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Market Lofts on Third
2225 3rd Ave NBirmingham, AL 35203
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central City Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $800 (25 Rentals)
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$906 - $1,8411 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Park Place
600 24th St NBirmingham, AL 35203
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The Frank
201 20th St NBirmingham, AL 35203
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Bankhead Towers
2300 5th Ave NBirmingham, AL 35203
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The Dagny
2218 1st Ave NBirmingham, AL 35203
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Thomas Jefferson Towers
1623 2nd Ave NBirmingham, AL 35203
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The William
1911 3rd Ave NBirmingham, AL 35203
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2308 4th Ave N, Unit 411
2308 4th Ave NBirmingham, AL 35203
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2308 4th Ave N, Unit 611
2308 4th Ave NBirmingham, AL 35203
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2308 4th Ave N, Unit 211
2308 4th Ave NBirmingham, AL 35203
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2308 4th Ave N, Unit 607
2308 4th Ave NBirmingham, AL 35203
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2308 4th Ave N, Unit 1007
2308 4th Ave NBirmingham, AL 35203
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$1,319 - $2,929Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Fitzroy
2400 1st Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233
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$1,3761 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 1
2308 4th Ave N, Unit 1008
2308 4th Ave NBirmingham, AL 35203
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2308 4th Ave N, Unit 208
2308 4th Ave NBirmingham, AL 35203
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The 600
600 19th St NBirmingham, AL 35203
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$1,6001 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 16
600 19th St N, Unit 617
600 19th St NBirmingham, AL 35203
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600 19th St N, Unit 606
600 19th St NBirmingham, AL 35203
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$1,6001 Bedroom Apartments Available Aug 15
600 19th St N, Unit 615
600 19th St NBirmingham, AL 35203
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600 19th St N, Unit 607
600 19th St NBirmingham, AL 35203
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Lofts at American Life
2308-2316 4th Ave NBirmingham, AL 35203
2024 29th St N
BirminghamAL35234
1801 2nd Ave N
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Jemison Flats
1827 1st Ave NBirmingham, AL 35203
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The Pizitz
120 19th St NBirmingham, AL 35203
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Central City, Birmingham, AL Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central City?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central City Studio Apartments | $1,151 | $800 | $1,457 |
| Central City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,703 | $899 | $10,000+ |
| Central City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,063 | $1,032 | $3,250 |
| Central City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,768 | $1,290 | $4,457 |
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Cheapest Available Central City Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central City area of Birmingham, AL is a Studio unit found at Market Lofts on Third priced from $855. Park Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $906. Here are the most affordable Central City apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Lofts on Third | Studio - Design 1 | Studio,1BA | $855 |
| Park Place | Jasmine | 1BR,1BA | $906 |
| The Frank | Studio 1 Bath-J | Studio,1BA | $989 |
| Bankhead Towers | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,007 |
| Thomas Jefferson Towers | The Zeppelin | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central City, AL
As of July 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central City area is the $1.70 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Ideal Building in the in the Smithfield neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Central City apartment is the Unit Type 12 Model at The Pizitz starting at $2,190 with a $2.21 price per square foot in the Smithfield neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central City apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ideal Building | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| The Pizitz | Unit Type 12 | 2BR,2BA | $2.21 |
| Theatre Lofts | Lumen | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| Armour & Co. | 1 BR Lux-Loft Living | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
| Jemison Flats | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Park Place | Willow | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Thomas Jefferson Towers | The Zeppelin | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| The 600 | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $2.52 |
| Bankhead Towers | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| The Fitzroy | The Lyric | Studio ,1BA | $2.53 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central City Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central City?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central City is at Market Lofts on Third listed at $855.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central City Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central City Apartment is $906 at Park Place.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central City Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central City is starting from $1,032 at Park Place.
What is the most affordable Central City Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Central City Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Park Place and starts from $1,290.
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