1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Birmingham, AL (661 Rentals)

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Birmingham, AL Local Guide

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Birmingham 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: November 13, 2025

There are currently 6872 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Birmingham, AL that range in price from $620 to $14,545. Hoover Vestavia Hills, Downtown Birmingham and Forest Park are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Birmingham with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Hoover Vestavia Hills355$1,165$675
Downtown Birmingham261$1,612$650
Forest Park223$1,627$650
Fountain Heights Park218$1,630$700
Druid Hills214$1,635$700
Fountain Heights200$1,650$700
Altamont Park194$1,600$650
Lake Purdy191$1,367$809
North Birmingham190$1,651$700
Smithfield188$1,459$625

Largest Available Birmingham 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Birmingham, AL is found at Kenley Apartments in the Lake Purdy neighborhood and is 1,351 square feet priced from $1,417. Park at Hoover in the Hoover Vestavia Hills neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,313 square feet and currently listed start at $1,055. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Birmingham:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Kenley ApartmentsCelia G21,351 Sq Ft$1,417
Park at HooverGladiola1,313 Sq Ft$1,055
Theatre LoftsGallery1,205 Sq Ft$2,999
Hawthorne at WisteriaThe Bradford1,174 Sq Ft$1,292
100 Inverness Apartment HomesA31,133 Sq Ft$1,100
20 MidtownBuilding 3: A3-V1,133 Sq Ft$1,853
Arise Knox Square1E-A1,076 Sq Ft$2,199
Inverness CliffsEnclave1,076 Sq Ft$1,171
Riverchase Landing1BR 1.5BA (1070 SF)1,070 Sq Ft$1,274

Cheapest Available Birmingham 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of November 13, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Birmingham, AL is the 1x1 Model starting from $620 at Springville Landing Apartments in the Maple Grove neighborhood. The second most affordable Birmingham 1 Bedroom is the 1 Bed, 1 bath Model at Serenity Apartments at Valley Creek starting at $675 in the West End neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Birmingham is currently $1,391. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Birmingham:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Springville Landing Apartments1x1$620
Serenity Apartments at Valley Creek1 Bed, 1 bath$675
Fountain Blue Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath$675
Candy Mountain Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath$695
The Glenwood at Pinson1BR 1BA$700
Pointe Arlington1/1.00$700
Ascot Place ApartmentsThe Chateau Classic$720
Park at Carson1x1 The Hudson 750sf$725
Southridge Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath$740
Madison Park Apartments & TownhomesA2 One Bedroom$740

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Birmingham Overview

Known for its southern hospitality, Birmingham offers the perfect combination of big city amenities and small-town ambiance, without the big city prices. In fact, Forbes and Kiplinger ranked it the fifth most affordable city for renters in the nation. Apartments in Birmingham offer access to restaurants owned by award-winning chefs, theaters, art galleries, museums and a host of social and outdoor activities to choose from. Those are just a few of the reasons it’s called “The Magic City”. While the city population is only 242,820, closer to 800,000 residents make their homes in the surrounding area.

Why live in Birmingham, AL?

Home to the University of Alabama at Birmingham and the Crimson Tide, Birmingham boasts a total of 13 institutions of higher learning. The mild climate makes it easy to balance work and play, and playing isn’t just for children in Birmingham. Adults can join the Birmingham Kickball League and stay younger longer. They can also paddle boat at Oak Mountain, ride the zip line at Red Mountain, and enjoy the Ruffner Mountain Nature Center, one of the biggest urban nature reserves in the United States. Within city limits, Railroad Park provides 19 acres of outdoor play space, complete with duck ponds and a skate park.

Birmingham, AL
Population: 209,880

Ranked #107

in US Census Population by City

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Getting Around Birmingham, AL

Walk Score®

49 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

36 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

16 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Birmingham, AL Area Reviews

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Allen • 2+ years in Birmingham

September 21, 2025

Great place for singles or families, with unique southern charm and lots of interesting history and culture.

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Birmingham Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Birmingham with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Birmingham is at Springville Landing Apartments listed at $620.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Birmingham Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Birmingham is $1,391.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Birmingham Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Birmingham is a 1,351 square feet unit starting from $1,417 at Kenley Apartments.

What is the average size for Birmingham 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Birmingham is currently 738 sq ft.

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