3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Birmingham, AL Under $1,200 (36 Rentals)

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Sharing a lease? Learn how to set clear expectations with your roommates on routines, bills, and cleaning to ensure a successful and peaceful shared living arrangement.

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7721 1st Ave S
3 Bedroom Apartments

7721 1st Ave S

7721 1st Ave SBirmingham, AL 35206
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Deer Park
3 Bedroom Apartments

Deer Park

304 16th Plz SWBirmingham, AL 35211

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

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Crestwood Hills
3 Bedroom Apartments

Crestwood Hills

1274 B 49th Pl SBirmingham, AL 35222
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Ion at the Ballpark
3 Bedroom Apartments

Ion at the Ballpark

200 16th St SBirmingham, AL 35233
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Lakestone
3 Bedroom Apartments

Lakestone

1 Meadow DrBirmingham, AL 35242
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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Demystify Your Rental Lease. Learn the basics about renting, deposits, and tenant/landlord responsibilities. Rent smart and avoid surprises. | Renter University at ApartmentHomeLiving.com

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Vestavia Place
3 Bedroom Apartments

Vestavia Place

2501 Mountain Lodge CirVestavia Hills, AL 35216
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Lorna Place
3 Bedroom Apartments

Lorna Place

3400 Treeline CtHoover, AL 35216

Birmingham Neighborhood Breakdown: Where to Find the Cheapest Rent Without Sacrificing Livability

A Local Experts Guide to The Best Affordable Neighborhoods in the Birmingham, AL area for affordable living. Find your perfect Birmingham apartment, condo, or rental home today at ApartmentHomeliving.com

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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 Springville Landing Apartments listed at $665.

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

The average rent for a 3 Bedroom Apartment in Birmingham is $1,817.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Birmingham is a 2,400 square feet unit starting from $3,175 at The Sheraton.

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

The average size for a 3 Bedroom rental in Birmingham is currently 1,295 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Birmingham Neighborhood Breakdown: Where to Find the Cheapest Rent Without Sacrificing Livability

Written by: Larry Allen

Hi. Larry Allen here, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Birmingham, AL.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.