
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Crestwood South Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $600 (29 Rentals)
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The Views at Irondale

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Carlisle Terrace

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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 | $1,057 | $810 | $1,688 |
| Crestwood South 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,453 | $675 | $10,000+ |
| Crestwood South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,571 | $750 | $2,755 |
| Crestwood South 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,787 | $850 | $3,175 |
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There are currently 29 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Crestwood South Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL.
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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 $675. The Sheraton has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $810. Here are the most affordable Crestwood South apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twin Gates | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| The Sheraton | Medium Studio | Studio,1BA | $810 |
| The Avondale Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment - AFH VLI | 2BR,1BA | $822 |
| The Views at Irondale | 2-1 | 2BR,1BA | $850 |
| Oakmont Apartments | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $864 |
| Carlisle Terrace | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Courtyard Facing | 1BR,1BA | $876 |
| Lakeview | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $890 |
| Vue at Crestwood | The Cahaba | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Union at Cooper Hill | Potomac | 1BR,1BA | $974 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Crestwood South, AL
As of March 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Crestwood South area is the $1.39 price per square foot Penthouse Model at The 700 in the in the Southside Birmingham neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Crestwood South apartment is the The Berkley Model at Retreat at Mountain Brook starting at $1,350 with a $1.25 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. |
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| The 700 | Penthouse | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.39 |
| Retreat at Mountain Brook | The Berkley | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.25 |
| Crestwood Green Apartments | Bamboo | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.04 |
| 7713 1st Ave S | 7713 1st Ave S | 3BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Vue at Crestwood | The Cahaba | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Lakeview | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Twin Gates | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| The Avondale Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment - AFH VLI | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| The Views at Irondale | 1-1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Carlisle Terrace | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCrestwood South, Birmingham, AL
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Among cities in Alabama for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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3.5Pet Friendly
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 $974.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Crestwood South?
The cheapest apartment in Crestwood South is Twin Gates which is listed at $675, while the average apartment in Crestwood South costs $1,772.
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 43 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 $340 which is $1,432 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Crestwood South.
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