
3 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Birmingham, AL Under $1,200 (35 Rentals)


The Avenues of Inverness

Beacon Pointe Apartments

Wood Springs

Clay Landings Apartments

Aurea

The Pointe

Lakestone
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Pointe Arlington

Country Park

Candy Mountain Apartments

Springville Landing Apartments

The Park at Wellington

Town Square Village Apartments

Deer Park

Tammera Place Apartments
Birmingham Neighborhood Breakdown: Where to Find the Cheapest Rent Without Sacrificing Livability
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Crestwood Hills

Chalkville Landing

Royal Orleans Apartments

Ion at the Ballpark

The Branch at Carson Springs

Grayson Trace Apartments

Summer Rise

Forest Hills Village
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Cadence at Bluff Park

Hills at Hoover Apartments

The Willows Apartments

Villa Glen Apartments

Vines at Westlake

Vestavia Place

Pine Crest Apartments

Brooke Lyn Apartments
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Magnolia Manor Apartments

Latitude at Riverchase

Lorna Place
Birmingham, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Birmingham?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham Studio Apartments | $1,184 | $625 | $2,208 |
| Birmingham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,416 | $530 | $10,000+ |
| Birmingham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,673 | $565 | $8,118 |
| Birmingham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,851 | $665 | $5,196 |
| Birmingham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,756 | $799 | $3,287 |
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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 $1,851.
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 1,615 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
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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.

Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.