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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Birmingham?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham Studio Apartments | $1,195 | $625 | $2,336 |
| Birmingham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,418 | $530 | $10,000+ |
| Birmingham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,672 | $565 | $8,437 |
| Birmingham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,844 | $665 | $5,201 |
| Birmingham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,663 | $785 | $3,824 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Birmingham Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Birmingham?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Birmingham is under $700.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Birmingham?
The cheapest apartment in Birmingham is Springville Landing Apartments which is listed at $530, while the average apartment in Birmingham costs $2,058.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Birmingham?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 4,042 regular apartments in Birmingham that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Birmingham?
Cheap apartments in Birmingham have an average cost of $569 which is $1,489 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Birmingham.
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Birmingham Neighborhood Breakdown: Where to Find the Cheapest Rent Without Sacrificing Livability
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I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.
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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.