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Twin Gates
7741-7745 2nd Ave SBirmingham, AL 35206
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Heritage and Sherman Oaks
7731 3rd Ave SBirmingham, AL 35206
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7720 5th Ave S
7720 5th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35206
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Cliff Place
1316 33rd St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Montrose and Montclair
1226-1228 29th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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The Sheraton
2909 Highland Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Lakeview
724 29th St SBirmingham, AL 35233
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The Views at Irondale
7716 Sunrise CirBirmingham, AL 35210
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Vue at Crestwood
1000 Eagle View DrBirmingham, AL 35212
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5th Avenue Apartments
3800 5th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222
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Top of the Cliff
3400 Cliff RdBirmingham, AL 35205
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Parkview
2501 Caldwell Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Crestwood Green Apartments
701 Crest Valley WayBirmingham, AL 35212
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Union at Cooper Hill
1522 Cooper Hill RdBirmingham, AL 35210
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Met on 7th
2900 7th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233
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The 700
700 34th St SBirmingham, AL 35222
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Donegal Place
2964 Rhodes Cir SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Cliff Terrace
3477 Cliff Ter SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Highland Riviera
1205 33rd StBirmingham, AL 35205
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Lakeview Green
2901 4th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233
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Tapestry Park
801 Montclair RdBirmingham, AL 35213
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Axel Row Apartments
4211 3rd Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222
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1208 34th St S, Unit 3
1208 34th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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The Station at Crestline Heights
5102 Station DrBirmingham, AL 35213
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5102 Station Dr, Unit 1313
5102 Station DrBirmingham, AL 35213
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Park 35 on Clairmont
3500 Clairmont Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222
5448 11th Ave S
BirminghamAL35222
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5102 Station Dr, Unit 2118
5102 Station DrBirmingham, AL 35213
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Crestwood Hills
1274 B 49th Pl SBirmingham, AL 35222
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Madrid Apartments
7745 Madrid AveBirmingham, AL 35206
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Glynwood Apartments
937 52nd Pl NBirmingham, AL 35212
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The Wright
2148 16th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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33rd Street Apartments
1514 33rd St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Duncan Flats
809 30th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Mill House
1504 21st Way SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Avondale Glen
4226 2nd Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222
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5400 Crestwood Blvd
5400 Crestwood BlvdBirmingham, AL 35212
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Hickory Hill
3820 4th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222
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Skyline
1512 33rd St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Greenview Apartments - Forest Park
901 38th St SBirmingham, AL 35222
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3 Bedroom Apartments
1212 Cresthill Rd
1212 Cresthill RdBirmingham, AL 35213
5021 8th Terrace S
BirminghamAL35212
5509 11th Ave S
BirminghamAL35222
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Retreat at Mountain Brook
1600 Sharpsburg CirMountain Brook, AL 35213
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Crestwood South, Birmingham, AL Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Crestwood South?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crestwood South Studio Apartments | $1,016 | $756 | $1,425 |
| Crestwood South 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,275 | $700 | $2,176 |
| Crestwood South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,730 | $749 | $4,797 |
| Crestwood South 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,960 | $1,219 | $3,910 |
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Cheapest Available Crestwood South Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Crestwood South 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 $782. Here are the most affordable Crestwood South 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, LVP | Studio,1BA | $782 |
| Montrose and Montclair | Studio Apartment - Montrose | Studio,1BA | $805 |
| The Sheraton | Medium Studio | Studio,1BA | $810 |
| Glynwood Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Lakeview | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $890 |
| Vue at Crestwood | The Cahaba | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| The Views at Irondale | 1-1 | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Top of the Cliff | 1x1 [2nd Floor, No View] | 1BR,1BA | $914 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Crestwood South, AL
As of August 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Crestwood South 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 South apartment is the Chateau Model at Tapestry Park starting at $1,850 with a $1.41 price per square foot in the Eastwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Crestwood South 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 | Chateau | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Retreat at Mountain Brook | The Berkley | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.11 |
| Union at Cooper Hill | Pacific Phase 1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| Glynwood Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| 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 | $1.32 |
| The Views at Irondale | 1-1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Crestwood South Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Crestwood South?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Crestwood South is under $914.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Crestwood South?
The cheapest apartment in Crestwood South is Twin Gates which is listed at $700, while the average apartment in Crestwood South costs $1,373.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Crestwood South?
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 31 regular apartments in Crestwood South 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 South?
Cheap apartments in Crestwood South have an average cost of $482 which is $891 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Crestwood South.
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