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(205) 588-1558
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1501 16th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35205

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Towncrest Apartments

1501 16th Ave S
Birmingham, AL 35205
(205) 588-1558
Towncrest Apartments in Birmingham, AL - Building Photo
  • 1 Bedroom Bedrooms
  • $971-$1,215 Total Monthly Price

    Total Monthly Price

    Base Rent
    $971 - $1,215

    Total Monthly Price
    $971 - $1,215
  • 483 Square Feet

Rent Specials

August Leasing Special!~~Move in by August 31st and your prorated rent is on us. Enjoy the rest of the month rent-free!

About Towncrest Apartments

Welcome to Towncrest Apartments, a well-located community in Birmingham’s popular Southside neighborhood. Originally built in 1970 and updated in the 2010s, Towncrest offers modern apartment living with convenient access to UAB, Five Points South, Downtown Birmingham, and Homewood. Each apartment features stainless steel appliances, vinyl flooring, an in-unit washer and dryer, and a private balcony or patio with plenty of room for outdoor furniture and plants. Located just a short bike ride from UAB Campus and Five Points South, residents enjoy easy access to restaurants, shopping, entertainment, and major employers throughout Birmingham. Discover apartments near UAB in Birmingham, AL that combine updated interiors, outdoor living space, and a convenient Southside location at Towncrest Apartments. New residents must set up their electric accounts with Alabama Power. Book a tour directly through our website at ! Costs: $75 Per Application $400 Security Deposit $200 Administration Fee $20 Initial Water Start-Up Fee $39.50 Monthly Service Fees Monthly Water/Sewer Charges Vary All Pets Are Welcome! $300 Initial Pet Fee $15 Monthly Pet Fee (Per Pet)

Towncrest Apartments is located in the Five Points South Neighborhood and 35205 Zip code of Birmingham, AL. This community is professionally managed by H2 Real Estate

Property Contact Info

Office Hours

MondayBy Appointment
TuesdayBy Appointment
WednesdayBy Appointment
ThursdayBy Appointment
FridayBy Appointment
SaturdayBy Appointment
SundayBy Appointment

Floorplan Pricing and Availability

Towncrest Apartments offers 1 Bedroom apartments starting from $971 and having 483 sq ft. Here is the current pricing and availability:

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    • 1 Bedroom

      1x1 -W/D [Ground Floor, Corner]

      From $971

      1 Bed, 1 Bath, 483 sq ft
      Total Monthly Price

      Total Monthly Price

      Base Rent
      $971 - $1,156

      Total Monthly Price
      $971 - $1,156
      Available Now

      Availability Details

      PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDepositView Details
      $971Available NowG04483$400
      $1,001Available NowG01483$400
      Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.

      Model Amenities and Features

      Features

      • Air Conditioning

      Kitchen

      • Dishwasher
      • Microwave
      • Range
      • Refrigerator

      Unique Features

      • Balconies/Patios
      • No Utilities Are Included In Rent Price
      • Off-Street Parking

      Model Lease Information

      Model Price Range

      • $971 - $1,156Total Monthly Price
        Base Rent: $971 - $1,156
        Required Monthly Fees: None

      Deposit

      • $400 deposit

      Unit G04 Amenities and Features

      Features

      • Air Conditioning

      Kitchen

      • Dishwasher
      • Microwave
      • Range
      • Refrigerator

      Unique Features

      • Balconies/Patios
      • No Utilities Are Included In Rent Price
      • Off-Street Parking

      Unit G04 Lease Information

      Unit Price

      • From $971Total Monthly Price
        Base Rent: $971 - $1,124
        Required Monthly Fees: None
      • View Details and Rent Estimate

      Deposit

      • $400 deposit

      Model Lease Information

      Model Price Range

      • $971 - $1,156Total Monthly Price

      Unit G01 Amenities and Features

      Features

      • Air Conditioning

      Kitchen

      • Dishwasher
      • Microwave
      • Range
      • Refrigerator

      Unique Features

      • Balconies/Patios
      • No Utilities Are Included In Rent Price
      • Off-Street Parking

      Unit G01 Lease Information

      Unit Price

      • From $1,001Total Monthly Price
        Base Rent: $1,001 - $1,156
        Required Monthly Fees: None
      • View Details and Rent Estimate

      Deposit

      • $400 deposit

      Model Lease Information

      Model Price Range

      • $971 - $1,156Total Monthly Price

      1x1-W/D [1st Floor]

      From $1,058

      1 Bed, 1 Bath, 483 sq ft
      Total Monthly Price

      Total Monthly Price

      Base Rent
      $1,058 - $1,215

      Total Monthly Price
      $1,058 - $1,215
      Available Now

      Availability Details

      PriceAvailability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
      $1,058Available Now102483$400
      Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.

      Unit 102 Amenities and Features

      Features

      • Air Conditioning

      Kitchen

      • Dishwasher
      • Microwave
      • Range
      • Refrigerator

      Unique Features

      • Balconies/Patios
      • No Utilities Are Included In Rent Price
      • Off-Street Parking

      Unit 102 Lease Information

      Unit Price

      • From $1,058Total Monthly Price
        Base Rent: $1,058 - $1,215
        Required Monthly Fees: None
      • View Details and Rent Estimate

      Deposit

      • $400 deposit

      Model Lease Information

      Model Price Range

      • $1,058 - $1,215Total Monthly Price
    Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. 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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    Call us at: (205) 588-1558 to request a tour.

