1337 Alabama Ave SW
BirminghamAL35211
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Thomas Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $300 (21 Rentals)
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2032 Stouts Rd
BirminghamAL35234
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$700 - $9001 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Pointe Arlington
700 2nd St SWBirmingham, AL 35211
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1512 11th Ave N
1512 11th Ave NBirmingham, AL 35204
1512 11th Ave N
BirminghamAL35204
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1229 8th Ave W
BirminghamAL35208
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$899 - $1,5091 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Thomas Jefferson Towers
1623 2nd Ave NBirmingham, AL 35203
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1109 4th Ave W
BirminghamAL35204
207 9th Ave W
BirminghamAL35204
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$1,045 - $3,1041 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Parkside Apartments
1701 1st Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233
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Birmingham Neighborhood Breakdown: Where to Find the Cheapest Rent Without Sacrificing Livability
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East Thomas, Birmingham, AL Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Thomas?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Thomas Studio Apartments | $1,773 | $1,150 | $2,145 |
| East Thomas 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,644 | $625 | $3,328 |
| East Thomas 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,306 | $795 | $3,595 |
| East Thomas 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,558 | $900 | $3,460 |
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Cheapest Available East Thomas Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Thomas area of Birmingham, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Pointe Arlington priced from $700. 1512 11th Ave N has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable East Thomas apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pointe Arlington | 1/1.00 | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| 1512 11th Ave N | Standard | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| Thomas Jefferson Towers | The Cabana | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Parkside Apartments | A3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| The Ellys | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,149 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Thomas, AL
As of December 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Thomas area is the $1.74 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Ideal Building in the in the Smithfield neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value East Thomas apartment is the Bartley Model at Flats on 4th starting at $2,450 with a $1.94 price per square foot in the Woodland Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Thomas apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Ideal Building | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.74 |
| Flats on 4th | Bartley | 2BR,2BA | $1.94 |
| 1512 11th Ave N | Standard | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
| The Ellys | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Alight Birmingham | 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH | 2BR,2BA | $0.77 |
| Denham Lofts | Industrial One Bedroom Loft-A1HC, A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Parkside Apartments | A5 | 1BR,1BA | $2.36 |
| Thomas Jefferson Towers | The Zeppelin | 1BR,1BA | $1.98 |
| Jemison Flats | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| Pointe Arlington | 2/1.00 | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Thomas, Birmingham, AL
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Getting Around the East Thomas Neighborhood in Birmingham, AL
Walk Score®
29 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
25 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
27 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Thomas Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Thomas?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Thomas is under $1,495.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Thomas?
The cheapest apartment in East Thomas is Pointe Arlington which is listed at $700, while the average apartment in East Thomas costs $3,036.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Thomas?
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 East Thomas 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 Thomas?
Cheap apartments in East Thomas have an average cost of $290 which is $2,746 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Thomas.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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