
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forest Park-South Avondale Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $600 (59 Rentals)
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The Sheraton

5th Avenue Apartments

915 40th St S

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Highland Cliffs

1227 29th St S

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Cliff Terrace

3350 Altamont Rd, Unit E11, Unit E11

Highland Riviera

The 700
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The Avondale Apartments

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Linwood Park

Axel Row Apartments

1208 34th St S, Unit 3, Unit 3

Park 35 on Clairmont

Crestwood Hills

Montrose and Montclair

Cliff Place

Celeste Manor

Clairmont Hill
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Cliff Highlands

Cavalier

Park Hill Apartments

Chateau Avalon

Top of the Cliff

The Cliffs

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Avondale Forest
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Strata

Cliff Corners

Southcrest

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Redwood Manor

Altamont Cliffs

Ascent on 34th
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Avondwell

Avondale Point

Fourth

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Skyline

Cliff Manor
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Forest Park-South Avondale, Birmingham, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Forest Park-South Avondale?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Park-South Avondale Studio Apartments | $981 | $773 | $1,681 |
| Forest Park-South Avondale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,268 | $818 | $2,100 |
| Forest Park-South Avondale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,782 | $895 | $2,650 |
| Forest Park-South Avondale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,111 | $1,925 | $5,065 |
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There are currently 59 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Forest Park-South Avondale Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL.
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Cheapest Available Forest Park-South Avondale Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Forest Park-South Avondale area of Birmingham, AL is a Studio unit found at Montrose and Montclair priced from $764. Carlisle Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $773. Here are the most affordable Forest Park-South Avondale apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Montrose and Montclair | Studio Apartment - Montclair | Studio,1BA | $764 |
| Carlisle Terrace | Studio Apartment, Type B, Courtyard Facing | Studio,1BA | $773 |
| Cliff Place | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Top Level | 1BR,1BA | $787 |
| The Sheraton | Medium Studio | Studio,1BA | $810 |
| 5th Avenue Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment - W/D | 1BR,1BA | $845 |
| The Cliffs | 1x1 [1st Floor, W/D Connects] | 1BR,1BA | $868 |
| Highland Cliffs | 1x1 [Renovated, 2nd Floor, Corner, no W/D] | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Cliff Terrace | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, W/D, Unrenovated | 1BR,1BA | $921 |
| Avondale Point | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment - 4420 Building | 2BR,1BA | $1,063 |
| Highland Riviera | 1x1 Corner Highland Riviera - Bottom - Type 2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,080 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Park-South Avondale, AL
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forest Park-South Avondale area is the $1.28 price per square foot Penthouse Model at The 700 in the in the Southside Birmingham neighborhood starting from $2,020. The second greatest value Forest Park-South Avondale apartment is the 1208 34th St S Model at 1208 34th St S, Unit 3 starting at $1,350 with a $1.45 price per square foot in the Southside Birmingham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Forest Park-South Avondale apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The 700 | Penthouse | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.28 |
| 1208 34th St S, Unit 3 | 1208 34th St S | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.45 |
| Linwood Park | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| The Avondale Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Avondale Point | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment - 4420 Building | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| The Cliffs | 1x1 [1st Floor, W/D Connects] | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Highland Cliffs | 1x1 [Renovated, 2nd Floor, W/D] | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Carlisle Terrace | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| 5th Avenue Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Cliff Place | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Top Level | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Forest Park-South Avondale Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Forest Park-South Avondale?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Forest Park-South Avondale is under $1,080.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Forest Park-South Avondale?
The cheapest apartment in Forest Park-South Avondale is Cliff Place which is listed at $787, while the average apartment in Forest Park-South Avondale costs $2,695.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Forest Park-South Avondale?
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 7 regular apartments in Forest Park-South Avondale 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 Forest Park-South Avondale?
Cheap apartments in Forest Park-South Avondale have an average cost of $598 which is $2,097 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Forest Park-South Avondale.
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