
Apartments for Rent in Birmingham, AL Under $1,800 (563 Rentals)


Armour & Co.

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Inkwell on Grandview

The Station at Crestline Heights

Denham Lofts

Crowne on 10th

Fix Play Lofts

The James on Highland

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Stone Ridge Apartments

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Siegel Select Birmingham II
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Estelle

Colina WeHo

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1425 13th St S, Unit A, Unit A

The Station at Lakeshore

2021 10th Ave S, Unit 701, Unit 701

Century Lakeshore Crossings
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The Waites

Artisan Flats

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Cortland Vesta

Idlewild

Park 35 on Clairmont

Bluffs at Riverview

Iron City Lofts

Tributary Rise

Parkside Apartments
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The Point at Greystone

1208 34th St S, Unit 3, Unit 3

Arbors At Cahaba River

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Siegel Select Birmingham

Crowne at Cahaba River

Linden Avondale

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Retreat at Greystone

Crowne at Overton Village
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Branchwater

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Parkside Place

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Lakeview Green

MAA Liberty Park

Cahaba Grandview

Colina Hillside

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The Oaks at Lakeshore
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 $1800 | $1,182 | $625 | $2,208 |
| Birmingham 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $1800 | $1,413 | $530 | $10,000+ |
| Birmingham 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $1800 | $1,670 | $565 | $8,118 |
| Birmingham 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $1800 | $1,849 | $665 | $5,196 |
| Birmingham 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $1800 | $1,661 | $799 | $3,287 |
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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 $1,182.
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 $1,413.
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 $8,118. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,670.
How expensive are Birmingham Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 258 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Birmingham on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $665 to $5,196 - averaging $1,849 for the location.
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