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1512 11th Ave NBirmingham, AL 35204
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2225 3rd Ave NBirmingham, AL 35203
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Lakeview
724 29th St SBirmingham, AL 35233
2813 31st Ave N
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1801 2nd Ave N
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The Frank
201 20th St NBirmingham, AL 35203
1515 36th Pl N
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Bankhead Towers
2300 5th Ave NBirmingham, AL 35203
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South Hill (Highland Park)
909 30th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
2801 33rd St N, Unit 2803
2801 33rd St N
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The Ellison
2000 2nd Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233
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2218 1st Ave NBirmingham, AL 35203
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The 700
700 34th St SBirmingham, AL 35222
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Thomas Jefferson Towers
1623 2nd Ave NBirmingham, AL 35203
4236 39th Ave N
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Linwood Park
4241 5th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222
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The William
1911 3rd Ave NBirmingham, AL 35203
4513 13th Ave N
BirminghamAL35212
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Met on 7th
2900 7th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233
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Birmingham Overlook
2712 31st Ave NBirmingham, AL 35207
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Norwood Oaks Apartments
1716 36th St NBirmingham, AL 35234
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Uptown Stadium
1440 21st St NBirmingham, AL 35234
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Crestwood Hills
1274 B 49th Pl SBirmingham, AL 35222
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Duke Complex
5013 9th Ct NBirmingham, AL 35212
737 47th St N
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2113 23rd St N
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Clairmont
2930 Clairmont Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Bon Villa Apartments
2400 19th Ave NBirmingham, AL 35234
2010 18th Pl N
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1917 18th Pl N
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Magnolia Creek
1908 18th Pl NBirmingham, AL 35234
1994 18th Pl N
BirminghamAL35234
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2012 18th Pl N
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The Avondale Apartments
4332 5th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222
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Clairmont Hill
3652 Clairmont AveBirmingham, AL 35222
813 46th St S
BirminghamAL35222
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Fourth
3732 4th AveBirmingham, AL 35222
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St. Anne
2925 Clairmont Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
4231 40th Ave N
BirminghamAL35217
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Clairmont Court Apartments
3015 Clairmont Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Uptown Square
2300 21st Ave NBirmingham, AL 35234
972 53rd St N
BirminghamAL35212
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East Birmingham, Birmingham, AL Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Birmingham?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Birmingham Studio Apartments | $1,364 | $800 | $1,825 |
| East Birmingham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,727 | $843 | $10,000+ |
| East Birmingham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,096 | $595 | $4,213 |
| East Birmingham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,975 | $1,557 | $4,836 |
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Cheapest Available East Birmingham Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Birmingham area of Birmingham, AL is a 2 Beds unit found at Bon Villa Apartments priced from $795. Magnolia Creek has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable East Birmingham apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bon Villa Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
| Magnolia Creek | Unit 1909 | 2BR,1BA | $799 |
| 5th Avenue Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $843 |
| Lakeview | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $890 |
| Uptown Square | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $899 |
| The Frank | Studio 1 Bath-J | Studio,1BA | $989 |
| Park Place | Willow | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
| Bankhead Towers | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,007 |
| South Hill (Highland Park) | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| The Dagny | 1 Bedoom | 1BR,1BA | $1,087 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Birmingham, AL
As of July 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Birmingham area is the $1.70 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Ideal Building in the in the Smithfield neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value East Birmingham apartment is the Magnolia Model at Park Place starting at $1,246 with a $1.26 price per square foot in the Smithfield neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Birmingham apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ideal Building | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| Park Place | Magnolia | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Magnolia Creek | Unit 1909 | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| The 700 | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Lakeview | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Bon Villa Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Linwood Park | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| South Hill (Highland Park) | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Uptown Square | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Thomas Jefferson Towers | The Zeppelin | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
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This website is proud to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities and towns across the United States including East Birmingham, Birmingham, and the greater Birmingham area. 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 easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Birmingham Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Birmingham?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Birmingham is under $1,087.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Birmingham?
The cheapest apartment in East Birmingham is Lakeview which is listed at $890, while the average apartment in East Birmingham costs $2,900.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East 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 34 regular apartments in East 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 East Birmingham?
Cheap apartments in East Birmingham have an average cost of $383 which is $2,517 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Birmingham.
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Birmingham Neighborhood Breakdown: Where to Find the Cheapest Rent Without Sacrificing Livability
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