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1521 17th St, Birmingham, AL 35205
(659) 222-4443
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The Hillside Apartments

1521 17th St
Birmingham, AL 35205
(659) 222-4443
The Hillside Apartments in Birmingham, AL - Building Photo
  • 1 Bedroom Bedrooms
  • $775Pricing
  • 440Square Feet

Rent Specials

FIRST MONTH'S RENT FREE~~First month rent is free with a 12-month lease signed. Contact us today for details!

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About The Hillside Apartments

*Fall/Winter Rent Special: First Month's Rent FREE* Welcome to The Hillside Apartments in Birmingham, AL! These cozy 1 & 2-bedroom apartments offer a comfortable living space just minutes from UAB's campus, and the shops & restaurants of downtown. The units feature central heating & air for year-round comfort and a total electric setup for convenience. The kitchens come equipped with appliances for most cooking needs. The bathroom includes a tub/shower combo, and the units boasts a mix of hard surface flooring and carpet for added comfort. Enjoy the convenience of laundry day without the hassle of going outside. Off-street parking is available for residents. Don't miss out on this charming apartment at The Hillside Apartments! 12-month lease term. Tenant is responsible for setting up and maintain electric utility with Alabama Power Company. Water/Sewer is a $50 Flat Fee in addition to rent. 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. No Smoking Allowed. Visit to view our qualification requirements for residency. 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 from sources deemed reliable, but no warranty or representation is made to the accuracy thereof. Watts Realty Co., Inc. Copyright 2025. All rights reserved.

The Hillside Apartments is located in the Five Points South Neighborhood and 35205 Zip code of Birmingham, AL.

Unique Features and Amenities

  • Carpeted Bedrooms
  • Hard Floor Surfaces
  • Kitchen Appliances
  • Laminate Flooring
  • None
  • Off-Street Parking
  • Range Hood Vent
  • Total Electric
  • Tub/Shower Combo
  • Washer Connections

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Property Contact Info

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

The Hillside Apartments offers 1 Bedroom apartments starting from $775 and having 440 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

    • 1 Bedroom

      1 Bed / 1 Bath

      $775

      1 Bed, 1 Bath, 440 sq ft
      Available Now

      Availability Details

      PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDepositView Details
      $775Available Now10440$775
      $775Available Now11440$775
      $775Available Now19440$775

      Model Amenities and Features

      Features

      • Air Conditioning
      • High Speed Internet Access
      • Smoke Free

      Kitchen

      • Dishwasher
      • Range
      • Refrigerator

      Unique Features

      • Carpeted Bedrooms
      • Kitchen Appliances
      • Laminate Flooring
      • None
      • Off-street Parking
      • Range Hood Vent
      • Total Electric
      • Tub/Shower Combo

      Model Rent and Fees

      Model Price

      • $775

      Deposit

      • $775 deposit

      Unit 10 Amenities and Features

      Features

      • Air Conditioning

      Kitchen

      • Dishwasher
      • Range
      • Refrigerator

      Unique Features

      • Carpeted Bedrooms
      • Kitchen Appliances
      • Laminate Flooring
      • None
      • Off-street Parking
      • Range Hood Vent
      • Total Electric
      • Tub/Shower Combo

      Unit 10 Rent and Fees

      Unit Price

      • $775

      Deposit

      • $775 deposit

      Model Rent and Fees

      Price

      • $775

      Unit 11 Amenities and Features

      Features

      • Air Conditioning

      Kitchen

      • Dishwasher
      • Range
      • Refrigerator

      Unique Features

      • Carpeted Bedrooms
      • Kitchen Appliances
      • Laminate Flooring
      • None
      • Off-street Parking
      • Range Hood Vent
      • Total Electric
      • Tub/Shower Combo

      Unit 11 Rent and Fees

      Unit Price

      • $775

      Deposit

      • $775 deposit

      Model Rent and Fees

      Price

      • $775

      Unit 19 Amenities and Features

      Features

      • Air Conditioning

      Kitchen

      • Dishwasher
      • Range
      • Refrigerator

      Unique Features

      • Carpeted Bedrooms
      • Kitchen Appliances
      • Laminate Flooring
      • None
      • Off-street Parking
      • Range Hood Vent
      • Total Electric
      • Tub/Shower Combo

      Unit 19 Rent and Fees

      Unit Price

      • $775

      Deposit

      • $775 deposit

      Model Rent and Fees

      Price

      • $775
    Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. 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

    Lease Terms

    • 12 mo

    Fees and Policies

    The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities. Use the calculator to add these fees to the base rent.

    Required Fees

    One-Time Move-In Fees

    Due at Application
    Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged per applicant$60

    Other Fees

    Storage Fees

    Storage Unit

    Storage DepositiCharged per rentable item$0
    Storage RentiCharged per rentable item$0/mo
    Storage DepositiCharged per rentable item$0
    Storage RentiCharged per rentable item$0/mo
    Storage DepositiCharged per rentable item$0
    Storage RentiCharged per rentable item$0/mo

    Parking Info and Fees

    Surface Lot
    • 1 Max

    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

    Unique Amenities

    • Carpeted Bedrooms
    • Hard Floor Surfaces
    • Kitchen Appliances
    • Laminate Flooring
    • None
    • Off-Street Parking
    • Range Hood Vent
    • Total Electric
    • Tub/Shower Combo
    • Washer Connections

    Interior Features

    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Heating
    • Tub/Shower
    • Washer/Dryer Hookup
    • Air Conditioning
    • Smoke Free

    Kitchen Amenities

    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Dishwasher
    • Microwave
    • Freezer
    • Kitchen

    Living Area Features

    • Linen Closet
    • Office
    • Carpet
    • Den
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    1521 17th St, Birmingham, AL 35205

    Hours and Contact Info

    Call Us - Open Now!
    Currently Closed
    By Appointment
    Monday8:00 am–4:30 pm
    Tuesday8:00 am–4:30 pm
    Wednesday8:00 am–4:30 pm
    Thursday8:00 am–4:30 pm
    Friday8:00 am–4:30 pm
    SaturdayClosed
    SundayClosed

    Frequently Asked Questions about The Hillside Apartments

    Where is The Hillside Apartments located?

