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  • Pet Friendly

Location

1350 James I Harrison Jr Pkwy E, Tuscaloosa, AL 35405, USA
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Property Overview

Forrester Gardens earns a strong overall rating of 8.3 out of 10, with standout marks for price, location, and amenities. It offers excellent value, a well-rounded set of features, and a convenient setting, along with a trustworthy property description.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Z - Forrester Gardens is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Z - Forrester Gardens has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive

Floor plans

2x12 bed1 bath771 sqft$845 /mo
2x12 bed1 bath771 sqft$1,023 /mo
3x1.53 bed1.5 bath906 sqft$1,000 /mo
3x1.53 bed1.5 bath906 sqft$1,195 /mo

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Amenities for Z - Forrester Gardens

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

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Per-applicant. Agent application fee.

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REQUIRED FEES

Deposit

One-time. Refund Policy: 100%.

$300–$400

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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About Z - Forrester Gardens

HomeApartments in Tuscaloosa Z - Forrester Gardens

Z - Forrester Gardens cost $845–$1,195 per month. Located at 1350 James I Harrison Jr Pkwy E, Tuscaloosa, AL 35405, USA, Z - Forrester Gardens has 2 — 3 bedroom units available. Based on the average rent price of 3 bedrooms in Tuscaloosa, renting an apartment at Z - Forrester Gardens is 28% cheaper per month.Other apartment buildings in or around Tuscaloosa include but are not limited to: 120 Main Ave, 933 21st Ave E, 419 30th Ave E, 922 23rd Ave E


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, Z - Forrester Gardens is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Z - Forrester Gardens has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Z - Forrester Gardens
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Z - Forrester Gardens offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, Z - Forrester Gardens is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Z - Forrester Gardens is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While Z - Forrester Gardens does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
Z - Forrester Gardens provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How Z - Forrester Gardens compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby

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Rent trends in Tuscaloosa

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Z - Forrester Gardens to be 11% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Tuscaloosa.

3-bedroom apartments at Z - Forrester Gardens cost about 33% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Tuscaloosa.

Median rents as of Sep 12 2026.
Tuscaloosa
A table of studio rental data trends in Tuscaloosa
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,487
October 2024$1,456
November 2024$1,577
December 2024$1,171
January 2025$853
February 2025$525
March 2025$942
April 2025$1,139
May 2025$565
June 2025$1,264
July 2025$1,390
August 2025$525
September 2025$1,439
October 2025$1,139
November 2025$787
January 2026$950
February 2026$778
June 2026$550
July 2026$550
August 2026$540
September 2026$525

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$37,360/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $37,360 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms median monthly rent price of $934.
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Tuscaloosa near 1350 James I Harrison Jr Pkwy E

Walking

3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

0/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for 1350 James I Harrison Jr Pkwy E, Tuscaloosa

Groceries

4/10
At least one supermarket within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

1/10
Closest elementary school further than a 30-minute walk

High schools

1/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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