Cheap Homes for Rent in Central City Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $1,500 (9 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Central City area of Birmingham.

2020 5th Ave N
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1801 2nd Ave N

2201 1st Ave N, Unit 5C

2201 1st Ave N

1801 2nd Ave N
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2226 1st Ave S
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 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,500 | $4,500 | $4,500 |
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 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 |
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Market Lofts on Third | Studio - Design 1 | Studio,1BA | $855 |
Park Place | Wisteria | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
Thomas Jefferson Towers | The Cabana | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central City, AL
As of September 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central City area is the $1.26 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Ideal Building in the in the Smithfield neighborhood starting from $1,695. 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. |
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Ideal Building | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
Goodall-Brown Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
The Dagny | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.09 |
Jemison Flats | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
The Kessler Lofts - Parking Included! | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
Park Place | Wisteria | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
The Pizitz | Unit Type 10 | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
Lofts at American Life | 2/1 - Uptown Floor Plan- 05 | 2BR,1BA | $1.86 |
Bankhead Towers | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
Thomas Jefferson Towers | The Cabana | 1BR,1BA | $2.04 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Central City
What type of rentals are currently available in Central City?
There are currently 33 Apartments for Rent in Central City, AL with pricing that ranges from $799 to $5,235. There are also 25 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central City ranging from $1,595 to $4,500.
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 $1,595 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,165.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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