
Gated Apartments for Rent in Birmingham, AL Under $1,500 (69 Rentals)


The 600

MAA Liberty Park

Century Lakeshore Crossings

Flats on 4th

The Waites

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Cortland Vesta

Idlewild

Axel Row Apartments

Cahaba Grandview
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Bluffs at Riverview

Grand Highlands Apartments

Retreat at Greystone

Arbors At Cahaba River

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Tapestry Park

Parkside Apartments

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The Oxmoor
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The Fitzroy

The Oaks at Lakeshore

20 Midtown

Crowne at Grandview

Stonegate Apartment Homes

700 Riverchase Apartments

Hawthorne at Lake Heather

Rise Lakeview

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Lakeview Green

Iron City Lofts
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MAA Trussville

Aventura Oak Mountain

Inverness Cliffs

Parc at Grandview

The Ellys

Lakeshore Ridge

Met on 7th

Citizen Birmingham

150 Summit

The 700

MAA Riverchase

The Dagny

The Frank

Terrace Court

Thomas Jefferson Towers

Woodmere Creek Apartments

Kenley Apartments

Somerset at Trussville

The Avenues of Lakeshore

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University Place
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Birmingham?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham Studio Apartments | $1,206 | $625 | $2,336 |
| Birmingham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,413 | $530 | $10,000+ |
| Birmingham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,677 | $565 | $8,437 |
| Birmingham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,822 | $665 | $4,560 |
| Birmingham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,784 | $785 | $4,526 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gated Birmingham Apartments
What is the Cheapest Gated apartment in Birmingham?
Currently the most affordable Gated Apartment in Birmingham is at Twin Gates listed at $675.
How much is the average rent for a Gated Birmingham Apartment?
The average rent for a Gated Apartment in Birmingham is $1,955.
What is the largest Gated Birmingham Apartment for rent?
Today's Gated apartment with the most square footage in Birmingham is a 2,748 square feet unit starting from $1,455 at The 600.
What is the average size for Birmingham Gated Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Gated rental in Birmingham is currently at 671 sq ft.
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