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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ensley Highlands Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $483 (66 Rentals)
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1017-1033 17th St SWBirmingham, AL 35211
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Fountain Blue
1561 Pike RdBirmingham, AL 35218
1001 21st Street Ensley
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Serenity at Valley Creek
1012 33rd St SWBirmingham, AL 35221
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1120 Bessemer Rd, Unit B4
1120 Bessemer RdBirmingham, AL 35228
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1333 16th Pl SW
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1109 4th Ave W, Unit A and B
1109 4th Ave WBirmingham, AL 35204
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Deer Park
304 16th Plz SWBirmingham, AL 35211
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914 14th St SW
914 14th St SWBirmingham, AL 35211
3101 17th St W
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756 30th St SW
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Monroe Avenue Apartments
1400 Monroe Ave SWBirmingham, AL 35211
1045 57th St
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310 14th St SW
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1005 Valley Rd Pl
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Vines at Hillside
5817 Monte Sano Rd 9Birmingham, AL 35228
1228 Tuscaloosa Ave
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700 Attalla Pl
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1782 McMillon Ave
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1141 15th Pl SW
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1848 Alemeda Ave SW
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1720 Cullman Ave
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1545 29th Street Ensley
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
1229 8th Ave W, Birmingham, AL 35208
1229 8th Ave WBirmingham, AL 35208
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Westbury Apartments
3225 Ave S Apartment HBirmingham, AL 35208
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5710 Monte Sano Dr
5710 Monte Sano DrBirmingham, AL 35228
931 41st Street Ensley
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5609 Court O
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Ensley Highlands, Birmingham, AL Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ensley Highlands?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ensley Highlands 1 Bedroom Apartments | $867 | $650 | $1,015 |
| Ensley Highlands 2 Bedroom Apartments | $900 | $595 | $1,165 |
| Ensley Highlands 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,125 | $1,125 | $1,125 |
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Cheapest Available Ensley Highlands Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Ensley Highlands area of Birmingham, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Serenity at Valley Creek priced from $750. Vines at Hillside has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable Ensley Highlands apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serenity at Valley Creek | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Vines at Hillside | 2 Bed, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $799 |
| Fountain Blue | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| 1229 8th Ave W, Birmingham, AL 35208 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $925 |
| 5710 Monte Sano Dr | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $950 |
| Park Terrace Apartments | 1/1.00 | 1BR,1BA | $1,015 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ensley Highlands, AL
As of September 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ensley Highlands area is the $0.93 price per square foot 2BR/1.0BA Model at 1229 8th Ave W, Birmingham, AL 35208 in the in the Smithfield neighborhood starting from $925. The second greatest value Ensley Highlands apartment is the 2 Bed, 1 Bath Model at Vines at Hillside starting at $799 with a $0.94 price per square foot in the Five Points West neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ensley Highlands apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1229 8th Ave W, Birmingham, AL 35208 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Vines at Hillside | 2 Bed, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Fountain Blue | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.98 |
| Serenity at Valley Creek | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| 5710 Monte Sano Dr | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Park Terrace Apartments | 1/1.00 | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ensley Highlands Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ensley Highlands Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ensley Highlands Apartment is $750 at Serenity at Valley Creek.
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Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ensley Highlands is starting from $799 at Vines at Hillside.
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