
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fairview Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $300 (36 Rentals)
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1012 40th St Ensley

1024 40th St Ensley

908 9th St SW

1348 41st Street Ensley, Unit b

Pointe Arlington

Fountain Blue

908 4th Ave W

1228 Fulton Ave SW
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1001 21st Street Ensley, Unit B

519 Ave X

1100 Cotton Ave SW, Unit b

5512 Ter Q

Park Estates Duplexes

1515 45th St Ensley

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Deer Park

413 Fulton Ave SW
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The View on Cotton

914 14th St SW

408 Tuscaloosa Ave

2028 Lee Terrace SW

University Crossings

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1045 57th St

324 15th Ave W

1344 43rd Street Ensley
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219 12th St W

1228 Tuscaloosa Ave

1782 McMillon Ave

1532 31st St Ensley

1429 Warrior Rd

1508 Dennison Ave SW

4724 Court R

732 AVENUE F F Ave

Tuxedo Park Apartments
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Fairview, Birmingham, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fairview?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairview 1 Bedroom Apartments | $723 | $595 | $900 |
| Fairview 2 Bedroom Apartments | $773 | $580 | $1,100 |
| Fairview 3 Bedroom Apartments | $900 | $900 | $900 |
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There are currently 36 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Fairview Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL.
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Cheapest Available Fairview Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fairview area of Birmingham, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at 914 14th St SW priced from $600. Pointe Arlington has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable Fairview apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 914 14th St SW | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| Pointe Arlington | 1/1.00 | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Fountain Blue | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| Park Estates Duplexes | 1 bedroom x 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairview, AL
As of June 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fairview area is the $0.98 price per square foot 2x1.5 Model at Fountain Blue in the in the West End neighborhood starting from $800. The second greatest value Fairview apartment is the 1001 21st Street Ensley Model at 1001 21st Street Ensley, Unit B starting at $750 with a $1.07 price per square foot in the Sherman Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairview apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fountain Blue | 2x1.5 | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.98 |
| 1001 21st Street Ensley, Unit B | 1001 21st Street Ensley | 2BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Park Estates Duplexes | 1 bedroom x 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| 914 14th St SW | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Pointe Arlington | 1/1.00 | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fairview Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Fairview Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Fairview Apartment is $600 at 914 14th St SW.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Fairview Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Fairview is starting from $800 at Fountain Blue.
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