    Property Information

    • 14 Units
    • 3 Stories
    • Built in 1970

    Lease Terms

    • 6 - 18 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.

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    Required Fees

    One-Time Basics

    Due at Application
    Application Fee Per ApplicantiCharged Per Unit.$75.00
    Security Deposit - RefundableiCharged Per Unit.$400.00
    Due at Move-In
    Administrative FeeiCharged Per Unit.$200.00

    Utilities

    Utility Service FeeiCharged Per Unit. Payable to Third Party.$7.50/mo
    Trash Admin FeeiCharged Per Unit.$15.00/mo
    Building Protection FeeiCharged per unit.$12.00/mo
    Water Set Up FeeiCharged per unit. Payable to Third Party.$20.00/mo

    Other Fees and Policies

    Pet Fees

    Cat
    Pet FeeiCharged Per Unit.$300.00
    Pet interview, Spayed/Neutered
    Dog
    Pet FeeiCharged Per Pet.$300.00
    Pet interview, Spayed/Neutered

    Parking Info and Fees

    Surface LotiParking Available
    • 18 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

    • Balconies & Patios
    • Balconies/Patios
    • No Utilities Are Included In Rent Price
    • Off-Street Parking

    Interior Features

    • Balcony
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Air Conditioning
    • Smoke Free

    Kitchen Amenities

    • Pantry
    • Dishwasher
    • Stainless Steel Appliances
    • Granite Countertops

    Living Area Features

    • Vinyl Flooring

    Outdoor Features

    • Patio
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    1501 16th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35205

    Getting Around

    • 70 / 100 Moderately walkable

      Most day-to-day needs are within walking distance

    • 30 / 100 Limited public transit

      Transit is available for some trips

    • 50 / 100 Fairly bikeable

      Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreation

    • 70 / 100 Moderately car friendly

      Good access to freeways and/or major arteries, with a low chance of parking problems

    Scores provided by Local Logic details

    Getting to Know the Area

    • 80 / 100 Restaurants

      Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes

    • 70 / 100 Cafes

      Variety of cafés within a few minutes

    • 80 / 100 Nightlife

      Wide variety of bars within a few minutes

    • 70 / 100 Shopping

      Several shops within a few minutes

    • 70 / 100 Parks

      Large amount of park space nearby

    • 80 / 100 Noise Level

      Very few sources of noise nearby

    Scores provided by Local Logic

    Frequently Asked Questions about Towncrest Apartments

    Where is Towncrest Apartments located?

    Towncrest Apartments is located at 1501 16th Ave S near the Five Points South area of Birmingham, AL

    What is the current rent range at Towncrest Apartments?

    1 Bedrooms at Towncrest Apartments currently start from $971. Call today for more info!

    When is the leasing office open?

    • The office Hours for Towncrest Apartments are
    • Monday By Appointment
    • Tuesday By Appointment
    • Wednesday By Appointment
    • Thursday By Appointment
    • Friday By Appointment
    • Saturday By Appointment
    • Sunday By Appointment

    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 Towncrest Apartments is: August Leasing Special!~~Move in by August 31st and your prorated rent is on us. Enjoy the rest of the month rent-free!.

    Lifestyle Ratings

    • Affordability Nice Value3.2

      The Towncrest Apartments Apartments are 37.0% cheaper than the average apartment in the Five Points South area, and 31.0% cheaper than the average apartment city-wide.

      Rent Comparison to the Five Points South Neighborhood

      FloorplanLowest Price Here*Neighborhood Avg RentNbhd Avg RentCost Difference%
      1 Bedroom$971$1,542-$571-37.0%
      Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.

      Rent Comparison to the city of Birmingham

      FloorplanLowest Price Here*City Average RentCost Difference%
      1 Bedroom$971$1,408-$437-31.0%
      Prices shown for this property are the Total Monthly Price including Fees.

      Methodology: On 08/20/2026, ApartmentHomeLiving.com compared current rents by floorplan to 130 other apartment communities in the immediate area around Towncrest Apartments (Five Points South), and 612 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 08/20/2026

      * Price shown is Total Monthly Price including fees
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    Nearby Schools

    Glen Iris Elementary School

    Birmingham City School District
    1115 11th Street South
    Public School - Grades PK-5 (827 Students)
    In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.5 miles away
    3/10

    Parker High School

    Birmingham City School District
    400 Reverend Abraham Woods Junior Boulevard
    Public School - Grades 9-12 (826 Students)
    In Attendance Zone4 minute drive / 2.3 miles away
    2/10
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    Points of Interest

    Time and distance from Towncrest 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

    Towncrest Apartments has 5 shopping centers within 0.9 miles.

    Nearby Neighborhoods

    Five Points South

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    Downtown Birmingham

    Studio to 6 Bedroom Apartments from $625
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    Homewood

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    Rental Price Ranges in the Area

    BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
    Birmingham Studio Apartments $1,262$625$2,336
    Birmingham 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,408$525$10,000+
    Birmingham 2 Bedroom Apartments $1,648$565$5,115
    Birmingham 3 Bedroom Apartments $1,846$665$4,560
    Birmingham 4 Bedroom Apartments $2,032$785$4,650

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