
Cheap Homes for Rent in Central City Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $1,400 (9 Rentals)
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2201 5th Ave S

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Central City, Birmingham, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Central City?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Central City 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,324 | $1,950 | $2,750 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 9 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Central City Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL.
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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 1 Bed unit found at Bankhead Towers priced from $811. Lofts at American Life has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $875. Here are the most affordable Central City apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Bankhead Towers | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $811 |
Lofts at American Life | 0/1 - Five Points Floor Plan - 04 | Studio,1BA | $875 |
Park Place | Wisteria | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central City, AL
As of June 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central City area is the $1.33 price per square foot 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom Apartment Model at The Kessler Lofts - Parking Included! in the in the Smithfield neighborhood starting from $1,853. The second greatest value Central City apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at Fix Play Lofts starting at $1,599 with a $1.20 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. |
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The Kessler Lofts - Parking Included! | 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom Apartment | 2BR,2BA | $1.33 |
Fix Play Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
Goodall-Brown Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
The Dagny | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.09 |
Armour & Co. | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
Jemison Flats | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
Theatre Lofts | Muse | 1BR,1BA | $2.36 |
Park Place | Willow | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
Bankhead Towers | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
Thomas Jefferson Towers | The Cabana | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Central City
What type of rentals are currently available in Central City?
There are currently 32 Apartments for Rent in Central City, AL with pricing that ranges from $811 to $5,250. There are also 47 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central City ranging from $1,445 to $2,750.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central City?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central City ranges from $1,445 to $2,750 with an average monthly rent of $1,956.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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