Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Birmingham, AL Under $1,200 (36 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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University Place
$1,065 - $2,315
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University Place

951 18th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Lotus Homewood
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$900 - $1,000
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Lotus Homewood

825 Oak Leaf CirBirmingham, AL 35209
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Birmingham Neighborhood Breakdown: Where to Find the Cheapest Rent Without Sacrificing Livability

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La Vista
1 Bedroom Apartments

La Vista

1240 38th St SBirmingham, AL 35222
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Avondwell
1 Bedroom Apartments

Avondwell

4308 5th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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Westbury Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Westbury Apartments

3225 Ave S Apartment HBirmingham, AL 35208
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The Murals on Niazuma
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Murals on Niazuma

2612 Niazuma Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Carlton
1 Bedroom Apartments

Carlton

1408 14th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Madison Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Madison Place

850 Shoal Run TrlBirmingham, AL 35242
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Chace Lake Villas
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Chace Lake Villas

98 Chace Lake PkyBirmingham, AL 35244
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The Pointe North
2 Bedroom Apartments

The Pointe North

2012 30th Ave NBirmingham, AL 35207

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Chapel Creek Apartments
$1,090 - $1,475
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Chapel Creek Apartments

51 Chapel Creek LnFultondale, AL 35068
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Stoney Brook
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Stoney Brook

200 Stoney Brook LnFultondale, AL 35068
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Vestavia Place
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Vestavia Place

2501 Mountain Lodge CirVestavia Hills, AL 35216
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Evan Arms Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Evan Arms Apartments

912 Oxmoor RdHomewood, AL 35209
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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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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 Marshall on 3rd listed at $659.

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

The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Birmingham is $1,616.

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

Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Birmingham is a 2,416 square feet unit starting from $1,133 at Kenley Apartments.

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 707 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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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.