
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Birmingham, AL from $300 with Utilities Included (104 Rentals)
Apartments with Utilities Included.
Cheap Apartments in Birmingham.


University Ridge Apartments

The Park at Buckingham

Candy Mountain Apartments

Madison Park Apartments & Townhomes

Serenity Apartments at Valley Creek

Magnolia Court

University Crossings

Adona Apartments
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The Sheraton

The Hillside Apartments

The Dulion

Valley Station Apartment Homes

The LaSalle

Park Place

The Haven at Greenhill
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Crestwood Green Apartments

513 at Valley

Wood Springs

Carson Crest Apartments

Park On Valley

Highland Park Townhome Apartments

Brook Highland Place

Bankhead Towers

Wildwood Apartments

University Place
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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 | $1,271 | $606 | $2,499 |
Birmingham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,421 | $620 | $4,652 |
Birmingham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,698 | $595 | $5,893 |
Birmingham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,910 | $755 | $6,596 |
Birmingham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,904 | $1,489 | $2,530 |
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Getting Around Birmingham, AL
Walk Score®
49 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
36 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
16 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $720.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Birmingham?
The cheapest apartment in Birmingham is Springville Landing Apartments which is listed at $620, while the average apartment in Birmingham costs $1,879.
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 931 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 $233 which is $1,646 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Birmingham.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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.

The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.

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Written by: Cheryl Bowman
A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
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