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The Trails at Cahaba River
801 Cahaba Forest Cv
Birmingham, AL 35242
Birmingham, AL 35242
- 1–3 Bedrooms
- 803–1,306 Square Feet
About The Trails at Cahaba River
Situated in Southeast Birmingham and neighboring the Little Cahaba River, The Trails at Cahaba River is an idyllic apartment community surrounded by lush trees and greenery. Located within the Jefferson County School District and conveniently located off Highway 280, The Trails at Cahaba River is just a 10-mile drive from downtown Birmingham and near Grandview Medical Center, Summit Shopping Center, and The Galleria. Escape to home at The Trails at Cahaba River.
The Trails at Cahaba River is located in the 35242 Zip code of Birmingham, AL.
Unique Features and Amenities
- Access To Little Cahaba River
- Breakfast Bar
- Built-in bookshelves in select units
- Built-In Cabinets/Storage
- Central Heat and Air Conditioning
- Common Area Wi-Fi Access
- Dog Waste Stations
- Energy-Efficient Appliances
- Extra Storage Available
- Firepit Area
- Flexible Rent Payments
- Granite Bathroom Vanities
- Grilling/Picnic Areas
- High-Speed Internet Available
- Kayak Storage
- Overhead Lighting
- Patio/Balcony
- Patio/Balcony Storage
- Pet Friendly
- Pool House
- Premium Fixtures and Finishes
- Private Trail on Little Cahaba River
- Separate Dining Room Area
- Tile Backsplash
- USB Charging Ports
- Valet Trash Service
- Washer/Dryer Connections
Property Contact Info
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Office Hours
| Monday | 9:00 am–5:30 pm |
| Tuesday | 9:00 am–5:30 pm |
| Wednesday | 9:00 am–5:30 pm |
| Thursday | 9:00 am–5:30 pm |
| Friday | 9:00 am–5:30 pm |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
Floorplan Pricing and Availability
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One Bedroom
1 Bed, 1 Bath, 803 sq ftAvailable SoonModel Gallery
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Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Available Soon 01-0222 803 Available Soon 01-0541 803 Available Soon 01-0732 803 Apartment Model: One Bedroom1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 803 sq ftAvailable Soon![]()
One Bedroom - Floorplan Apartment Unit: 01-0222Apartment Model: One Bedroom1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 803 sq ftAvailable SoonApartment Unit: 01-0541Apartment Model: One Bedroom1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 803 sq ftAvailable SoonApartment Unit: 01-0732Apartment Model: One Bedroom1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 803 sq ftAvailable Soon2 Bedrooms
Two Bedroom A
2 Beds, 1 Bath, 900 sq ftAvailable NowModel Gallery
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Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Available Now 01-0213 900 Available Now 01-0412 900 Available Now 01-0713 900 Apartment Model: Two Bedroom A2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 900 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
Two Bedroom A - Floorplan Apartment Unit: 01-0213Apartment Model: Two Bedroom A2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 900 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: 01-0412Apartment Model: Two Bedroom A2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 900 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: 01-0713Apartment Model: Two Bedroom A2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, 900 sq ftAvailable NowTwo Bedroom B
2 Beds, 2 Baths, 1050 sq ftAvailable NowModel Gallery
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Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Available Now 01-1921 1050 Available Now 01-0624 1050 August 10, 2026 01-0124 1050 Apartment Model: Two Bedroom B2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1050 sq ftAvailable Now![]()
Two Bedroom B - Floorplan Apartment Unit: 01-1921Apartment Model: Two Bedroom B2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1050 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: 01-0624Apartment Model: Two Bedroom B2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1050 sq ftAvailable NowApartment Unit: 01-0124Apartment Model: Two Bedroom B2 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1050 sq ftAvailable August 10, 20263 Bedrooms
Show Unavailable FloorplansThree Bedroom A
3 Beds, 2 Baths, 1306 sq ftAvailable Sep 3Model Gallery
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Availability Date Unit Sq Ft Deposit September 3, 2026 01-0336 1306 $300 Unit 01-0336 Amenities and Features
Features
- Air Conditioning
- Cable Ready
- Fireplace
- Heating
- Tub/Shower
- Washer/Dryer Hookup
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Kitchen
- Range
Living Space
- Carpet
- Dining Room
- Walk-In Closets
- Window Coverings
Apartment Model: Three Bedroom A3 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1306 sq ftAvailable September 3, 2026![]()
Three Bedroom A - Floorplan Apartment Unit: 01-0336Apartment Model: Three Bedroom A3 Bedroom, 2 Bath, 1306 sq ftAvailable September 3, 2026Three Bedroom B
3 Beds, 2 BathsModel Gallery
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Availability Date Unit Unavailable Three Bedroom B Apartment Model: Three Bedroom B3 Bedroom, 2 BathUnavailable![]()
Three Bedroom B - Floorplan
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.
