Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Echo Highlands Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $500 (23 Rentals)

How Many Bedrooms?Done
Select your price rangeDone
to
Lifestyle Matching SearchDone
Learn more about Lifestyle Search
By AmenitiesDone
By Community TypeDone
Features and AvailabilityDone
Done

Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Echo Highlands area of Birmingham.

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

Read Article
close
View Me
The Park at Sunderland
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Park at Sunderland

660 Valley Crest DrBirmingham, AL 35215
Student Housing

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Thinking about getting a co-signer for your rental application? We break down what a co-signer is, the potential benefits, and the serious risks for both parties. Find out if it's the right choice for you.

Read Article
close
View Me
Summer Rise
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Summer Rise

1967 E Bend CirBirmingham, AL 35215
  • Utilities Included

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

When searching for a roommate, follow this list of essential steps and set clear expectations to create a solid foundation for a harmonious living situation.

Read Article
Showing Results 1-23, Page 1 of 1

Cheapest Available Echo Highlands Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Echo Highlands area of Birmingham, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Springville Landing Apartments priced from $530. Madison Park Apartments & Townhomes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $665. Here are the most affordable Echo Highlands apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Springville Landing Apartments1x11BR,1BA$530
Madison Park Apartments & TownhomesA1 StudioStudio,1BA$665
Candy Mountain Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$695
The PointeOne bedroom1BR,1BA$700
Hillcrest Apartments2 Bed / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$725

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Echo Highlands, AL

As of April 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Echo Highlands area is the $1.16 price per square foot 3BR/1.5 BA Flat (Small) Model at Carson Crest Apartments & Townhomes in the in the East Pinson Valley neighborhood starting from $1,450. The second greatest value Echo Highlands apartment is the 3x1.5 Model at Springville Landing Apartments starting at $665 with a $0.65 price per square foot in the Spring Lake neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Echo Highlands apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Carson Crest Apartments & Townhomes3BR/1.5 BA Flat (Small)3BR,1.5BA$1.16
Springville Landing Apartments3x1.53BR,1.5BA$0.65
The Raintree Apartments2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.13
Center Pointe LandingsB32BR,2BA$1.28
Park at Carson2x2 The Carson 858sf 2/22BR,2BA$0.99
Candy Mountain Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$0.93
Hillcrest Apartments2 Bed / 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.99
The PointeOne bedroom1BR,1BA$1.04
Pineview1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.17
The Woodford1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.22

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Echo Highlands Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Echo Highlands?

The cheapest apartment in Echo Highlands is Springville Landing Apartments which is listed at $530, while the average apartment in Echo Highlands costs $1,595.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Echo Highlands?

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 23 regular apartments in Echo Highlands 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 Echo Highlands?

Cheap apartments in Echo Highlands have an average cost of $430 which is $1,165 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Echo Highlands.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

decorative image for Birmingham Neighborhood Breakdown: Where to Find the Cheapest Rent Without Sacrificing Livability article

Birmingham Neighborhood Breakdown: Where to Find the Cheapest Rent Without Sacrificing Livability

Written by: Larry Allen

Hi. Larry Allen here, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Birmingham, AL.

decorative image for What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much article

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

decorative image for Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters article

Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

decorative image for 18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property article

18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.