
Gated Apartments for Rent in Birmingham, AL Under $1,500 (65 Rentals)


Park 35 on Clairmont

Arbors At Cahaba River

Idlewild

The Waites

Axel Row Apartments

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Cortland Vesta

Colina Hillside

The Ellys

Bluffs at Riverview
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Southside Station

Reserve on 3rd

The Fitzroy

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Lakeview Green

Linden Avondale

Retreat at Greystone

Steelhaven Birmingham

Cahaba Grandview

Grand Highlands Apartments

Iron City Lofts
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The Oaks at Lakeshore

The Oxmoor

Stonegate Apartment Homes

Rise Lakeview

700 Riverchase Apartments

Inverness Cliffs

Lakeshore Ridge

Hawthorne at Lake Heather

Met on 7th

Crowne at Grandview
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MAA Riverchase

MAA Trussville

MAA Liberty Park

Parc at Grandview

150 Summit

Citizen Birmingham

Thomas Jefferson Towers

The 700

The Dagny

Aventura Oak Mountain
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The Ellison

The Frank

Woodmere Creek Apartments

Kenley Apartments

Somerset at Trussville

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University Place

The Views at Irondale

The LaSalle

The Avenues of Lakeshore

The Glenwood at Pinson
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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 | $1,236 | $625 | $2,336 |
| Birmingham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,430 | $530 | $10,000+ |
| Birmingham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,672 | $565 | $8,156 |
| Birmingham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,834 | $665 | $5,010 |
| Birmingham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,647 | $659 | $4,086 |
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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 $1,987.
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 $1,590 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 682 sq ft.
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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.

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.