
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Crestwood North Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $700 (30 Rentals)
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Heritage and Sherman Oaks

8102 4th Ave S, Unit b

Cliff Place

The Sheraton

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Montrose and Montclair

Lakeview
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The Views at Irondale

Vue at Crestwood

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Union at Cooper Hill

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Top of the Cliff

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Parkview

The 700
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Met on 7th

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630 63rd St S

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Lakeview Green

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1208 34th St S, Unit 4
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Tapestry Park

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Cortland Vesta

STATION CRESTLINE

5102 Station Dr, Unit 1311

928 53rd St N

Glynwood Apartments
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5400 Crestwood Blvd

Retreat at Mountain Brook
Crestwood North, Birmingham, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Crestwood North?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crestwood North Studio Apartments | $1,016 | $794 | $1,425 |
| Crestwood North 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,494 | $700 | $2,157 |
| Crestwood North 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,010 | $800 | $3,340 |
| Crestwood North 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,186 | $1,199 | $3,848 |
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There are currently 30 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Crestwood North Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL.
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Cheapest Available Crestwood North Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Crestwood North area of Birmingham, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Twin Gates priced from $700. Cliff Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $794. Here are the most affordable Crestwood North apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twin Gates | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Cliff Place | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $794 |
| The Sheraton | Medium Studio | Studio,1BA | $810 |
| Montrose and Montclair | Studio Apartment - Montrose | Studio,1BA | $844 |
| Lakeview | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $890 |
| Vue at Crestwood | The Cahaba | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Glynwood Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| Top of the Cliff | 1x1 [2nd Floor, View] | 1BR,1BA | $971 |
| Parkview | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $971 |
| Union at Cooper Hill | Southern Phase 2 | 2BR,2BA | $999 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Crestwood North, AL
As of September 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Crestwood North area is the $1.14 price per square foot Penthouse Model at The 700 in the in the Southside Birmingham neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Crestwood North apartment is the Jacquard Model at Tapestry Park starting at $1,790 with a $1.51 price per square foot in the Eastwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Crestwood North apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The 700 | Penthouse | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.14 |
| Tapestry Park | Jacquard | 2BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| Retreat at Mountain Brook | The Berkley | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.13 |
| 1208 34th St S, Unit 4 | 1208 34th St S | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.45 |
| Union at Cooper Hill | Southern Phase 2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| Glynwood Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Vue at Crestwood | The Cahaba | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Lakeview | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Twin Gates | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Parkview | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Crestwood North Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Crestwood North?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Crestwood North is under $999.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Crestwood North?
The cheapest apartment in Crestwood North is Twin Gates which is listed at $700, while the average apartment in Crestwood North costs $1,665.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Crestwood North?
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 47 regular apartments in Crestwood North 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 Crestwood North?
Cheap apartments in Crestwood North have an average cost of $620 which is $1,045 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Crestwood North.
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