
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Druid Hills Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $300 (66 Rentals)
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2032 Stouts Rd

The Murals on Niazuma

The Sheraton
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Tower on Tenth

Market Lofts on Third

Park Place

Lakeview

Thomas Jefferson Towers

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The 700

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Druid Hills, Birmingham, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Druid Hills?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Druid Hills Studio Apartments | $1,156 | $799 | $2,091 |
| Druid Hills 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,628 | $700 | $10,000+ |
| Druid Hills 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,183 | $695 | $3,595 |
| Druid Hills 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,385 | $900 | $5,375 |
| Druid Hills 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,285 | $2,064 | $2,434 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 66 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Druid Hills Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL.
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Cheapest Available Druid Hills Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Druid Hills area of Birmingham, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Pointe Arlington priced from $700. HIGHLAND HOUSE FLATS has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $795. Here are the most affordable Druid Hills apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pointe Arlington | 1/1.00 | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| HIGHLAND HOUSE FLATS | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| Market Lofts on Third | Studio - Design 2 | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| The Murals on Niazuma | 1 Bedroom C | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| 1512 11th Ave N | Standard | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| Highland Court | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment - Type B | 1BR,1BA | $843 |
| Lofts at American Life | 0/1 - Jefferson Floor Plan - 09 | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Tower on Tenth | Five Points | Studio,1BA | $851 |
| Donegal Place | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $854 |
| The Sheraton | Large Studio | Studio,1BA | $860 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Druid Hills, AL
As of October 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Druid Hills area is the $1.36 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Fix Play Lofts in the in the Smithfield neighborhood starting from $1,899. The second greatest value Druid Hills apartment is the Standard Model at 1512 11th Ave N starting at $800 with a $0.94 price per square foot in the Smithfield neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Druid Hills apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fix Play Lofts | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| 1512 11th Ave N | Standard | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
| Underwood Court | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Carol Court | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Alight Birmingham | 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH | 2BR,2BA | $0.77 |
| Lakeview | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| 3919 38th Ave N, Unit 3919 | 3919 38th Ave N | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Park Place | Wisteria | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Highland Court | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment - Type B | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Pointe Arlington | 2/1.00 | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDruid Hills, Birmingham, AL
Ranked #4
Among cities in Alabama for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com is happy to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States and customized analysis for Central Birmingham, AL. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, places to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Getting Around the Druid Hills Neighborhood in Birmingham, AL
Walk Score®
46 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
38 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
33 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Druid Hills Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Druid Hills?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Druid Hills is under $860.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Druid Hills?
The cheapest apartment in Druid Hills is Pointe Arlington which is listed at $700, while the average apartment in Druid Hills costs $2,221.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Druid Hills?
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 19 regular apartments in Druid Hills 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 Druid Hills?
Cheap apartments in Druid Hills have an average cost of $1,479 which is $742 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Druid Hills.
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