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

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property at 2428 21st Ave N

2428 21st Ave N

BirminghamAL35234
property at 2428 21st Ave N

2428 21st Ave N

BirminghamAL35234

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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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. Duke Complex has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable Downtown Birmingham apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
University Ridge ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$625
Duke Complex1x11BR,1BA$700
Montrose and MontclairStudio Apartment - MontroseStudio,1BA$735
Southridge Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$740
TivoliUnits 8-10, 12-15 1 BR / 1 BTH1BR,1BA$749
Element 261x1 [1st Floor, Street Facing]1BR,1BA$752
Rhodes Villas1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Ground Level1BR,1BA$795
Stratford1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Ground Level1BR,1BA$797
DMG MountainsideMtn One Bedroom1BR,1BA$799
Silver OakStudioStudio,1BA$799

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Birmingham, AL

As of September 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Birmingham area is the $1.14 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Places at Red Rocks in the in the Smithfield neighborhood starting from $1,250. The second greatest value Downtown Birmingham apartment is the 1412 11th St S Model at 1412 11th St S, Unit #23 starting at $995 with a $1.09 price per square foot in the Woodland Park 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.
Places at Red Rocks2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.14
1412 11th St S, Unit #231412 11th St S2BR,1BA$1.09
1512 11th Ave NStandard2BR,1.5BA$0.94
Alight Birmingham2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH2BR,2BA$0.77
Lakeview1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.22
Duke Complex1x11BR,1BA$0.88
Park PlaceWisteria1BR,1BA$1.17
Clairmont Hill2 Bedroom / 1.5 Bathroom Apartment2BR,1.5BA$1.21
Southridge Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.99
Highland Court1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment - Type B1BR,1BA$1.20

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Birmingham, Birmingham, AL

Ranked #1

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Birmingham

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Birmingham?

There are currently 444 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Birmingham, AL with pricing that ranges from $580 to $5,893. There are also 185 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Birmingham ranging from $725 to $4,995.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Birmingham?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Birmingham ranges from $725 to $4,995 with an average monthly rent of $2,128.

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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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

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Hard truth. Moving is never easy. I’ve done it all – from local moves to cross-country relocations From packing to unpacking the last box, I have found moving to be an exhausting, expensive and stressful experience every time.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.