
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Eastlake Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $600 (17 Rentals)
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Twin Gates

7128 4th AV, S, Unit #B

7329 3rd Ave S

Union at Cooper Hill
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The Views at Irondale

Vue at Crestwood

Crestwood Green Apartments

201 70th St S

7005 2nd Ave S
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R Apartments @ 4th Avenue

7025 4th Ave S

Westridge Apartments East

7721 1st Avenue South

224 69th Pl N
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Village at Grants Mill
Eastlake, Birmingham, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Eastlake?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastlake Studio Apartments | $1,059 | $959 | $1,159 |
| Eastlake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,111 | $675 | $1,550 |
| Eastlake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,269 | $625 | $4,213 |
| Eastlake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,731 | $1,219 | $4,836 |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Eastlake Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL.
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Cheapest Available Eastlake Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Eastlake area of Birmingham, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Twin Gates priced from $675. Westridge Apartments East has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Eastlake apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twin Gates | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Westridge Apartments East | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Union at Cooper Hill | Hamilton | 2BR,1BA | $874 |
| Vue at Crestwood | The Cahaba | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| The Views at Irondale | 1-1 | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Eastlake, AL
As of July 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Eastlake area is the $1.04 price per square foot Calluna Model at Crestwood Green Apartments in the in the Woodlawn neighborhood starting from $1,219. The second greatest value Eastlake apartment is the 7805 3rd Ave S Model at 7805 3rd Ave S, Unit A starting at $1,100 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Woodlawn neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Eastlake apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crestwood Green Apartments | Calluna | 3BR,2BA | $1.04 |
| 7805 3rd Ave S, Unit A | 7805 3rd Ave S | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.00 |
| Union at Cooper Hill | Redmont | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| 7721 1st Avenue South | Apt 8 | 3BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Westridge Apartments East | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Vue at Crestwood | The Cahaba | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Twin Gates | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| Linwood Park | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| The Views at Irondale | 1-1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Eastlake Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Eastlake?
The cheapest apartment in Eastlake is Twin Gates which is listed at $675, while the average apartment in Eastlake costs $1,219.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Eastlake?
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 3 regular apartments in Eastlake 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 Eastlake?
Cheap apartments in Eastlake have an average cost of $473 which is $746 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Eastlake.
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