
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Birmingham, AL from $530 with Swimming Pool (114 Rentals) Page 3 of 3
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in Birmingham.


Homewood Heights

Chestnut Tree

Total Monthly Price
Chapel Creek Apartments

Ridge Crossings

Riverchase Landing Apartments

Retreat at Mountain Brook
Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs
Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

Vestavia Park Apartments, LLC

Berry Falls

Total Monthly Price
The Abbey at Regents Walk

Chateau Orleans Apartments

Hickory Knoll

The Benton

Woodbrook
Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
What are amenity fees and are they optional? This guide breaks down everything you need to know about apartment amenity fees, including when you can opt out and how you might be able to lower your rent.
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 | $1,205 | $606 | $2,402 |
| Birmingham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,408 | $530 | $10,000+ |
| Birmingham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,622 | $565 | $4,524 |
| Birmingham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,842 | $665 | $4,221 |
| Birmingham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,934 | $785 | $3,383 |
Browse Top Apartments in Birmingham
See all Apartments in BirminghamExplore Birmingham
Birmingham, AL Area Reviews
Allen • 2+ years in Birmingham
September 21, 2025Great place for singles or families, with unique southern charm and lots of interesting history and culture.
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 $699.
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 $1,487.
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 3,128 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 $641 which is $846 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Birmingham.
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.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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.

How Commercial-to-Residential Property Conversions Help the Housing Crisis
Written by: Robin Stewart
Many housing markets throughout America share a common complaint: a lack of affordable rental properties.

Exploring Rental Options: Apartments, Townhomes, and Lofts - Oh My!
Written by: Robin Stewart
Where do you see yourself? When you think of home, sweet home, are you in a 3/2 apartment? Dreaming of a tall townhome? Maybe an industrial loft heavy on cool vibes is on your visioning board.

Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags
Written by: Robin Stewart
Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.