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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Five Points South Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $400 (38 Rentals)
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1124 Cullom St S
BirminghamAL35205
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University Place
951 18th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Mountainside Apartments
101 Penthouse DrBirmingham, AL 35205
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The Hillside Apartments
1521 17th StBirmingham, AL 35205
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Terrace Apartments
2141 17th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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The LaSalle
2020 11th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Monroe Crest Apartments
1933 16th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Tower on Tenth
2021 10th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Silver Oak
1144 16th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Thomas Jefferson Towers
1623 2nd Ave NBirmingham, AL 35203
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Five Points South, Birmingham, AL Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Five Points South?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Five Points South Studio Apartments | $1,423 | $745 | $2,889 |
| Five Points South 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,608 | $788 | $4,565 |
| Five Points South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,976 | $935 | $5,893 |
| Five Points South 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,988 | $1,299 | $2,630 |
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Cheapest Available Five Points South Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Five Points South area of Birmingham, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Southridge Apartments priced from $740. University Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $799. Here are the most affordable Five Points South apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $740 |
| University Place | Small Studio | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| Mountainside Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| The Hillside Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
| The Fitzgerald in Five Points | 5-9 1 BR / 1 BTH | 1BR,1BA | $816 |
| Glen Iris Arms | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Top Level, Co... | 1BR,1BA | $818 |
| Cedar South | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Ground Level | 1BR,1BA | $840 |
| The Cordelle | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Top Level | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| The Richmond | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, A | 1BR,1BA | $851 |
| Fox Hall | 1x1-A | 1BR,1BA | $863 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Five Points South, AL
As of June 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Five Points South area is the $1.29 price per square foot Two Bedroom B Model at Mountainside Apartments in the in the West End neighborhood starting from $1,229. The second greatest value Five Points South apartment is the 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment Model at Southside Manor starting at $1,128 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the Smithfield neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Five Points South apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Mountainside Apartments | Two Bedroom B | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
| Southside Manor | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Phares | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| The View on 18th | 2BR / 1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| The Larisa | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Ground Level | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Southridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| The Fitzgerald in Five Points | 5-9 1 BR / 1 BTH | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Element 26 | 2x1 [2nd Floor, Corner, Parking Lot Facing] | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Cedar South | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Ground Level | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Monroe Crest Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment with Washer/Dryer | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
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Getting Around the Five Points South Neighborhood in Birmingham, AL
Walk Score®
86 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
44 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
35 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Five Points South Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Five Points South?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Five Points South is under $863.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Five Points South?
The cheapest apartment in Five Points South is Southridge Apartments which is listed at $740, while the average apartment in Five Points South costs $2,075.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Five Points South?
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 48 regular apartments in Five Points South 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 Five Points South?
Cheap apartments in Five Points South have an average cost of $359 which is $1,716 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Five Points South.
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