Cheap Apartments for Rent in the College Hills Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $300 (60 Rentals)

How Many Bedrooms?Done
Select your price rangeDone
to
Note: Properties with the Total Monthly Price badge include all required fees. Hover over the badge for details.
Lifestyle Matching SearchDone
Learn more about Lifestyle Search
By AmenitiesDone
By Community TypeDone
Features and AvailabilityDone
Done

Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the College Hills area of Birmingham.

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

Read Article
close
View Me
Dana Apartments
Rent Specials
$929 - $1,074
Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$929 - $1,074
Total Monthly Price
$929 - $1,074
1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Dana Apartments

1721 11th Pl SBirmingham, AL 35205
Affordability
  • Verified
  • 3D Tour
  • Smoke Free
property at 1801 2nd Ave N

$975

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals

Available Now

208

1801 2nd Ave N
BirminghamAL35203
close
View Me
Mesa Verde
Rent Specials
$975 - $1,129
Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$975 - $1,129
Total Monthly Price
$975 - $1,129
1 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 8

Mesa Verde

731 16th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
Affordability
  • Verified
  • 3D Tour
  • Smoke Free

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

Read Article
close
View Me
Clayton Court
1 Bedroom Apartments

Clayton Court

705 1st St SBirmingham, AL 35205
close
View Me
Renro Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Renro Apartments

1013 Tuscaloosa Ave SWBirmingham, AL 35211
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Deer Park
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Deer Park

304 16th Plz SWBirmingham, AL 35211
close
View Me
Uptown Stadium
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Uptown Stadium

1440 21st St NBirmingham, AL 35234
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
The View on Cotton
Studio Apartments

The View on Cotton

160 Cotton Ave SWBirmingham, AL 35211
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
914 14th St SW
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

914 14th St SW

914 14th St SWBirmingham, AL 35211

Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Discover how your credit score impacts your ability to lease or buy a home. Learn how credit scores are determined, how to check yours, and strategies to improve it for real estate success.

Read Article
close
View Me
University Crossings
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

University Crossings

261 3rd Ave SW unit 100Birmingham, AL 35211
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
Magnolia Creek
2 Bedroom Apartments

Magnolia Creek

1908 18th Pl NBirmingham, AL 35234
  • Utilities Included

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

Read Article
close
View Me
Glen Iris Arms
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Glen Iris Arms

1620 11th Pl SBirmingham, AL 35205
close
View Me
Uptown Square
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Uptown Square

2300 21st Ave NBirmingham, AL 35234

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

Read Article
Showing Results 1-50, Page 1 of 2

College Hills, Birmingham, AL Local Guide

Cheapest Available College Hills Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the College Hills area of Birmingham, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at 914 14th St SW priced from $600. Pointe Arlington has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable College Hills apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
914 14th St SW1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$600
Pointe Arlington1/1.001BR,1BA$700
614 1st St S1BR/1BA1BR,1BA$750
Bon Villa Apartments2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$795
Magnolia CreekUnit 19092BR,1BA$799
Glen Iris Arms1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Top Level1BR,1BA$828
Uptown Square2/12BR,1BA$899
Dana Apartments1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Ground Level1BR,1BA$929
Park Terrace Apartments1/1.001BR,1BA$1,015
Thomas Jefferson TowersThe Monroe1BR,1BA$1,099

Best Value Apartments for Rent in College Hills, AL

As of July 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the College Hills area is the $1.41 price per square foot 2 Executive Model at Crowne on 10th in the in the Woodland Park neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value College Hills apartment is the 2 Bedroom / 2 Bath Model at The Ellys starting at $1,625 with a $1.41 price per square foot in the Woodland Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for College Hills apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Crowne on 10th2 Executive2BR,2BA$1.41
The Ellys2 Bedroom / 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.41
The Marshall on 5th2BR/2BA - B22BR,2BA$1.08
Magnolia CreekUnit 19092BR,1BA$0.89
Bon Villa Apartments2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.13
Uptown Square2/12BR,1BA$1.28
Dana Apartments1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Ground Level1BR,1BA$1.36
Pointe Arlington2/1.002BR,1BA$1.29
914 14th St SW1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.04
Glen Iris Arms1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Top Level1BR,1BA$1.56

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

Read Article
Decorative image

Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

Read Article
Decorative image

Quick Rent Budget Calculator

How much rent can you afford?

The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.

decorative image of people with a giant lease agreement

Pet Friendly Lifestyle
College Hills, Birmingham, AL

Ranked #26

Among cities in Alabama for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

decorative image of woman handing cat to small boy

Best Local Schools in
College Hills, Birmingham, AL

School data provided by Great Schools

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap College Hills Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in College Hills?

The cheapest apartment in College Hills is 914 14th St SW which is listed at $600, while the average apartment in College Hills costs $2,755.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in College Hills?

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 21 regular apartments in College Hills that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in College Hills?

Cheap apartments in College Hills have an average cost of $421 which is $2,334 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in College Hills.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

decorative image for Birmingham Neighborhood Breakdown: Where to Find the Cheapest Rent Without Sacrificing Livability article

Birmingham Neighborhood Breakdown: Where to Find the Cheapest Rent Without Sacrificing Livability

Written by: Larry Allen

Hi. Larry Allen here, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Birmingham, AL.

decorative image for Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It article

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

decorative image for Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention article

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

decorative image for How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide article

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.