Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Crestwood Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $600 (29 Rentals)

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Avondale Glen
2 Bedroom Apartments

Avondale Glen

4226 2nd Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222
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Hickory Hill
2 Bedroom Apartments

Hickory Hill

3820 4th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222
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Avondale Corners
1 Bedroom Apartments

Avondale Corners

4125 4th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222
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4809 3rd Ave S
Studio Apartments

4809 3rd Ave S

4809 3rd Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222

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The Dominion
Studio Apartments

The Dominion

4222 4th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222
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Rosewood Plaza
Studio Apartments

Rosewood Plaza

4344 3rd Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222
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712 47th St N
2 Bedroom Apartments

712 47th St N

712 47th St NBirmingham, AL 35212
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Hooper Creek
Studio Apartments

Hooper Creek

4301 4th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222
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955 47th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

955 47th St

955 47th StBirmingham, AL 35212
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Avondale East
2 Bedroom Apartments

Avondale East

4268-4284 2nd Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222
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937 52nd Pl N
2 Bedroom Apartments

937 52nd Pl N

937 52nd Pl NBirmingham, AL 35212

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Avondale Forest
2 Bedroom Apartments

Avondale Forest

4340 2nd Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222
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Southcrest
1 Bedroom Apartments

Southcrest

4226 5th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222
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Avondale Point
2 Bedroom Apartments

Avondale Point

4416 5th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222
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Crestwood Hills
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Crestwood Hills

1274 B 49th Pl SBirmingham, AL 35222
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Birmingham Neighborhood Breakdown: Where to Find the Cheapest Rent Without Sacrificing Livability

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Fourth Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Fourth Apartments

3732 4th AveBirmingham, AL 35222
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Linwood Park
2 Bedroom Apartments

Linwood Park

4241 5th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222
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Highland Court
1 Bedroom Apartments

Highland Court

609 S 38th StBirmingham, AL 35222
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Kingston Villas
1 Bedroom Apartments

Kingston Villas

964 48th St NBirmingham, AL 35212
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Bradford Gardens
1 Bedroom Apartments

Bradford Gardens

3815 6th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222
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Kingston Villas
2 Bedroom Apartments

Kingston Villas

957-964 48th St NBirmingham, AL 35212

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Morton Simpson
1 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

Morton Simpson

4600 8th Ct NBirmingham, AL 35212

Crestwood, Birmingham, AL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Crestwood Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Crestwood area of Birmingham, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at 5th Avenue Apartments priced from $817. Avondale Forest has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $908. Here are the most affordable Crestwood apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
5th Avenue Apartments1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment1BR,1BA$817
Avondale Forest2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$908
Spring Street Flats2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1,047
Fourth Apartments2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1,080
Avondale GardensAster1BR,1BA$1,199

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Crestwood, AL

As of December 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Crestwood area is the $1.58 price per square foot Acacia Model at Avondale Gardens in the in the Woodlawn neighborhood starting from $1,249. The second greatest value Crestwood apartment is the 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment Model at Fourth Apartments starting at $1,080 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the Southside Birmingham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Crestwood apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Avondale GardensAcacia1BR,1BA$1.58
Fourth Apartments2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1.38
Avondale Forest2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.21
Spring Street Flats2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1.47
5th Avenue Apartments1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1.31

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Crestwood, Birmingham, AL

Ranked #47

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

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2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Crestwood Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Crestwood Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Crestwood Apartment is $817 at 5th Avenue Apartments.

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.

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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.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!