Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Ensley Highlands Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $400 (55 Rentals)

How Many Bedrooms?Done
Select your price rangeDone
to
Note: Properties with the Total Monthly Price badge include all required fees. Hover over the badge for details.
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 Ensley Highlands area of Birmingham.

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

A Local Experts Guide to The Best Affordable Neighborhoods in the Birmingham, AL area for affordable living. Find your perfect Birmingham apartment, condo, or rental home today at ApartmentHomeliving.com

Read Article
property at 3118 Avenue Q

$925

Total Monthly Price

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent
$925
Total Monthly Price
$925

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Now

3118 Avenue Q

BirminghamAL35208
close
View Me
Deer Park
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Deer Park

304 16th Plz SWBirmingham, AL 35211
close
View Me
914 14th St SW
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

914 14th St SW

914 14th St SWBirmingham, AL 35211

Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Find income-restricted rentals and housing subsidies. Explore government programs designed to help low-income families secure stable, affordable housing.

Read Article
close
View Me
Vines at Hillside
2 Bedroom Apartments

Vines at Hillside

5817 Monte Sano Rd 9Birmingham, AL 35228

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

Read Article
close
View Me
Westbury Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Westbury Apartments

3225 Ave S Apartment HBirmingham, AL 35208
Corporate Housing
  • Utilities Included
close
View Me
5710 Monte Sano Dr
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

5710 Monte Sano Dr

5710 Monte Sano DrBirmingham, AL 35228

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

Read Article

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
Showing Results 1-50, Page 1 of 2

Ensley Highlands, Birmingham, AL Local Guide

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 914 14th St SW priced from $600. Pinehaven West has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable Ensley Highlands apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
914 14th St SW1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$600
Pinehaven West1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$700
Vines at Hillside2 Bed, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$799
Fountain Blue2x1.52BR,1BA$800
5710 Monte Sano Dr2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$950
Park Terrace Apartments1/1.001BR,1BA$1,015

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ensley Highlands, AL

As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ensley Highlands area is the $0.91 price per square foot 120 Jerry Coleman St Model at 120 Jerry Coleman St, Unit 120 B in the in the Five Points West neighborhood starting from $875. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
120 Jerry Coleman St, Unit 120 B120 Jerry Coleman St2BR,1BA$0.91
Vines at Hillside2 Bed, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.94
Fountain Blue2x1.52BR,1.5BA$0.98
Pinehaven West1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.99
5710 Monte Sano Dr2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$1.36
Park Terrace Apartments1/1.001BR,1BA$2.03

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

Read Article
Decorative image

Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

Read Article
Decorative image

Quick Rent Budget Calculator

How much rent can you afford?

The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.

decorative image of people with a giant lease agreement

Best Local Schools in
Ensley Highlands, Birmingham, AL

School data provided by Great Schools

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 $600 at 914 14th St SW.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ensley Highlands Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ensley Highlands is starting from $799 at Vines at Hillside.

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 Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals article

Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

decorative image for Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It article

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

decorative image for Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention article

Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.