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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.

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

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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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$850
Park Estates Duplexes1 bedroom x 1 bath1BR,1BA$900
Uptown Square2/12BR,1BA$900
Dana Apartments1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Top Floor1BR,1BA$913
Mesa Verde1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment1BR,1BA$946
Thomas Jefferson TowersThe Cabana1BR,1BA$1,009
Flanagan Flats1x1 - Full Bath1BR,1BA$1,044

Best Value Apartments for Rent in College Hills, AL

As of June 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the College Hills area is the $1.09 price per square foot 2BR/2BA - B2 Model at The Marshall on 5th in the in the Woodland Park neighborhood starting from $1,009. The second greatest value College Hills apartment is the 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment Model at Fleetwood Apartments starting at $1,199 with a $1.33 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.
The Marshall on 5th2BR/2BA - B22BR,2BA$1.09
Fleetwood Apartments2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1.33
The Marshall on 3rd2BR/2BA - B22BR,2BA$1.06
Flanagan Flats1x1 - Full Bath1BR,1BA$1.39
Bon Villa Apartments2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.13
Park Estates Duplexes1 bedroom x 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.29
Uptown Square2/12BR,1BA$1.29
Dana Apartments1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Top Floor1BR,1BA$1.34
914 14th St SW1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1.04
Pointe Arlington1/1.001BR,1BA$1.25

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.

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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.

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College Hills, Birmingham, AL

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Frequently Asked Questions about College Hills

What type of rentals are currently available in College Hills?

There are currently 175 Apartments for Rent in College Hills, AL with pricing that ranges from $595 to $4,560. There are also 105 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in College Hills ranging from $550 to $4,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in College Hills?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in College Hills ranges from $550 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,254.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in College Hills?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in College Hills range from $900 to $4,560, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $550 to $4,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $659.

Expert Rental Resources

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

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.