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University Ridge Apartments
1321 17th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Five Points South Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $600 (90 Rentals)
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2325 10th Ct S
BirminghamAL35205
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Terrace Apartments
2141 17th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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DMG Mountainside
101 Penthouse DrBirmingham, AL 35205
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The Marshall on 3rd
302 13th St SBirmingham, AL 35233
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The Dulion
2030 11th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Glen Iris Arms
1620 11th Pl SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Places at Red Rocks
1534 17th StBirmingham, AL 35205
1504 12th St S
BirminghamAL35205
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The LaSalle
2020 11th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Tower on Tenth
2021 10th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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The Ashton
1524 14th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Silver Oak
1144 16th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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The Irish
1200 18th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Element 26
1608-1620 14th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Melrose Place
1501 15th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Townview
1517 16th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Thomas Jefferson Towers
1623 2nd Ave NBirmingham, AL 35203
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Piedmont Terrace
1331-1355 14th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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20 Midtown
2014 3rd Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233
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Flanagan Flats
633 Idlewild CirBirmingham, AL 35205
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Advenir at Station 121
2000 2nd Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233
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University Place
951 18th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Ramsay Apartments
1761 13th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Southside Station
401 19th St SBirmingham, AL 35233
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Carriage Court
1812 4th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233
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Citizen Birmingham
300 18th St SBirmingham, AL 35233
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1736 15th Ave S, Unit 3
1736 15th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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The Ellys
1101 10th Plz SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Merry Rowe
1629 14th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Magnolia South Apartment Homes
1028 22nd St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Drake and Madrid
1931 15th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Park Manor
1301 20th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Southridge Apartments
2133 16th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Magnolia Court
1147 14th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Highland Towers
2257 Highland Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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The Bellows
1438 18th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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The Cordelle
1415 13th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Davis House
1117 23rd St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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The Hillside Apartments
1521 17th StBirmingham, AL 35205
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Wilbur
1605 12th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Sutton House
1416 14th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Saint Charles
1420 18th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Tivoli
1141 14th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Hermosa
1127 23rd St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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South Hill - Five Points
1332 14th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Kisor Flats
1426 18th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Silverado
1340 14th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Stratford
1000-1010 18th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Oak Hill Apartments
1926 16th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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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 | $1,228 | $625 | $2,208 |
| Five Points South 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,537 | $695 | $4,309 |
| Five Points South 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,962 | $960 | $5,938 |
| Five Points South 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,036 | $1,187 | $2,750 |
| Five Points South 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,351 | $799 | $2,300 |
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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 Studio unit found at University Ridge Apartments priced from $625. Southridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $740. Here are the most affordable Five Points South apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Ridge Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $625 |
| Southridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $740 |
| The Cordelle | Studio Apartment, Ground Level, Corner | Studio,1BA | $765 |
| Terrace Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath - Ground Level | 1BR,1BA | $770 |
| The Hillside Apartments | 1 Bed / 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $775 |
| Tivoli | Units 1-4, 6-7, 11-13 1 BR / 1 BTH | 1BR,1BA | $793 |
| DMG Mountainside | Mtn One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $798 |
| The Marshall on 3rd | 4BR/4BA - D1 | 4BR,4BA | $799 |
| Kisor Flats | C-D 1 BR / 1 BTH | 1BR,1BA | $808 |
| The Dulion | Medium Studio | Studio,1BA | $810 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Five Points South, AL
As of March 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Five Points South area is the $0.93 price per square foot 2x1 [5th Floor] Model at Terrace Court Apartments in the in the Smithfield neighborhood starting from $1,193. The second greatest value Five Points South apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Places at Red Rocks starting at $1,300 with a $1.19 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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| Terrace Court Apartments | 2x1 [5th Floor] | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Places at Red Rocks | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| The Cecil | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom, Ground Floor | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| DMG Mountainside | Mtn Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.21 |
| The Ivy | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Top Level | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| McCormic 2 | 2.5 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Laurelton Oaks | 1.5 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Utilities B... | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Southridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Manor Village | 2x1 [2nd Floor] | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Fitzgerald | 5-9 1 BR / 1 BTH | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
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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 $810.
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 $1,870.
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 164 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 $817 which is $1,053 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Five Points South.
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