
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forest Park-South Avondale Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $600 (69 Rentals)
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The Sheraton

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Montrose and Montclair

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Celeste Manor

5th Avenue Apartments

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Top of the Cliff

1227 29th St S

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Highland Club

The 700

Highland Riviera
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Cliff Terrace

1208 34th St S, Unit 3

Axel Row Apartments

The Station at Crestline Heights

1425 33rd St S

5102 Station Dr, Unit 1313

Park 35 on Clairmont

5102 Station Dr, Unit 1203

5102 Station Dr, Unit 1309

5102 Station Dr, Unit 2118
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4904 12th Terrace S, Unit 207

Crestwood Hills

Cliff Place

Highland House

Clairmont Hill

The Avondale Apartments

Altamont Cliffs
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Cliff Highlands

The Cliffs

Park Hill Apartments

Stonehenge at Crestline Apartments

Avondale Forest

Cavalier

33rd Street Apartments

Strata

Southcrest

Redmont Square
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Cliff Corners

Chateau Avalon

Summit on 34th

Fourth Apartments

Redwood Manor

Ascent on 34th

The Apollo

Avondwell

Avondale Point
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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 | $855 | $780 | $983 |
| Forest Park-South Avondale 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,342 | $831 | $2,995 |
| Forest Park-South Avondale 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,266 | $1,325 | $5,811 |
| Forest Park-South Avondale 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,776 | $1,850 | $4,320 |
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There are currently 69 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 Cliff Place priced from $763. Carlisle Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $780. Here are the most affordable Forest Park-South Avondale apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cliff Place | Studio Apartment, LVP | Studio,1BA | $763 |
| Carlisle Terrace | Studio Apartment, Type A, Courtyard Facing | Studio,1BA | $780 |
| The Sheraton | Medium Studio | Studio,1BA | $810 |
| Cliff Highlands | 1x1 [Patio] | 1BR,1BA | $826 |
| Celeste Manor | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $831 |
| Top of the Cliff | 1x1 [2nd Floor, View] | 1BR,1BA | $890 |
| Avondale Forest | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $916 |
| Montrose and Montclair | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment - Montrose | 1BR,1BA | $939 |
| Redmont Square | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $962 |
| Summit on 34th | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Park-South Avondale, AL
As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forest Park-South Avondale area is the $1.27 price per square foot Penthouse Model at The 700 in the in the Southside Birmingham neighborhood starting from $2,000. 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 | $1.27 |
| 1208 34th St S, Unit 3 | 1208 34th St S | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.45 |
| Fourth Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment - AFH VLI | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Avondale Forest | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Spring Street Flats | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Highland Club | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Type B | 1BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Montrose and Montclair | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment - Montrose | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Cliff Highlands | 1x1 [Patio] | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Summit on 34th | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| Celeste Manor | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
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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 $990.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Forest Park-South Avondale?
The cheapest apartment in Forest Park-South Avondale is Cliff Highlands which is listed at $826, 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 10 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 $733 which is $1,962 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Forest Park-South Avondale.
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