Tuscaloosa, AL apartment rent will vary based on factors like the distance to UA campus, floor plan, and community amenities. If you're a student looking to walk to class, in a luxury apartment, or live in a one bedroom apartment, then you'll likely be paying around $1,000/month. If you're on a budget and are searching for a cheap apartment to share with your friends and modern finishes aren't a must, you can find a rental in Tuscaloosa on the low for between $500-650/month.