Ridge View Apartments
5100 36th Ave E,
Tuscaloosa, AL 35405
$799 - $999
1-2 Beds
Tuscaloosa
Tuscaloosa, AL
Area Guide
If you're moving to Tuscaloosa, get ready to cheer.
College Town
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Nightlife
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Southern
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Historic
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Tuscaloosa, home to the University of Alabama, combines historic Southern architecture with contemporary living options. Known as "The Druid City" for its water oaks planted in the 1840s, Tuscaloosa offers a mix of college-town energy and residential calm. The downtown district and Riverwalk area feature the Tuscaloosa Amphitheater, which hosts concerts and events along the Black Warrior River. Housing choices include properties in the Downtown Historic District and apartments near campus, with current rental rates averaging $946 for one-bedroom units and $1,120 for two bedrooms.
Bryant-Denny Stadium anchors the city's fall calendar, while outdoor enthusiasts enjoy the University of Alabama Arboretum and the Riverwalk's paths throughout the year. The historic Bama Theatre presents performances and films, while the Children's Hands-On Museum offers educational exhibits. The Mercedes-Benz plant, established in 1993, joins the University of Alabama as a major employer. From its time as Alabama's capital (1826-1846) to today, Tuscaloosa continues to grow while preserving its historic architecture and tree-lined streets.
Explore the City
Visit the University of Alabama near Forest Lake.
Explore the tudor style homes in Downtown Tuscaloosa.
Watch the boats go by from the Tuscaloosa Riverwalk in Downtown Tuscaloosa.
Rent Trends
As of November 2025, the average apartment rent in Tuscaloosa, AL is $876 for a studio, $978 for one bedroom, $1,144 for two bedrooms, and $1,419 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Tuscaloosa has increased by 3.8% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$978/month
690 Sq Ft
House
$2,060/month
915 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Tuscaloosa, AL is 11.2% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Tuscaloosa is 26.5% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $876 - $1,417. You can expect to pay 3.5% less for groceries, 11.5% more for utilities, and 10.8% less for transportation.
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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’ll need a car.
1
Minimal Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
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.
Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
605 Students
Tuscaloosa Magnet School Elementary
Public
Grades K-5
294 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
440 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
713 Students
The Alberta School of Performing Arts
Public
Grades PK-8
671 Students
Tuscaloosa Magnet School Middle
Public
Grades 6-8
169 Students
The Alberta School of Performing Arts
Public
Grades PK-8
671 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
740 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
576 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
534 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,145 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,356 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
783 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
435 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
22 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Alabama Museum of Natural History
- Children's Hands-On Museum
- University of Alabama Arboretum
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.