Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Birmingham, AL (152 Rentals)

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Rental terms in Birmingham as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.

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Cortland Vesta
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$1,384 - $5,938
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$1,339 - $5,893
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$45

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$1,384 - $5,938
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Cortland Vesta

2173 Highland Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Stone Ridge Apartments
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$1,585 - $1,635
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$1,445 - $1,495
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$140

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$1,585 - $1,635
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Stone Ridge Apartments

500 Palisades DrBirmingham, AL 35209
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University Place
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$1,065 - $1,685
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$1,065 - $1,685

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$1,065 - $1,685
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University Place

951 18th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Flats on 4th
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$1,206 - $1,736Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
7 Months, 13 Months
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Flats on 4th

1508 4th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233
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The 700
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$1,090 - $2,200Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
12 Months
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The 700

700 34th St SBirmingham, AL 35222
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The Waites
$1,400 - $1,875Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
9 Months
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The Waites

707 Richard Arrington Jr Blvd SBirmingham, AL 35233
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Madison Place
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$949 - $1,249Short Term Available
Lease terms options include:
6 Months, 7 Months, 8 Months, 10 Months, 11 Months, 12
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Madison Place

850 Shoal Run TrlBirmingham, AL 35242
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When Life Happens: Your Options for Ending a Rental Lease Early

Unexpected life events can force you to break your lease. Learn how to communicate with your landlord, negotiate a solution, and understand your legal options for early termination.

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Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

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10 Hidden Costs of Renting You Should Budget for Before Signing a Lease

Avoid financial stress when renting. Learn about the 10 most common hidden costs—from pet fees to utilities—you must budget for before you sign a lease.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

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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.

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Great place for singles or families, with unique southern charm and lots of interesting history and culture.

Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Birmingham Apartments

What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Birmingham?

Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Birmingham is at The Park at Buckingham listed at $648.

How much is the average rent for a Short-term Birmingham Apartment?

The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Birmingham is $2,435.

What is the largest Short-term Birmingham Apartment for rent?

Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Birmingham is a 6,500 square feet unit starting from $12,285 at 4644 Old Looney Mill Rd.

What is the average size for Birmingham Short-term Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Short-term rental in Birmingham is currently at 941 sq ft.

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.

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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.

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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.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.