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Cliff Place
1316 33rd St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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2909 Highland Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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724 29th St SBirmingham, AL 35233
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3800 5th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222
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Top of the Cliff
3400 Cliff RdBirmingham, AL 35205
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The 700
700 34th St SBirmingham, AL 35222
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1205 33rd StBirmingham, AL 35205
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Met on 7th
2900 7th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233
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Cliff Terrace
3477 Cliff Ter SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Lakeview Green
2901 4th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233
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Axel Row Apartments
4211 3rd Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222
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1208 34th St S, Unit 4
1208 34th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Iron City Lofts
2725 4th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233
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Park 35 on Clairmont
3500 Clairmont Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222
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Crestwood Hills
1274 B 49th Pl SBirmingham, AL 35222
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Clairmont
2930 Clairmont Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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HIGHLAND HOUSE FLATS
3053 Highland Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Altamont Cliffs
1300 Altamont Way SBirmingham, AL 35205
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The Cliffs
3320 Cliff Rd SBirmingham, AL 35205
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St. Anne
2925 Clairmont Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Park Hill Apartments
1301 S 33rd StBirmingham, AL 35205
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Cliff Highlands
1313 34th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Clairmont Hill
3652 Clairmont AveBirmingham, AL 35222
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Stonehenge at Crestline Apartments
751 Montclair RdBirmingham, AL 35213
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3015 Clairmont Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Townview - Highland Park
2824 Rhodes Cir SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Strata
3630 Clairmont Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222
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Highland Court II Apartments
2830 10th Ct SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Southcrest
4226 5th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222
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Duncan Flats
809 30th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Avondale Forest
4340 2nd Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222
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Ascent on 34th
1310 34th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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South Hill (Highland Park)
909 30th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Montcalm
2927 Highland Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Avondwell
4308 5th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222
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Highland Cliffs
3401 Cliff RdBirmingham, AL 35205
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Summit on 34th
1325 34th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Carol Court
2920-2924 10th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Donegal Place
2964 Rhodes Cir SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Avondale Glen
4226 2nd Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222
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Avondale Point
4416 5th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222
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Underwood Court
2931 10th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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The Fairways
1237-1245 38th St SBirmingham, AL 35222
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5400 Crestwood Blvd
5400 Crestwood BlvdBirmingham, AL 35212
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Spring Street Flats
4112-4120 5th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222
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Fourth Apartments
3732 4th AveBirmingham, AL 35222
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Avondale, Birmingham, AL Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Avondale?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avondale Studio Apartments | $1,016 | $794 | $1,425 |
| Avondale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,327 | $890 | $2,139 |
| Avondale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,080 | $1,325 | $4,248 |
| Avondale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,982 | $1,925 | $3,845 |
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Cheapest Available Avondale Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Avondale area of Birmingham, AL is a Studio unit found at Cliff Place priced from $794. The Sheraton has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $810. Here are the most affordable Avondale apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cliff Place | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $794 |
| The Sheraton | Medium Studio | Studio,1BA | $810 |
| Clairmont Hill | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $871 |
| Avondale Forest | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $982 |
| Montcalm | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment with Balcony, ... | 1BR,1BA | $1,044 |
| Summit on 34th | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,066 |
| The Fairways | 1237 1x1 [1st Floor, Corner] | 1BR,1BA | $1,165 |
| Met on 7th | The Atlanta | 1BR,1BA | $1,185 |
| Spring Street Flats | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,203 |
| Lakeview Green | Studio - 1A | Studio,1BA | $1,204 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Avondale, AL
As of September 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Avondale area is the $1.14 price per square foot Penthouse Model at The 700 in the in the Southside Birmingham neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Avondale apartment is the 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom Apartment with Washer/Dr... Model at Rhodes Villas starting at $1,301 with a $1.01 price per square foot in the Southside Birmingham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Avondale apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The 700 | Penthouse | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.14 |
| Rhodes Villas | 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom Apartment with Washer/Dr... | 2BR,2BA | $1.01 |
| 1208 34th St S, Unit 4 | 1208 34th St S | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.45 |
| Clairmont Apartments | 2 BR / 1 BTH | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Avondale Forest | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Cliff Terrace | 1x1 [2nd Floor, Renovated] | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Spring Street Flats | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Montcalm | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment with Balcony, ... | 1BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| Clairmont Hill | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Summit on 34th | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Avondale Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Avondale?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Avondale is under $1,204.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Avondale?
The cheapest apartment in Avondale is Clairmont Hill which is listed at $871, while the average apartment in Avondale costs $1,435.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Avondale?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 23 regular apartments in Avondale that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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