Property Information
- 400 Units
- 2 Stories
- Built in 1985
Lease Terms
- 3 - 13 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.
Required Fees
One-Time Basics
- Due at Application
- Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged per applicant.$50.00
- Due at Move-In
- Administrative FeeiCharged per unit.$100.00
- OtheriCharged per unit.$300.00
Other Fees and Policies
Pet Fees
Pet Policies are Negotiable
- Cat
- Cat FeeiCharged per Pet.$350.00
- Cat RentiCharged Per Pet.$25.00/mo
- Dog
- Dog FeeiCharged per Pet.$350.00
- Dog RentiCharged Per Pet.$25.00/mo
Restrictions:
None
100 lbs. Weight Limit
Restrictions:
Maximum of 2 pets per apartment. Dogs must be 6 months of age or older.
Comments:
One Time Fee For Second Dog: $200. Fees are per pet.
Parking Info and Fees
- Surface Lot
- 1 Max
Storage
- Storage Unit
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
Living Area Features
- Walk In Closets
Map
801 Cahaba Forest Cv, Birmingham, AL 35242
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Getting Around
50 / 100 Fairly walkable
30 / 100 Limited public transit
30 / 100 Somewhat Bikeable
100 / 100 Exceptionally car friendly
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50 / 100 Restaurants
30 / 100 Cafes
30 / 100 Nightlife
40 / 100 Shopping
0 / 100 Parks
90 / 100 Noise Level
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Renters Reviews and Ratings
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Best Apartments Ever!
March 26, 2025 - Review from Apartments.com
Very nice front office staff and maintenance fixes things right away. Any issues that I've had that may have taken longer than normal, they communicated it well and I felt very informed. Overall, 10/10 living experience so far!
Property Manager Responded
April 4, 2025
Thank you so much for the recommendation! We are thrilled to hear that you have had a positive experience with our team and enjoy living with us at The Trails at Cahaba River. Please don't hesitate to reach out in the future if you ever need anything, we are always here to help! We look forward to continue welcoming you home here!
Unprofessional front office
August 18, 2022 - Review from Apartments.com
I moved to Birmingham to start a new job.
I stopped by this apartment complex on 8/18/2022.
I wanted to walk around a bit just to get a good look at the grounds.
A woman came out of the office and asked me in a very rude way "What I was doing around there". She then proceeded to accuse me of visiting before and doing something unsavory during that visit.
She was very unprofessional and rude.
Property Manager Responded
August 22, 2022
Thank you for leaving us your feedback. We are sorry to see that you have had a negative experience with us at Trails at Cahaba River. We would appreciate the opportunity to speak with you directly to better understand what went wrong and how we can improve in the future. Please call or text us at (205) 403-5222.
