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Thomas Jefferson Towers
1623 2nd Ave NBirmingham, AL 35203
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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 | $1,552 | $1,206 | $2,135 |
| East Thomas 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,644 | $599 | $3,328 |
| East Thomas 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,199 | $640 | $3,610 |
| East Thomas 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,120 | $900 | $5,235 |
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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. Southbrook Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $725. 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 |
| Southbrook Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $725 |
| 1512 11th Ave N | Standard | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| Thomas Jefferson Towers | The Cabana | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Lumen in Birmingham | S1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,099 |
| Flats on 4th | Sutton Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,206 |
| The Kessler Lofts - Parking Included! | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,349 |
| The Ellys | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,379 |
| The 600 | A2F | 1BR,1BA | $1,435 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Thomas, AL
As of September 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Thomas area is the $1.81 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Ideal Building in the in the Smithfield neighborhood starting from $2,450. The second greatest value East Thomas apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at Jemison Flats starting at $1,499 with a $1.63 price per square foot in the Smithfield 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ideal Building | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.81 |
| Jemison Flats | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| The Kessler Lofts - Parking Included! | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| Southbrook Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $0.84 |
| 1512 11th Ave N | Standard | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
| Alight Birmingham | 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH | 2BR,2BA | $0.77 |
| The Ellys | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Thomas Jefferson Towers | The Grand | 2BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| 2 4th Ct N, Unit A | 2 4th Ct N | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Pointe Arlington | 2/1.00 | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Thomas, Birmingham, AL
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Among cities in Alabama for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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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 the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Thomas?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Thomas is at Flats on 4th listed at $1,206.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Thomas Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Thomas Apartment is $700 at Pointe Arlington.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Thomas Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Thomas is starting from $725 at Southbrook Apartments.
What is the most affordable East Thomas Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap East Thomas Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Pointe Arlington and starts from $900.
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