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Birmingham, AL Local Guide

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Birmingham 2 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: November 13, 2025

There are currently 9484 available 2 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Birmingham, AL that range in price from $650 to $5,893. Hoover Vestavia Hills, Lake Purdy and Brownville are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 2 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Birmingham with the most available 2 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Hoover Vestavia Hills627$1,250$750
Lake Purdy326$1,587$924
Brownville304$1,617$750
Downtown Birmingham286$2,085$695
Homewood274$1,654$875
Southwest Birmingham265$1,720$750
Fountain Heights Park256$2,145$800
Forest Park253$2,118$750
Smithfield241$1,942$750
Druid Hills239$2,225$695

Largest Available Birmingham 2 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Birmingham, AL is found at Riverchase Landing in the Hoover Vestavia Hills neighborhood and is 1,900 square feet priced from $1,425. Retreat at Mountain Brook in the Eastwood neighborhood has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,893 square feet and currently listed start at $1,563. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Birmingham:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Riverchase Landing2BR 2.5BA (1900 SF)1,900 Sq Ft$1,425
Retreat at Mountain BrookThe Marlowe1,893 Sq Ft$1,563
The 600D2D1,828 Sq Ft$3,575
Ideal Building2 Bedroom1,780 Sq Ft$2,695
Livano Liberty ParkCamellia1,541 Sq Ft$2,850
Park at HooverPeony-RENO1,520 Sq Ft$1,225
Inkwell on GrandviewB81,514 Sq Ft$2,319
Inverness CliffsPeak Townhouse1,495 Sq Ft$1,620
Met on 7thThe Portland1,488 Sq Ft$2,268

Cheapest Available Birmingham 2 Bedroom Apartments

As of November 13, 2025 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Birmingham, AL is the 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model starting from $625 at The Pines Apartments in the Sandusky neighborhood. The second most affordable Birmingham 2 Bedroom is the 2x1 Model at Springville Landing Apartments starting at $660 in the Maple Grove neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Birmingham is currently $1,639. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Birmingham:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
The Pines Apartments2 Beds, 1 Baths$625
Springville Landing Apartments2x1$660
Club View Apartments2 Bed / 1 Bath$700
Spring Lake Cove Apartments2BDR -1BTH Classic$705
Candy Mountain Apartments2 Beds, 1.5 baths$735
Hoover VillageSummit$740
Serenity Apartments at Valley Creek2 Beds, 1 bath$750
Fountain Blue Apartments2 Bed / 1.5 Bath$750
Ascot Place ApartmentsThe Marquee Classic$765
Center Pointe LandingsB1$777

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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 2 Bedroom Birmingham Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Birmingham with 2 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Birmingham is at The Pines Apartments listed at $625.

How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Birmingham Apartment?

The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Birmingham is $1,639.

What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Birmingham Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Birmingham is a 1,900 square feet unit starting from $1,425 at Riverchase Landing.

What is the average size for Birmingham 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Birmingham is currently 975 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

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