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Carlisle Terrace
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$917 - $1,110
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$957 - $1,110
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Carlisle Terrace

1223-1225 29th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Cliff Terrace
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$1,062 - $1,275
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$1,094 - $1,380
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Cliff Terrace

3477 Cliff Ter SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Top of the Cliff
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$868 - $1,111
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Top of the Cliff

3400 Cliff RdBirmingham, AL 35205
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Madrid Apartments
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Madrid Apartments

7745 Madrid AveBirmingham, AL 35206
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Davis
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Davis

1117 23rd St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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The Wright
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The Wright

2148 16th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Sutton House
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Sutton House

1416 14th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Kisor Flats
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Kisor Flats

1426 18th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Aura on 14th
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Aura on 14th

1171 14th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Blue Heights
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Blue Heights

1420 13th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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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 $1,413.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Birmingham is a 1,284 square feet unit starting from $1,292 at Retreat at Mountain Brook.

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

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Birmingham is currently 690 sq ft.

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