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Birmingham Neighborhood Breakdown: Where to Find the Cheapest Rent Without Sacrificing Livability

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$899 - $1,215
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University Place

951 18th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Birmingham Studio Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: February 08, 2026

There are currently 123 available Studio apartment units from neighborhoods all over Birmingham, AL that range in price from $625 to $2,208. Five Points South, Southside and Central City 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
Five Points South40$882$625
Southside24$1,301$1,125
Central City18$1,080$800
Parkside11$1,251$1,099
Cahaba Heights8$1,455$1,315
Hoover Vestavia Hills7$699$699
Sand Ridge4$904$859
Highland Park3$860$810
Homewood3$949$648
South Eastlake2$750$750

Largest Available Birmingham Studio Apartments

The largest available Studio apartment unit in Birmingham, AL is found at The Filmont and is 828 square feet priced from $1,817. 20 Midtown in the Parkside neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 811 square feet and currently listed start at $1,573. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Birmingham:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The FilmontS1828 Sq Ft$1,817
20 MidtownBuilding 3: S3-L | Studio XL811 Sq Ft$1,573
Park 35 on ClairmontAvondale E680 Sq Ft$1,477
Arise Knox Square1A-B670 Sq FtCall for Rates
Tributary RiseS1-1667 Sq Ft$1,660
513 at ValleyStudio625 Sq Ft$949
The FitzroyThe Alabama603 Sq Ft$1,451
Advenir at Station 121Sussex587 Sq Ft$1,134
The Outlook at Greystone Apartment HomesDaisy583 Sq Ft$1,116

Cheapest Available Birmingham Studio Apartments

As of February 08, 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 Aster Model at Park at Hoover starting at $699 in the Hoover Vestavia Hills neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Birmingham is currently $1,127. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Birmingham:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
University Ridge ApartmentsStudio$625
Park at HooverAster$699
Madison Park Apartments & TownhomesA1 Studio$715
Terrace ApartmentsStudio 1 Bath - Ground Level$715
Tower on TenthFive Points$734
The DulionMedium Studio$810
The SheratonMedium Studio$810
Market Lofts on ThirdStudio - Design 1$855
The Avenues of LakeshoreThe Brookwood$859
Lofts at American Life - Downtown Birmingham, AL0/1 - Five Points Floor Plan - 04$875

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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 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 $1,127.

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 $1,817 at The Filmont.

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

The average size for a Studio rental in Birmingham is currently 476 sq ft.

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