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Lakeview Green
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$1,129 - $1,425

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Base Rent$1,204 - $3,275
Total Monthly Price$1,204 - $3,275
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Lakeview Green

2901 4th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233
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University Place
$1,065

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Base Rent$1,065 - $2,315
Total Monthly Price$1,065 - $2,315
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University Place

951 18th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Birmingham, AL Local Guide

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Birmingham Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: September 23, 2026

There are currently 1597 available Studio apartment units from neighborhoods all over Birmingham, AL that range in price from $585 to $2,512. Downtown Birmingham, Forest Park and Fountain Heights Park 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 Birmingham94$1,099$625
Forest Park89$1,099$810
Fountain Heights Park89$1,099$700
Southside Birmingham89$1,099$794
Fountain Heights82$1,156$810
Druid Hills81$1,168$810
North Birmingham81$1,162$810
Smithfield78$1,138$625
Altamont Park72$1,099$810
Enon Ridge72$1,174$855

Largest Available Birmingham Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in Birmingham, AL is found at The Filmont 55+ Active Adult Community in the Lake Purdy neighborhood and is 828 square feet priced from $1,955. 20 Midtown in the Smithfield neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 811 square feet and currently listed start at $1,593. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Birmingham:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Filmont 55+ Active Adult CommunityS1828 Sq Ft$1,955
20 MidtownS12811 Sq Ft$1,593
Parc at GrandviewA1 (Sienna - studio)672 Sq Ft$1,252
Ramsay ApartmentsStudio Apartment, Corner672 Sq Ft$973
Tributary RiseS1-1667 Sq Ft$1,499
PARK MANOR0BR/1.0BA636 Sq Ft$699
513 at ValleyStudio625 Sq Ft$780
The FitzroyThe Alabama603 Sq Ft$1,392
Oakmont ApartmentsStudio Apartment600 Sq Ft$943
Jemison FlatsStudio Layout540 Sq Ft$1,079

Cheapest Available Birmingham Studio Apartments

As of September 23, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Birmingham, AL is the A1 Studio Model starting from $585 at Madison Park Apartments & Townhomes in the Apple Valley neighborhood. The second most affordable Birmingham Studio is the 0BR/1.0BA Model at BERKLEY APARTMENTS starting at $585 in the Five Points South neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Birmingham is currently $1,205. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Birmingham:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Madison Park Apartments & TownhomesA1 Studio$585
BERKLEY APARTMENTS0BR/1.0BA$585
University Ridge ApartmentsStudio$625
McCormic II ApartmentsStudio Apartment$633
Park On ValleyStudio Classic (pvs)$695
PARK MANOR0BR/1.0BA$699
513 at ValleyStudio$780
Cliff PlaceStudio Apartment$794
The DulionMedium Studio$810
The SheratonMedium Studio$810

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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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Birmingham, AL Area Reviews

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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 Madison Park Apartments & Townhomes listed at $585.

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

The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Birmingham is $1,205.

What is the largest available Studio Birmingham Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Birmingham is a 828 square feet unit starting from $1,955 at The Filmont 55+ Active Adult Community.

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

The average size for a Studio rental in Birmingham is currently 472 sq ft.

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