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Birmingham, AL Local Guide

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Birmingham 3 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: January 22, 2026

There are currently 1938 available 3 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Birmingham, AL that range in price from $755 to $5,440. Hoover Vestavia Hills, Lake Purdy and Brownville are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 3 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Birmingham with the most available 3 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Hoover Vestavia Hills177$1,609$1,075
Lake Purdy98$1,677$1,069
Brownville94$1,646$1,100
Homewood77$1,699$1,098
Southwest Birmingham72$1,689$1,100
Powderly60$2,210$1,227
Garden Highlands55$1,768$1,227
Cahaba Heights50$1,641$1,199
Sand Ridge50$2,210$1,100
Industrial Center48$2,210$1,227

Largest Available Birmingham 3 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Birmingham, AL is found at The 600 in the Smithfield neighborhood and is 2,748 square feet priced from $5,440. Kenley Apartments in the Lake Purdy neighborhood has the second largest 3 Bedroom, which is sized at 2,416 square feet and currently listed start at $2,133. Here is today’s list of the largest available 3 Bedroom units in Birmingham:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The 600D3C2,748 Sq Ft$5,440
Kenley ApartmentsArmon G22,416 Sq Ft$2,133
The SheratonPenthouse2,400 Sq Ft$3,175
Acasa Verandas at Rocky Ridge3 Bedroom 2 Bathroom2,100 Sq Ft$1,590
100 Inverness Apartment HomesC31,908 Sq Ft$1,700
Retreat at Mountain BrookThe Augustine1,893 Sq Ft$1,737
Valora at HomewoodLanglee1,850 Sq Ft$1,700
Met on 7thThe Seattle1,781 Sq Ft$2,810
Riverchase Landing Apartments3BR 2BA (1780 SF)1,780 Sq Ft$1,771
20 MidtownBuilding 3: C3-B1,775 Sq Ft$2,789

Cheapest Available Birmingham 3 Bedroom Apartments

As of January 22, 2026 the lowest priced 3 Bedroom apartment unit in Birmingham, AL is the 3BR/1.5 BA Flat (Small) Model starting from $899 at Carson Crest Apartments & Townhomes in the Maple Grove neighborhood. The second most affordable Birmingham 3 Bedroom is the 3/1.00 Model at Pointe Arlington starting at $900 in the West End neighborhood. The average price for all 3 Bedroom apartments in Birmingham is currently $1,784. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 3 Bedroom options in Birmingham:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Carson Crest Apartments & Townhomes3BR/1.5 BA Flat (Small)$899
Pointe Arlington3/1.00$900
Ascot Place ApartmentsThe Carlton Classic$1,000
The Avenues of InvernessLakemont$1,069
Hills at Hoover ApartmentsThe Birchwood$1,075
DMG MountainsideMtn Three Bedroom One Bath$1,098
Center Pointe LandingsC1$1,099
The Willows Apartments3x1.5 1300sf$1,100
Summer RiseC1$1,100
Madison Park Apartments & TownhomesC1 Three Bedroom Townhome$1,130

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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.

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Birmingham, AL Area Reviews

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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 3 Bedroom Birmingham Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Birmingham with 3 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 3 Bedroom in Birmingham is at Carson Crest Apartments & Townhomes listed at $899.

How much is the average rent for a 3 Bedroom Birmingham Apartment?

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Birmingham is $1,784.

What is the largest available 3 Bedroom Birmingham Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Birmingham is a 2,748 square feet unit starting from $5,440 at The 600.

What is the average size for Birmingham 3 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Birmingham is currently 1,984 sq ft.

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