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1561 Pike Rd, Birmingham, AL 35218

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Fountain Blue

1561 Pike Rd
Birmingham, AL 35218
(659) 207-9576
Fountain Blue in Birmingham, AL - Building Photo
  • 1–2 Bedrooms
  • $715-$800 Pricing
  • 550–820 Square Feet

About Fountain Blue

Located right off Interstate 20/59, just a few blocks from 5 Points West Ensley, this standard 1 & 2-bedroom apartments are convenient to pretty much everywhere. Our 2-Bedroom units include central heat & air, as well as a private half-bath. Our 1-bedroom units utilize a PTAC system. Kitchen appliances included with all units. Community Laundry center. Total electric. Hard floor surfaces throughout for easy cleanup. Units may vary in style and appliances. Rent Special: One-month free (*Still requires 1st month rent and deposit at lease signing). Subject to prior sale or lease, change in price, or withdrawal from market without notice. Rental availability may change hourly, and there is no guarantee that rental availability listed will be the same when you contact our office. The information contained herein form sources deemed reliable, but no warranty or representation is made to the accuracy thereof. Watts Realty Co., Inc. Copyright 2025. All rights reserved.

Fountain Blue is located in the Ensley Highlands Neighborhood and 35218 Zip code of Birmingham, AL. This community is professionally managed by Meridian Management Group

Property Contact Info

Office Hours

Monday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Tuesday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Wednesday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Thursday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Friday9:00 am–5:00 pm
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Fountain Blue offers 1 to 2 Bedroom apartments starting from $800 and having 550–820 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

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  • 1 Bedroom

    Floorplan 1x1

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 550 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
    $715Call for Availability1x1550 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Heating
    • Windows

    Kitchen

    • Freezer
    • Kitchen
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $715
  • 2 Bedrooms

    2x1.5

    $800

    2 Beds, 1.5 Baths, 820 sq ft
    Available Now

    Availability Details

    PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtView Details
    $800Available Now1557 G820
    $800Available Now1561 I820
    $800 August 7, 20261565 E820

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Heating
    • Windows

    Kitchen

    • Freezer
    • Kitchen
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Model Rent and Fees

    Model Price

    • $800

    Unit 1557 G Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $800
    • View Details and Rent Estimate

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $800

    Unit 1561 I Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $800
    • View Details and Rent Estimate

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $800

    Unit 1565 E Rent and Fees

    Unit Price

    • $800
    • View Details and Rent Estimate

    Unit Description

    Located right off Interstate 20/59, just a few blocks from 5 Points West Ensley, this standard 2-bedroom apartment is convenient to pretty much everywhere. The primary bedroom has access to a private half-bath. Central Heat & Air. Community Laundry center. Total electric. Hard floor surfaces throughout for easy cleanup. Units may vary in style. Rent Special: One-month free (*Still requires 1st month rent and deposit at lease signing). Tenant Responsible for setting up and maintaining electric utility. Monthly water costs based on # of occupants. No Smoking Allowed. No Pets Allowed. Please note that only service dogs as defined by the Americans with Disability Act (Title III) are permitted. Pets of any other type including dogs whose sole function is to provide comfort or emotional support do not qualify as service animals under the ADA and will not be accommodated. Subject to prior sale or lease, change in price, or withdrawal from market without notice. Rental availability may change hourly, and there is no guarantee that rental availability listed will be the same when you contact our office. The information contained herein form sources deemed reliable, but no warranty or representation is made to the accuracy thereof.

    Model Rent and Fees

    Price

    • $800
Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

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Property Information

  • 58 Units
  • 2 Stories
  • Built in 1972

Lease Terms

  • 12 mo

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.

Required Fees

One-Time Basics

Due at Application
Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged Per Unit.$50.00
Application FeeiCharged Per Applicant.$50.00

Pet Policy and Fees

Pet Policies are Negotiable

Cats
  • 2 Pet Limit
  • 45 Lb Weight Limit
Dogs
  • 2 Pet Limit
  • 45 Lb Weight Limit

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Features and Amenities

On-Site Services

  • Maintenance On Site
  • Trash Pickup Curbside
  • Online Services

Interior Features

  • Windows
  • Heating
  • Cable Ready
  • Air Conditioning

Kitchen Amenities

  • Oven
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
  • Freezer
  • Kitchen

Living Area Features

  • Walk In Closets
  • Office
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1561 Pike Rd, Birmingham, AL 35218

Getting Around

  • 40 / 100 Fairly walkable

    Some day-to-day needs are within walking distance

  • 30 / 100 Limited public transit

    Transit is available for some trips

  • 40 / 100 Fairly bikeable

    Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreation

  • 100 / 100 Exceptionally car friendly

    Excellent access to freeways and/or major arteries, with almost no chance of parking problems

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Getting to Know the Area

  • 50 / 100 Restaurants

    Some restaurants within a few minutes

  • 20 / 100 Cafes

    Some cafés within walking distance

  • 30 / 100 Nightlife

    Some bars within walking distance

  • 50 / 100 Shopping

    Several shops within walking distance

  • 70 / 100 Parks

    Large amount of park space nearby

  • 30 / 100 Noise Level

    Multiple sources of noise nearby

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Frequently Asked Questions about Fountain Blue

Where is Fountain Blue located?