Great place
August 27, 2020 - Review from Apartments.com
Great place to live and awesome customer service. I love it here
Roaches, dog poop
June 27, 2020 - Review from Apartments.com
I should have known better on move-in day (Sept 2019) when we found a live roach in the kitchen sink. I had roaches in my apartment for months, until it was finally cold outside, and they came back when it warmed up. I had to stomp on the floors before entering the kitchen, wear shoes constantly, and check under the toilet seat every time I needed to go. There is dog poop all over the ground, and I’ve never seen another resident clean up after their dog. There was actually a resident’s porch that ...
was covered in dog poop from the time I moved in until I called the Health Department in February 2020. I figured it would be addressed when I moved in and saw it, but when it wasn’t six months later, I got sick of seeing it. Also, if you do move here or already live here, do NOT forget anything when you move out because they do not care what it is, they will just throw it away. I had to move out by myself, and I was so exhausted by the end of the last day that I forgot all of my coats in the coat closet. A lifetime of high quality coats, one of which my late grandfather had custom made that’s irreplaceable. I have worked in hotels/hospitality for over five years, and I always contact people when they leave things behind; I have never heard of such a thing as not taking 30 seconds to call and say hey you left ALL of your jackets here. No, they just said they put them in the trash compactor and they were gone. Couldnt even donate them to someone in need... I am so glad to be out of there.
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Great place to live!
February 21, 2020 - Review from Apartments.com
Very nice and helpful staff. They will do anything to help. Only people putting bad reviews are the ones who don't like to follow rules.
Pay for background check criminals living here
December 19, 2019 - Review from Apartments.com
This place is full of criminals. My car was stolen while parked at my apartment and had a drug dealer across from me. When police arrived they ran plates from a couple suspects that had felonies on their record and known thieves. This was relayed to the property manager Ariel and they asked if we wanted another apartment but never did anything about anything. That's ok I've got a lawyer and they will be surprised.
Unprofessional & Despicable
May 14, 2019 - Review from Apartments.com
DO NOT GO THERE!!!!! The last few weeks of my life has been discombobulated because of this place. The apartments they show are renovated with high ceilings. The day of move in wasnt the initial apartment we were showed and they changed the apartment number in the resident portal. This apartment was filthy and had roaches. The property staff is unprofessional. STAY AWAY FROM THIS PLACE....i could tell yall more but I rather not....
Potential Resident.... Not any more
February 13, 2018 - Review from Apartments.com
The landscape and lay out is awesome. Upon entering into a vacant apartment we take a look on the inside. I look inside the kitchen inside the cupboards/cabinets low and behold dead roaches. Total turn off. Then we read reviews about roach issues. No thanks! 1 star rating is for the landscape. We took a tour right before the end of 2017.
Property Manager Responded
February 16, 2018
We're sorry to hear you decided not to make The Trails at Cahaba River your home. If you reconsider, please reach out to us!
DO NOT RENT HERE!!!!!!!
January 3, 2018 - Review from Apartments.com
IF I COULD GIVE ZERO STARS I WOULD!
DON'T SIGN A LEASE HERE. THE MANAGER IS VERY RUDE AND A BIG LAIR ONCE I SAID IM WRITING A REVIEW SHE SAID IT WAS AGAINST THE LAW!!!! I WAS PROMISED THINGS WOULD BE DONE WITHIN 1 WEEK ITS BEEN GOING ON 3 MONTHS AND STILL NOTHING! SHE HAS VERY POOR Customer service skills the only thing good about this property is the assistant manager be prepared for bugs Lazy maintenance man who do nothing but ride around All day on golf carts I had numerous issues since ...
signing the lease Do not let the office fool you the apartments look nothing like it my floor has caved in cabinets have fallen apart bugs are horrible and the outside appearance is a hot mess dog poop everywhere not to mention the parking I was late to work because there is not enough parking so people just park wherever even behind you the property manager lies so much it’s hard to believe what is true and what is a lie do not waste your time on this dump the rent is way too high and the renovation that looks like a child done them so please please please please please don’t move here
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Property Manager Responded
January 5, 2018
Hi, Thanks for getting in touch with us. I apologize that we disappointed you. Customer service is our most important job, and rest assured, your issues will be discussed with our team. Please contact us at (205) 289-5109 or riversideparc@merionresidential.com so we can listen further and help make things right. We look forward to hearing from you soon.
