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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 (10 Rentals)
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Park Place
600 24th St NBirmingham, AL 35203
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Thomas Jefferson Towers
1623 2nd Ave NBirmingham, AL 35203
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Bankhead Towers
2300 5th Ave NBirmingham, AL 35203
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Jemison Flats
1827 1st Ave 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 | $1,475 | $855 | $2,499 |
| Central City 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,654 | $889 | $2,565 |
| Central City 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,254 | $1,002 | $3,610 |
| Central City 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,863 | $1,262 | $5,235 |
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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 $899. 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 | Wisteria | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Thomas Jefferson Towers | The Zeppelin | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central City, AL
As of July 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central City area is the $1.81 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Ideal Building in the in the Smithfield neighborhood starting from $2,450. The second greatest value Central City apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at Goodall-Brown Lofts starting at $1,499 with a $1.36 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 | $1.81 |
| Goodall-Brown Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| The Dagny | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.09 |
| Jemison Flats | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| The Kessler Lofts - Parking Included! | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Theatre Lofts | Muse | 1BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| Park Place | Willow | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Bankhead Towers | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Thomas Jefferson Towers | The Cabana | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
| Lofts at American Life | 0/1- Avondale Floor Plan - 10 | Studio ,1BA | $2.27 |
Getting Around the Central City Neighborhood in Birmingham, AL
Walk Score®
90 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
64 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
48 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $899 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 $987 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 $1,262.
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