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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Birmingham Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $300 (71 Rentals)
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1716 32nd Pl N
BirminghamAL35234
905 40th St S
BirminghamAL35222
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$800 - $1,500
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$568 - $1,268
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Market Lofts on Third
2225 3rd Ave NBirmingham, AL 35203
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1512 11th Ave N
1512 11th Ave NBirmingham, AL 35204
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$829 - $1,619
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$529 - $1,319
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The Frank
201 20th St NBirmingham, AL 35203
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Lakeview
724 29th St SBirmingham, AL 35233
915 40th St S
BirminghamAL35222
2608 20th Ave N
BirminghamAL35234
1911 19th Ct N
BirminghamAL35234
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$942 - $1,5191 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Park Place
600 24th St NBirmingham, AL 35203
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$953 - $1,598
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$911 - $1,556
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Clairview Apartments
2933 Clairmont AveBirmingham, AL 35205
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$999 - $2,239
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$994 - $2,234
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Thomas Jefferson Towers
1623 2nd Ave NBirmingham, AL 35203
3909 39th Ct N
BirminghamAL35217
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Bankhead Towers
2300 5th Ave NBirmingham, AL 35203
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$1,040 - $2,950
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$965 - $2,875
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Met on 7th
2900 7th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233
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$1,087 - $14,545
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$1,070 - $14,528
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The Dagny
2218 1st Ave NBirmingham, AL 35203
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The 700
700 34th St SBirmingham, AL 35222
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$1,098 - $1,204
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$1,056 - $1,162
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$42
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$1,098 - $1,204
Linwood Park
4241 5th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222
1912 24th St N
BirminghamAL35234
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$1,103 - $1,195
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$1,071 - $1,163
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5th Avenue Apartment
3800 5th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222
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$1,128 - $3,875
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$928 - $3,675
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$200
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$1,128 - $3,875
20 Midtown
2014 3rd Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233
1515 36th Pl N
BirminghamAL35234
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$1,150 - $1,980
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$1,100 - $1,930
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The William
1911 3rd Ave NBirmingham, AL 35203
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$1,179 - $2,875
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$1,104 - $2,800
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$75
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Lakeview Green
2901 4th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233
3920 39th Ave N
BirminghamAL35217
3913 37th Ave N
BirminghamAL35217
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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
Birmingham Neighborhood Breakdown: Where to Find the Cheapest Rent Without Sacrificing Livability
A Local Experts Guide to The Best Affordable Neighborhoods in the Birmingham, AL area for affordable living. Find your perfect Birmingham apartment, condo, or rental home today at ApartmentHomeliving.com
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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
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Clairmont Apartments
2930 Clairmont Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
1732 32nd Pl N
BirminghamAL35234
2113 23rd St N
BirminghamAL35234
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Clairmont Hill
3652 Clairmont AveBirmingham, AL 35222
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Avondale
4332 5th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222
4231 40th Ave N
BirminghamAL35217
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Studio Apartments
3015 Clairmont Ave S
3015 Clairmont Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
2212 20th St N
BirminghamAL35234
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Lofts at American Life
2308-2316 4th Ave NBirmingham, AL 35203
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Uptown Square
2300 21st Ave NBirmingham, AL 35234
3900 38th Ave N
BirminghamAL35217
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Avondale Forest
4340 2nd Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222
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Saint Anne
2925 Clairmont Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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South Hill
909 30th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Strata
3630 Clairmont Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222
804 42nd St N
BirminghamAL35212
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Southcrest
4226 5th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222
1954 18th Pl N
BirminghamAL35234
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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 | $1,213 | $800 | $1,749 |
| East Birmingham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,595 | $890 | $10,000+ |
| East Birmingham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,032 | $595 | $8,235 |
| East Birmingham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,942 | $1,495 | $5,683 |
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There are currently 71 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Birmingham Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL.
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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 Studio unit found at The Frank priced from $829. Uptown Square has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable East Birmingham apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| The Frank | Studio 1 Bath-I | Studio,1BA | $829 |
| Uptown Square | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $900 |
| Lakeview | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Avondale Forest | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $902 |
| Saint Anne | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment - Updated | 1BR,1BA | $933 |
| Park Place | Jasmine | 1BR,1BA | $942 |
| South Hill | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $943 |
| Clairview Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $953 |
| Bankhead Towers | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,007 |
| Greenview | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,019 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Birmingham, AL
As of April 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Birmingham area is the $1.39 price per square foot Penthouse Model at The 700 in the in the Southside Birmingham neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value East Birmingham apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Fix Play Lofts starting at $1,799 with a $1.29 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. |
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| The 700 | Penthouse | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.39 |
| Fix Play Lofts | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Linden Avondale | Ulex | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Lakeview | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Avondale Forest | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Park Place | Jasmine | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Linwood Park | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| South Hill | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Uptown Square | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Saint Anne | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment - Updated | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
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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 $1,019.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Birmingham?
The cheapest apartment in East Birmingham is Lakeview which is listed at $900, while the average apartment in East Birmingham costs $2,755.
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 40 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 $290 which is $2,465 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Birmingham.
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