Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Birmingham Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL (620 Rentals)

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Lakeview Green
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$1,204 - $3,275

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Total Monthly Price$1,204 - $3,275
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Lakeview Green

2901 4th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233
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Cortland Vesta
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$1,518 - $6,144

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Base Rent$1,518 - $6,144
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Cortland Vesta

2173 Highland Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Denham Lofts
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$1,664 - $2,809

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Base Rent$1,664 - $2,809
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Denham Lofts

1143 1st Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233
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University Place
$1,065 - $2,315

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University Place

951 18th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Montrose and Montclair
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$844 - $1,461

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Base Rent$844 - $1,461
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Montrose and Montclair

1226-1228 29th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Parkside Place
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$1,404 - $1,607

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Parkside Place

1413 11th Pl SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Piedmont Terrace
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$1,195 - $1,581

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Base Rent$1,195 - $1,581
Total Monthly Price$1,195 - $1,581
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Piedmont Terrace

1331-1355 14th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Fox Hall
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$1,033 - $1,445

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Base Rent$1,033 - $1,445
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Fox Hall

1613 13th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Downtown Birmingham, Birmingham, AL Local Guide

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com compares millions of points of data to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Downtown Birmingham, Birmingham, and the greater Birmingham area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and easy access to the parks, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Family-Friendly Rating

Renting with young children? Amongst all of the communities in Birmingham, this neighborhood has now become known as one of the best-regarded communities for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly neighborhoods have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. This includes features like parks, and access to the best-regarded education.

Outdoors Rating

Do you like parks and green spaces? Downtown Birmingham has come to be providing really good access to parks and outdoor amenities, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

Downtown Birmingham is amongst the finest high-end neighborhoods in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like saunas, pools, sport courts, maid services, gardens, nearby parks, and kitchen details like granite and high-end fixtures. Luxury communities also often offer hardwood floors and fireplaces, access to sports facilities like golf, raquetball, and tennis, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.

Pet Friendly Rating

Dog and cat owners, listen up! this area is now ranked as one of the finest submarkets for pet owners who rent, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Birmingham

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Downtown Birmingham area of Birmingham, AL?

As of today, September 17, 2026, there are currently 620 available Downtown Birmingham apartments priced from $595 to $14,545, with an average monthly rent of $1,713.

How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Birmingham?

There are currently 88 Studio Apartments in Downtown Birmingham with rent ranges from $625 to $2,402 with an average price of $1,194.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Birmingham Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Birmingham ranges from $695 to $14,545 with an average monthly rent of $1,571.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Birmingham cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Birmingham range from $595 to $3,918. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,932.

How expensive are Downtown Birmingham Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 49 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Birmingham on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,039 to $4,221 - averaging $2,429 for the location.

Expert Rental Resources

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.