Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Birmingham Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $300 (173 Rentals)

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1504 12th St S

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Downtown Birmingham, Birmingham, AL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Birmingham Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Birmingham area of Birmingham, AL is a Studio unit found at University Ridge Apartments priced from $625. Silver Oak has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $725. Here are the most affordable Downtown Birmingham apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
University Ridge ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$625
Silver OakStudioStudio,1BA$725
Southridge Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$740
Element 261x1 [1st Floor, Street Facing]1BR,1BA$748
Cliff PlaceStudio Apartment, LVPStudio,1BA$751
The CordelleStudio Apartment, Ground LevelStudio,1BA$755
SilveradoStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$762
Terrace Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath - Ground Level1BR,1BA$770
The Hillside Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$775
Charleston Court1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Ground Level1BR,1BA$778

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Birmingham, AL

As of November 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Birmingham area is the $1.19 price per square foot 2.5 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment Model at McCormic II Apartments in the in the Smithfield neighborhood starting from $1,099. The second greatest value Downtown Birmingham apartment is the 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment Model at Southside Manor starting at $1,081 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the Smithfield neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Birmingham apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
McCormic II Apartments2.5 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1.19
Southside Manor2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1.20
1512 11th Ave NStandard2BR,1.5BA$0.94
Lakeview1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.11
3919 38th Ave N, Unit 39193919 38th Ave N2BR,1BA$1.19
Park PlaceWisteria1BR,1BA$1.17
Southridge Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.99
The Wright1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Unit C1BR,1BA$1.20
Highland Court1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment - Type B1BR,1BA$1.19
Parkview1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1.22

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Alabama, including Birmingham. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Birmingham Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Birmingham?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Birmingham is under $778.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Birmingham?

The cheapest apartment in Downtown Birmingham is Southridge Apartments which is listed at $740, while the average apartment in Downtown Birmingham costs $2,221.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Birmingham?

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 141 regular apartments in Downtown Birmingham 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 Downtown Birmingham?

Cheap apartments in Downtown Birmingham have an average cost of $835 which is $1,386 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Birmingham.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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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! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.