
Gated Apartments for Rent in Birmingham, AL (111 Rentals)


Lakeview Green

Advenir at Station 121

Cortland Vesta

Inverness Cliffs

Tower on Tenth
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The Whitby Birmingham

The Haven at Greenhill

The Station at Crestline Heights

Alight Birmingham

Crowne at Grandview

Colina WeHo

The William

Artisan Flats

The Fitzroy
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The Cottages at Greystone

Axel Row Apartments

Inkwell on Grandview

Steelhaven Birmingham

Denham Lofts

Met on 7th

20 Midtown

Parkside Apartments

Arbors At Cahaba River

Avondale Gardens

Stone Ridge Apartments

Bluffs at Riverview
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Crowne on 10th

Stonegate

Iron City Lofts

Rise Lakeview

Grand Highlands Apartments

MAA Riverchase

MAA Liberty Park

Tapestry Park

Market Lofts on Third
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The Palmer

The Outlook at Greystone Apartment Homes

Century Lakeshore Crossings

Woodmere Creek Apartments

The Avenues of Lakeshore

The Oaks at Lakeshore

The Ridgely

University Place

Park 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 Gated Studio Apartments | $1,264 | $606 | $2,499 |
Birmingham Gated 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,419 | $620 | $4,721 |
Birmingham Gated 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,698 | $595 | $5,893 |
Birmingham Gated 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,918 | $755 | $6,596 |
Birmingham Gated 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,904 | $1,489 | $2,530 |
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Birmingham, AL Local Guide

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Birmingham Overview
Known for its southern hospitality, Birmingham offers the perfect combination of big city amenities and small-town ambiance, without the big city prices. In fact, Forbes and Kiplinger ranked it the fifth most affordable city for renters in the nation. Apartments in Birmingham offer access to restaurants owned by award-winning chefs, theaters, art galleries, museums and a host of social and outdoor activities to choose from. Those are just a few of the reasons it’s called “The Magic City”. While the city population is only 242,820, closer to 800,000 residents make their homes in the surrounding area.
Why live in Birmingham, AL?
Home to the University of Alabama at Birmingham and the Crimson Tide, Birmingham boasts a total of 13 institutions of higher learning. The mild climate makes it easy to balance work and play, and playing isn’t just for children in Birmingham. Adults can join the Birmingham Kickball League and stay younger longer. They can also paddle boat at Oak Mountain, ride the zip line at Red Mountain, and enjoy the Ruffner Mountain Nature Center, one of the biggest urban nature reserves in the United States. Within city limits, Railroad Park provides 19 acres of outdoor play space, complete with duck ponds and a skate park.
Birmingham, ALPopulation: 209,880
Ranked #107
in US Census Population by City
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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 Gated Birmingham Apartments
What is the Cheapest Gated apartment in Birmingham?
Currently the most affordable Gated Apartment in Birmingham is at Alight Birmingham listed at $499.
How much is the average rent for a Gated Birmingham Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in Birmingham is $1,791.
What is the largest Gated Birmingham Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in Birmingham is a 2,748 square feet unit starting from $1,435 at The 600.
What is the average size for Birmingham Gated Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Gated rental in Birmingham is currently at 672 sq ft.
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