Cheap Homes for Rent in Five Points South Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $800 (5 Rentals)

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property at 1801 2nd Ave N

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1801 2nd Ave N
BirminghamAL35203

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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 McCormic II Apartments priced from $579. University Ridge Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $625. Here are the most affordable Five Points South apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
McCormic II ApartmentsStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$579
University Ridge ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$625
The Delacroix0 Beds, 1 BathsStudio,1BA$750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Five Points South, AL

As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Five Points South area is the $1.26 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Ideal Building in the in the Smithfield neighborhood starting from $1,695. The second greatest value Five Points South apartment is the 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom, Top Floor Model at The Cecil starting at $1,233 with a $1.24 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Ideal Building2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.26
The Cecil2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom, Top Floor2BR,1BA$1.24
Terrace Court1x1 [2nd Floor]1BR,1BA$1.06
The Marshall on 5th2BR/2BA - B22BR,2BA$1.08
Southside Manor2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment with Washer/Dryer2BR,1BA$1.21
Laurelton Oaks1.5 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Utilities B...1BR,1BA$1.26
The Marshall on 3rd2BR/2BA - B22BR,2BA$1.06
Places at Red Rocks1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.13
Grandview2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1.29
Stratford1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Second Level1BR,1BA$1.28

Frequently Asked Questions about Five Points South

What type of rentals are currently available in Five Points South?

There are currently 187 Apartments for Rent in Five Points South, AL with pricing that ranges from $579 to $8,156. There are also 57 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Five Points South ranging from $800 to $2,900.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Five Points South?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Five Points South ranges from $800 to $2,900 with an average monthly rent of $1,745.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Five Points South?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Five Points South range from $1,029 to $3,051, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $2,900. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,795 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $659.

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