
Apartments for Rent in Birmingham, AL Under $1,200 (388 Rentals)


Wildwood Apartments

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Inverness Cliffs

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Kenley Apartments

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Tapestry Park

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Grand Highlands Apartments

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The Villas

Breckenridge

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The William

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The Ellys
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150 Summit

Crowne at Grandview

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Stonegate

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Met on 7th

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Parc at Grandview

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Fox Hall

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1736 15th Ave S, Unit 3

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Ramsay Apartments

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Carriage Court
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Citizen Birmingham

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2700 at Homewood

The 700

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The Outlook at Greystone Apartment Homes

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The Dagny

700 Riverchase Apartments

Magnolia Court

Acasa Verandas at Rocky Ridge

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Flanagan Flats

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Linridge Apartments
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Advenir at Station 121

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Highpointe Apartments

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20 Midtown

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Somerset at Trussville

The Park at Callington

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MAA Eagle Ridge

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Highland Riviera

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Cliff Terrace

Bankhead Towers

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Thomas Jefferson Towers
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Aurea Apartments

Townview

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Highland Cliffs

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The Marshall on 5th

Highland Park Townhome Apartments

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Colony Woods

The Haven at Greenhill
Birmingham, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Birmingham?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham Studio Apartments Under $1200 | $1,163 | $625 | $2,208 |
| Birmingham 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $1,437 | $530 | $10,000+ |
| Birmingham 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $1,716 | $565 | $10,000+ |
| Birmingham 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $1,825 | $665 | $5,508 |
| Birmingham 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $1,490 | $799 | $2,399 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Birmingham
How much are Studio apartments in Birmingham?
There are currently 137 Studio Apartments in Birmingham with rent ranges from $625 to $2,208 with an average price of $1,163.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Birmingham Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Birmingham ranges from $530 to $14,545 with an average monthly rent of $1,437.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Birmingham cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Birmingham range from $565 to $16,460. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,716.
How expensive are Birmingham Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 259 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Birmingham on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $665 to $5,508 - averaging $1,825 for the location.
Expert Rental Resources
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Birmingham Neighborhood Breakdown: Where to Find the Cheapest Rent Without Sacrificing Livability
Written by: Larry Allen
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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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Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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.