Studio Apartments for Rent in Birmingham, AL (152 Rentals)

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Inkwell on Grandview
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$1,554 - $1,577
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$1,577 - $2,947

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$1,577 - $2,947
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Inkwell on Grandview

3560 Grandview PkyBirmingham, AL 35243
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Lakeview Green
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$1,229 - $1,300
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$1,304 - $2,392

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$1,304 - $2,392
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Lakeview Green

2901 4th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233
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University Place
$1,065
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$899 - $2,315

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$899 - $2,315
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University Place

951 18th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Magnolia Court
$726 - $901
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$758 - $944

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$758 - $944
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Magnolia Court

1147 14th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Birmingham Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: June 25, 2026

There are currently 1038 available Studio apartment units from neighborhoods all over Birmingham, AL that range in price from $579 to $2,336. Downtown Birmingham, Fountain Heights Park and Southside Birmingham are the neighborhoods that currently have the most Studio availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Birmingham with the most available Studio apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Downtown Birmingham61$1,150$579
Fountain Heights Park58$1,125$795
Southside Birmingham58$1,099$795
Forest Park57$1,125$795
Druid Hills50$1,249$795
Smithfield49$1,198$579
Fountain Heights47$1,249$800
North Birmingham47$1,249$800
Altamont Park44$1,099$795
Enon Ridge43$1,266$800

Largest Available Birmingham Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in Birmingham, AL is found at 20 Midtown in the Smithfield neighborhood and is 811 square feet priced from $1,686. Parc at Grandview in the Lake Purdy neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 672 square feet and currently listed start at $1,125. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Birmingham:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
20 MidtownBuilding 3: S3-L | Studio XL811 Sq Ft$1,686
Parc at GrandviewA1 (Sienna - studio)672 Sq Ft$1,125
Tributary RiseS1-1667 Sq Ft$1,450
513 at ValleyStudio625 Sq Ft$949
Inkwell on GrandviewStudio604 Sq Ft$1,577
The FitzroyThe Alabama603 Sq Ft$1,548
Oakmont ApartmentsStudio Apartment600 Sq Ft$853
Park on ValleyStudio Classic (pvs)600 Sq Ft$740
The EllisonSussex587 Sq Ft$1,064
The Avenues of LakeshoreThe Brookwood583 Sq Ft$854

Cheapest Available Birmingham Studio Apartments

As of June 25, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Birmingham, AL is the Studio Model starting from $625 at University Ridge Apartments in the Smithfield neighborhood. The second most affordable Birmingham Studio is the A1 Studio Model at Madison Park Apartments & Townhomes starting at $700 in the Apple Valley neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Birmingham is currently $1,229. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Birmingham:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
University Ridge ApartmentsStudio$625
Madison Park Apartments & TownhomesA1 Studio$700
Montrose and MontclairStudio Apartment - Montrose$736
Park on ValleyStudio Classic (pvs)$740
The Delacroix0 Beds, 1 Baths$750
Magnolia CourtStudio Apartment$758
Highland CourtStudio Apartment$767
The CordelleStudio Apartment, Top Level, Corner$772
The SheratonLarge Studio$795
The Haven at GreenhillThe Retreat$825

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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 Studio Birmingham Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Birmingham with Studio?

Currently the most affordable Studio in Birmingham is at University Ridge Apartments listed at $625.

How much is the average rent for a Studio Birmingham Apartment?

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Birmingham is $1,229.

What is the largest available Studio Birmingham Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Birmingham is a 811 square feet unit starting from $1,686 at 20 Midtown.

What is the average size for Birmingham Studio Apartments for rent?

The average size for a Studio rental in Birmingham is currently 481 sq ft.

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