
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Birmingham, AL (581 Rentals)


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Birmingham, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Birmingham?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Birmingham Studio Apartments | $1,267 | $606 | $2,499 |
Birmingham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,415 | $620 | $5,418 |
Birmingham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,704 | $595 | $5,893 |
Birmingham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,919 | $755 | $8,231 |
Birmingham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,740 | $1,525 | $2,529 |
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Birmingham 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood
Availability Confirmed As of: July 29, 2025There are currently 5790 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Birmingham, AL that range in price from $620 to $5,418. 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:
Neighborhood | Available Units | Median Price | Min Price |
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Hoover Vestavia Hills | 252 | $1,243 | $722 |
Downtown Birmingham | 236 | $1,551 | $700 |
Forest Park | 198 | $1,555 | $700 |
Smithfield | 198 | $1,579 | $645 |
Fountain Heights Park | 195 | $1,579 | $700 |
Druid Hills | 187 | $1,600 | $645 |
Five Points South | 179 | $1,579 | $770 |
Fountain Heights | 178 | $1,603 | $645 |
East Birmingham | 166 | $1,607 | $700 |
North Birmingham | 166 | $1,630 | $645 |
Largest Available Birmingham 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Birmingham, AL is found at Park at Hoover in the Hoover Vestavia Hills neighborhood and is 1,313 square feet priced from $1,055. Retreat at Mountain Brook in the Eastwood neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,284 square feet and currently listed start at $1,310. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Birmingham:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Park at Hoover | Gladiola | 1,313 Sq Ft | $1,055 |
Retreat at Mountain Brook | The Kent | 1,284 Sq Ft | $1,310 |
Theatre Lofts | Gallery | 1,205 Sq Ft | $2,999 |
Kenley Apartments | Braden 0 | 1,189 Sq Ft | $1,615 |
Skylar Ridge | 1 Bed | 1.5 Bath - Gardenia | 1,180 Sq Ft | $1,375 |
20 Midtown | Building 2: A2-M1 | 1,158 Sq Ft | $1,923 |
100 Inverness Apartment Homes | A3 | 1,133 Sq Ft | $1,035 |
Inverness Cliffs | Enclave | 1,076 Sq Ft | $1,303 |
Arise Knox Square | 1E-A | 1,076 Sq Ft | $2,199 |
Goodall-Brown Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1,025 Sq Ft | $1,499 |
Cheapest Available Birmingham 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of July 29, 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 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom _ DW Model at The Park at Forestdale starting at $660 in the North Pratt neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Birmingham is currently $1,415. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Birmingham:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Springville Landing Apartments | 1x1 | $620 |
The Park at Forestdale | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom _ DW | $660 |
Duke Complex | 1x1 | $700 |
Ascot Place Apartments | The Chateau | $720 |
The Pearl at Homewood | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | $722 |
Southridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | $740 |
University Crossings | Model A | $740 |
Center Pointe Landings | A1 | $750 |
The Willows Apartments | 1x1 650sf | $775 |
Cliff Highlands | 1x1 [Patio] | $782 |
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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, ALPopulation: 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.
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 $1,415.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Birmingham Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Birmingham is a 1,313 square feet unit starting from $1,055 at Park at Hoover.
What is the average size for Birmingham 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Birmingham is currently 1,127 sq ft.
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