Poor customer service
December 11, 2017 - Review from Apartments.com
The assistant manager is one of the nastiest women I've ever met. Working in a professional setting and being the age that she is, I was very surprised with the poor service. She honestly needs to be fired. Any "manager" that can see someone waiting for her services through the glass walls of her office and leave the building without acknowledging the person who was sitting waiting for thirty minutes should not have their position. She literally laughed and giggled all while I was waiting just to ...
walk or without speaking or acknowledging me. Very poor service from the management to the staff.
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Property Manager Responded
December 13, 2017
Hi, We are sorry that you had a disappointing experience with staff members. Our team is founded on principles of patience, listening, service, and customer satisfaction—anything less is unacceptable to us, and will be addressed immediately. Please contact us at (205) 289-5109 at your convenience at so we can help make things right.
AVOID MOVING HERE AT THIS TIME
September 13, 2017 - Review from Apartments.com
I am currently experiencing alot of unresolved issues from leaks, mold, unprofessionalism from staff, not able to reach the staff during working hours,I really want my maintenance work orders fixed and not to be belittled by the staff. Currently Bethany is Property Manager. At this time I would not recommend anyone to move here especially with kids. I would advise anyone seeking a apartment wanting their money worth to avoid the renovated units at this time.
Property Manager Responded
September 15, 2017
Hi, We are sorry of we have not met your expectations. We want everyone to be happy in their home. Please contact us so we can discuss how we can improve your situation.Thank you.
Find somewhere else to live
May 16, 2017 - Review from Apartments.com
These people are the absolute worst management team ever.
Nearby Schools
Shades Valley High School
Jefferson County School District
6100 Old Leeds Rd
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1200 Students)
Located Nearby16 minute drive / 7.8 miles away
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Irondale Community School
Jefferson County School District
225 16th Street South
Public School - Grades PK-5 (435 Students)
Located Nearby15 minute drive / 7.0 miles away
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Gresham Elementary School
Jefferson County School District
2650 Gresham Drive
Public School - Grades PK-5 (370 Students)
Located Nearby6 minute drive / 3.1 miles away
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Points of Interest
Time and distance from The Trails at Cahaba River.
Arts Museums and Landmarks
Big Box and Retail
Golfsmith
4604 Highway 280
1 minute drive / 0.08 miles away
Target
4616 Hwy 280 S
1 minute drive / 0.35 miles away
Publix
Healthy Way
4 minute drive / 1.42 miles away
Colleges and Universities
Virginia College, Birmingham - Birmingham Campus
488 Palisades Boulevard
14 minute drive / 6.83 miles away
The University of Alabama at Birmingham - Birmingham Campus
Administration Bldg Suite 1070
16 minute drive / 7.48 miles away
Groceries
Publix
Healthy Way
4 minute drive / 1.42 miles away
Hospitals
Grandview Medical Center
3690 Grandview Parkway
2 minute drive / 0.68 miles away
Brookwood Baptist Medical Center
2010 Brookwood Medical Center Drive
9 minute drive / 4.47 miles away
St. Vincent's Birmingham
810 St Vincent's Drive
15 minute drive / 7.05 miles away
Military Bases
Navy/Marine Training Center
22 minute drive / 10.33 miles away
Restaurants and Dining
Shopping Centers
The Trails at Cahaba River has 5 shopping centers within 0.3 miles.
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Rental Price Ranges in the Area
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham Studio Apartments | $1,260 | $625 | $2,336 |
| Birmingham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,428 | $525 | $10,000+ |
| Birmingham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,655 | $565 | $8,156 |
| Birmingham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,847 | $665 | $4,560 |
| Birmingham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,073 | $785 | $4,650 |
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