The University of Alabama·Tuscaloosa, AL·Updated Monthly
By the FMP Data Team · Reviewed July 1, 2026
Union on Frank leads our July 2026 ranking of the 11 Best Overall student apartments near University of Alabama with a 5.0/5 FMP Score, followed by Hillside Commons and The Bluff at Waterworks Landing. Across the 11 properties reviewed, students keep coming back to amenities & shared spaces and management & maintenance: the overall signals that move a property up this ranking. Browse all off-campus housing near The University of Alabama for every option.
Sorted by FMP Score from verified University of Alabama reviews, high to low. Scores reflect current University of Alabama reviews only.
why it ranked: The top overall pick near University of Alabama, at 5.0/5 from verified reviews. As a tenant in this beautiful apartment for three years, i had a wonderful living experience throughout my time here. The apartment is furnished, staff members are very responsive and…
| 1 | Union on Frank | 5.0/5 | 5 | – | $750/mo |
| 2 | Hillside Commons | 5.0/5 | 5 | – | $675/mo |
| 3 | The Bluff at Waterworks Landing | 4.4/5 | 5 | – | $799/mo |
| 4 | Broadstreet Village | 4.4/5 | 5 | – | $850/mo |
| 5 | Hub on Campus Tuscaloosa | 4.2/5 | 5 | – | $899/mo |
| 6 | Old Row at Cloverdale | 4.2/5 | 5 | – | $1225/mo |
| 7 | Redpoint Tuscaloosa | 2.6/5 | 5 | – | $499/mo |
| 8 | East Edge | 2.6/5 | 5 | – | $1409/mo |
| 9 | Houndstooth Condominiums | 2.6/5 | 5 | – | $775/mo |
| 10 | Ion Tuscaloosa | 2.4/5 | 5 | – | $969/mo |
| 11 | The Cottages at Lake Tamaha | 1.4/5 | 5 | – | $770/mo |
Walk times are door-to-door to University of Alabama campus. Rent is per person, per month.
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see the ranking →Union on Frank leads our July 2026 ranking of the 11 Best Overall student apartments near University of Alabama with a 5.0/5 FMP Score, followed by Hillside Commons and The Bluff at Waterworks Landing.
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student apartments near University of Alabama
why it ranked: A podium finish for overall near University of Alabama, 5.0/5 from verified reviews. The property is beautiful, especially the fire pit and pool area—those were my favorite features. Management was also very helpful, and Nicole did a great job answering all of my questions
why it ranked: A podium finish for overall near University of Alabama, 4.4/5 from verified reviews. Lauren was awesome and very informative
why it ranked: Holds a 4.4/5 overall score from verified University of Alabama reviews. I lived here for a year and a half (2018-2019) and I absolutely loved it! The one bedroom unit was the perfect size for me, my…
why it ranked: Holds a 4.2/5 overall score from verified University of Alabama reviews. 10/10 living experience! The new manager, Danielle, has been great & seems to really care. My apartment is such a great set up…
why it ranked: Holds a 4.2/5 overall score from verified University of Alabama reviews. Best location in Tuscaloosa if your in greek life and not living in the house
why it ranked: Holds a 2.6/5 overall score from verified University of Alabama reviews. After three long years at red point I have never met someone as kind as eric the new AM. Thanks Eric for all your help! ( on a…
why it ranked: Holds a 2.6/5 overall score from verified University of Alabama reviews. I honestly only got an apt here because it was one of the last available and I kinda regret my decision. First of all, even on a…
why it ranked: Holds a 2.6/5 overall score from verified University of Alabama reviews. Looked at many properties around town & decided Houndstooth was the one. I have piece of mind leaving my son & driving away. It…
why it ranked: Holds a 2.4/5 overall score from verified University of Alabama reviews. Simultaneously the worst and most expensive place I’ve lived in Tuscaloosa. The people living here are incredibly inconsiderate…
why it ranked: Holds a 1.4/5 overall score from verified University of Alabama reviews. Trying to move in today and no one is in the office. Been waiting over an hour🤦🏾♀️