
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Bessemer Fairfield Neighborhood of Bessemer, AL from $500 (74 Rentals)
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Villa Glen Apartments

420 19th St S

1830 Exeter Ave

Vines at Westlake

430 Center Street

1007 Manor Dr

Cloverdale Garden Apartments

1917 Holbrook Ave

5905 8th St S
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410 W Lake Dr

726 19th St S

Timberline West Apartment Homes

924 Dartmouth Ct

Vines at Cedar Creek Townhomes

320 16th St S

1311 7th Ave N

1600 Holbrook Ave

2815 Fairfax Ave

1026 40th St Ensley
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Serenity at Fairfield

725 40th Pl

4804 Avenue O

6621 Seminole Dr

Glen Oaks Luxury Apartment Homes

5116 Court J

1509 44th St Ensley

1714 25th Ave

430 60th St Ensley

3118 Avenue Q
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1340 Vinesville Rd

225 Virginia Dr

Brooke Lyn Apartments

Edenberry Apartments

Jana Lee

Autumn Brook Terrace Apartments

Colonial Square

106 Walker Ave

5322 Belrosa Terrace

3332 Walnut Ave SW
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1317 Woodward Rd

328 54th St

1045 57th St

608 5th Ave

Vines at Hillside

511 10th Ave

513 12th St

Woodhaven Apartments

Medford Manor Apartments

1545 29th Street Ensley
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Outer Bessemer Fairfield, Bessemer, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Outer Bessemer Fairfield?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Outer Bessemer Fairfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,338 | $695 | $1,700 |
| Outer Bessemer Fairfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,373 | $620 | $2,410 |
| Outer Bessemer Fairfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,813 | $995 | $2,625 |
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Cheapest Available Outer Bessemer Fairfield Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer Bessemer Fairfield area of Birmingham, AL is a 2 Beds unit found at Edenberry Apartments priced from $550. Vines at Hillside has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable Outer Bessemer Fairfield apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edenberry Apartments | Apt 462 | 2BR,2BA | $550 |
| Vines at Hillside | 2 Bed, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $799 |
| Villa Glen Apartments | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| Glen Oaks Luxury Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $825 |
| 5710 Monte Sano Dr | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| Stonegate Apartment Homes | Andes Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,170 |
| The Station at Lakeshore | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Bessemer Fairfield, AL
As of August 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Outer Bessemer Fairfield area is the $0.58 price per square foot Apt 462 Model at Edenberry Apartments in the in the Outer Bessemer Fairfield neighborhood starting from $550. The second greatest value Outer Bessemer Fairfield apartment is the Alpine Elite Model at Stonegate Apartment Homes starting at $1,280 with a $1.42 price per square foot in the Southwest Birmingham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer Bessemer Fairfield apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edenberry Apartments | Apt 462 | 2BR,2BA | $0.58 |
| Stonegate Apartment Homes | Alpine Elite | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Vines at Hillside | 2 Bed, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Villa Glen Apartments | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 5710 Monte Sano Dr | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| The Station at Lakeshore | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Glen Oaks Luxury Apartment Homes | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer Bessemer Fairfield Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Outer Bessemer Fairfield?
The cheapest apartment in Outer Bessemer Fairfield is Villa Glen Apartments which is listed at $800, while the average apartment in Outer Bessemer Fairfield costs $1,280.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Outer Bessemer Fairfield?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 23 regular apartments in Outer Bessemer Fairfield that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Outer Bessemer Fairfield?
Cheap apartments in Outer Bessemer Fairfield have an average cost of $671 which is $609 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Outer Bessemer Fairfield.
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