1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Birmingham, AL Under $1,200 (263 Rentals) Page 2 of 6

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Mesa Verde
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$919 - $1,125
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Mesa Verde

731 16th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Donegal Place
$823 - $1,012
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$865 - $1,250
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Donegal Place

2964 Rhodes Cir SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Birmingham Neighborhood Breakdown: Where to Find the Cheapest Rent Without Sacrificing Livability

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Summit on 34th
$953 - $1,140
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$985 - $1,140
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Summit on 34th

1325 34th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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The Fairways
$1,052 - $1,242
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$1,084 - $1,242
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The Fairways

1237-1245 38th St SBirmingham, AL 35222
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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 $530.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Birmingham is $1,428.

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 $1,383 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 862 sq ft.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.