Fountain Blue is located at 1561 Pike Rd near the Ensley Highlands area of Birmingham, AL

What is the current rent range at Fountain Blue?

1 Bedrooms at Fountain Blue currently start from $800. Call today for more info!

When is the leasing office open?

  • The office Hours for Fountain Blue are
  • Monday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am–5:00 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Are pets allowed?

Call us today to find out our pet policy and if we allow pets

Lifestyle Ratings

  • Affordability Good Value3.6

    The Fountain Blue Apartments are 15.2% cheaper than the average apartment in the Ensley Highlands area, and 50.55% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

    Rent Comparison to the Ensley Highlands Neighborhood

    FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
    2 Bedroom$800$889-$89-10.0%
    1 Bedroom$715$898-$183-20.4%

    Rent Comparison to the city of Birmingham

    FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
    2 Bedroom$800$1,642-$842-51.3%
    1 Bedroom$715$1,425-$710-49.8%

    Methodology: On 07/31/2026, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 114 other apartment communities in the immediate area around Fountain Blue (Ensley Highlands), and 1363 other apartment communities in Birmingham using today’s up-to-date pricing using the sum/count averaging formula. This data will be updated in real-time as prices fluctuate.

    Rent Pricing Data as of 07/31/2026

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Nearby Schools

Minor Elementary School

Birmingham City School District
2425 Ave SEnsley
Public School - Grades PK-5 (441 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.4 miles away
4/10

Bush Hills Academy

Birmingham City School District
900 16th Street West
Public School - Grades 6-8 (370 Students)
In Attendance Zone5 minute drive / 1.8 miles away
2/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Fountain Blue.

Arts Museums and Landmarks

Arlington Antebellum Home

331 Cotton Avenue
6 minute drive / 2.97 miles away

Birmingham Civil Rights Institute

520 Sixteenth Street N
9 minute drive / 4.5 miles away

Birmingham Museum of Art

2000 Eighth Avenue N
10 minute drive / 4.83 miles away

Big Box and Retail

Walgreens

668 Lomb Ave SW
5 minute drive / 2.6 miles away

Goodwill

2350 Green Springs Hwy
8 minute drive / 3.97 miles away

Walmart

312 Palisades Blvd
9 minute drive / 4.53 miles away

Colleges and Universities

Miles College

5500 Myron Massey Blvd
5 minute drive / 1.76 miles away

Birmingham Southern College

900 Arkadelphia Road
4 minute drive / 2.29 miles away

Virginia College, Birmingham - Birmingham Campus

488 Palisades Boulevard
9 minute drive / 4.62 miles away

Groceries

Piggly Wiggly

1697 Tuscaloosa Ave SW
5 minute drive / 1.86 miles away

Aldi

2891 Allison Bonnett Memorial Dr
12 minute drive / 5.62 miles away

Hospitals

Princeton Baptist Medical Center

701 Princeton Avenue Southwest
5 minute drive / 2.53 miles away

The Children's Hospital Of Alabama

1600 Seventh Avenue South
10 minute drive / 4.88 miles away

Callahan Eye Hospital

1720 University Blvd, Suite 500
10 minute drive / 5.05 miles away

Military Bases

Navy/Marine Training Center

4 minute drive / 2.05 miles away

Parks and Recreation

Alabama Adventure

4599 Alabama Adventure Parkway
20 minute drive / 9.79 miles away

Fountain Blue has 1 park within 9.8 miles, including Alabama Adventure.

Restaurants and Dining

Cafe Dupont

113 20th St N
10 minute drive / 4.97 miles away

Jim 'N' Nick's Barbecue

1908 11th Ave S
11 minute drive / 5.33 miles away

Cobb Lane Restaurant

1 Cobb Ln S
11 minute drive / 5.48 miles away

Shopping Centers

Five Points West Shopping Center

2220 Bessemer Rd
2 minute drive / 0.7 miles away

CrossPlex Village

Bessemer Rd & Avenue W
2 minute drive / 0.8 miles away

Midway Plaza

1201 Bessemer Rd
5 minute drive / 1.71 miles away

Fountain Blue has 5 shopping centers within 2.4 miles.

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Birmingham Studio Apartments $1,225$625$2,336
Birmingham 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,425$525$10,000+
Birmingham 2 Bedroom Apartments $1,642$565$8,156
Birmingham 3 Bedroom Apartments $1,830$665$4,560
Birmingham 4 Bedroom Apartments $2,073$785$4,650

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