    The Hillside Apartments is located at 1521 17th St near the Five Points South area of Birmingham, AL

    What is the current rent range at The Hillside Apartments?

    1 Bedrooms at The Hillside Apartments currently start from $775. Call today for more info!

    When is the leasing office open?

    • The office Hours for The Hillside Apartments are
    • Monday 8:00 am–4:30 pm
    • Tuesday 8:00 am–4:30 pm
    • Wednesday 8:00 am–4:30 pm
    • Thursday 8:00 am–4:30 pm
    • Friday 8:00 am–4:30 pm
    • Saturday Closed
    • Sunday Closed

    Are pets allowed?

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

    Are there any rent specials?

    The current rent special at The Hillside Apartments is: FIRST MONTH'S RENT FREE~~First month rent is free with a 12-month lease signed. Contact us today for details!.

    Lifestyle Ratings

    • Affordability Good Value3.6

      The The Hillside Apartments Apartments are 49.6% cheaper than the average apartment in the Five Points South area, and 45.2% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

      Rent Comparison to the Five Points South Neighborhood

      FloorplanLowest Price HereNeighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
      1 Bedroom$775$1,537-$762-49.6%

      Rent Comparison to the city of Birmingham

      FloorplanLowest Price HereCity Average RentCost Difference%
      1 Bedroom$775$1,414-$639-45.2%

      Methodology: On 12/05/2025, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 220 other apartment communities in the immediate area around The Hillside Apartments (Five Points South), and 611 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 12/05/2025

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    Nearby Schools

    Glen Iris Elementary School

    Birmingham City
    1115 11th Street South
    Public School - Grades PK-5 (731 Students)
    In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.7 miles away
    3/10

    Parker High School

    Birmingham City
    400 Reverend Abraham Woods Junior Boulevard
    Public School - Grades 9-12 (826 Students)
    In Attendance Zone5 minute drive / 2.4 miles away
    2/10
    School data provided by GreatSchools.
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    Points of Interest

    Time and distance from The Hillside Apartments.

    Arts Museums and Landmarks

    Birmingham Civil Rights Institute

    520 Sixteenth Street N
    5 minute drive / 1.95 miles away

    Birmingham Museum of Art

    2000 Eighth Avenue N
    4 minute drive / 2.28 miles away

    Arlington Antebellum Home

    331 Cotton Avenue
    5 minute drive / 2.34 miles away

    Big Box and Retail

    Goodwill

    2350 Green Springs Hwy
    5 minute drive / 1.7 miles away

    Walgreens

    3020 Clairmont Ave S
    5 minute drive / 1.78 miles away

    Walmart

    312 Palisades Blvd
    5 minute drive / 1.97 miles away

    Colleges and Universities

    The University of Alabama at Birmingham - Birmingham Campus

    Administration Bldg Suite 1070
    2 minute drive / 0.92 miles away

    Virginia College, Birmingham - Birmingham Campus

    488 Palisades Boulevard
    5 minute drive / 1.69 miles away

    Samford University

    800 Lakeshore Drive
    5 minute drive / 1.83 miles away

    Groceries

    Piggly Wiggly

    1697 Tuscaloosa Ave SW
    7 minute drive / 3.55 miles away

    Publix

    3141 Overton Rd
    9 minute drive / 4.22 miles away

    Hospitals

    Callahan Eye Hospital

    1720 University Blvd, Suite 500
    2 minute drive / 0.92 miles away

    The Children's Hospital Of Alabama

    1600 Seventh Avenue South
    2 minute drive / 0.96 miles away

    University Of Alabama Hospital

    619 South 19th Street
    3 minute drive / 1.12 miles away

    Military Bases

    Navy/Marine Training Center

    8 minute drive / 3.75 miles away

    Restaurants and Dining

    Cobb Lane Restaurant

    1 Cobb Ln S
    1 minute drive / 0.59 miles away

    Jim 'N' Nick's Barbecue

    1908 11th Ave S
    2 minute drive / 0.72 miles away

    Cafe Dupont

    113 20th St N
    5 minute drive / 1.74 miles away

    Shopping Centers

    Southgate Village

    1944 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd S
    1 minute drive / 0.37 miles away

    Business & Engineering Complex-uab

    1150 10th Ave S
    2 minute drive / 0.69 miles away

    Valley mall

    1722 28th Ave S
    2 minute drive / 0.72 miles away

    The Hillside Apartments has 5 shopping centers within 0.9 miles.

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    Rental Price Ranges in the Area

    BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
    Birmingham Studio Apartments $1,144$625$2,145
    Birmingham 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,414$500$10,000+
    Birmingham 2 Bedroom Apartments $1,706$645$5,893
    Birmingham 3 Bedroom Apartments $1,763$755$3,614
    Birmingham 4 Bedroom Apartments $2,052$1,269$3,928

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