Amenities
Pet friendly, Walk in closets, and Extra storage
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Home Available For Rent in Alabaster!! COMING SOON!
$1,895
109 Greenwood Lane, Alabaster, AL 35007
(205) 824-5008
1 unit available
4 bed
Amenities
W/D hookup, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage, Air conditioning + more
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218 HIDDEN CREEK DRIVE
$1,650
218 Hidden Creek Drive, Pelham, AL 35124
(205) 871-2556
1 unit available
3 bed
Amenities
Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Parking, Walk in closets, Ceiling fan, Fireplace + more
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The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Shelby County is $1,092+, while the average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment is $1,359+. Rent rates updated 8 days ago

Studio: $986+Trending up
1 Bed: $1,092+Trending up
2 Beds: $1,359+Trending up
3+ Beds: $1,650+Trending up

* Averages are based on the rental prices of properties listed on Apartment List that don’t include fees

Apartments for Rent in Shelby County, AL

1110 Morning Sun Drive

Beautiful 4 BR, 2.5 Bath Home in Oak Mountain School District Available Now

Spacious 3-Bed, 2-Bath Riverchase Garden Home

For Rent

For Rent

AVAILABLE TO VIEW! Updated 4 Bedroom Alabaster Home with Pool!

CHOOSE YOUR MOVE-IN SPECIAL!!! Home for Rent in Calera, AL!!! Available to View Now!!!

Newly Updated 3BR 2.5BA Townhome in Most Convenient Pelham Location

Home for rent in Pelham!!!

Town Home for Rent in Calera!! AVAILABLE NOW!!

CHOOSE YOUR MOVE-IN SPECIAL!!! Home for Rent in Calera, AL!!! Available to View Now!!!

Beautiful Home for Rent in Calera, AL... Available to View Now!!!

Pelham

Home for Rent in Calera, AL! Available to View Now!!! Sign a 13 Month Lease by 1/31/26 to get 1 MONTH FREE RENT!!

Home Available For Rent in Alabaster!! COMING SOON!

218 HIDDEN CREEK DRIVE

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