
Apartments for Rent in Birmingham, AL Under $800 (118 Rentals)


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1512 11th Ave N

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The Woodford

Beacon Pointe Apartments

Park at Carson

Hillcrest Apartments
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The Glenwood at Pinson

Pointe Arlington

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Twin Gates

Fountain Blue
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737 47th St N

1061 57th St

8315 1st Ave S

916 Keel St

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624 1st St W
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618 1st St W

2325 10th Ct S

2613 11th Ave S

1300 16th St N

1716 32nd Pl N

7721 2nd Ct N

1624 Pearson Ave SW

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Stratford
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Vines at Hillside

The Murals on Niazuma

The Park at Sunderland

Tivoli

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Celeste Manor

Saint Charles

The Fitzgerald in Five Points
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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 Under $800 | $1,145 | $625 | $2,208 |
| Birmingham 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $800 | $1,425 | $530 | $10,000+ |
| Birmingham 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $800 | $1,728 | $565 | $10,000+ |
| Birmingham 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $800 | $1,862 | $665 | $10,000+ |
| Birmingham 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $800 | $1,433 | $799 | $2,319 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Birmingham
How much are Studio apartments in Birmingham?
There are currently 135 Studio Apartments in Birmingham with rent ranges from $625 to $2,208 with an average price of $1,145.
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 $1,425.
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 $16,671. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,728.
How expensive are Birmingham Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 256 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Birmingham on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $665 to $30,598 - averaging $1,862 for the location.
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