Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forest Park-South Avondale Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $600 (54 Rentals)

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Crestwood Hills
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Crestwood Hills

1274 B 49th Pl SBirmingham, AL 35222
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Cliff Place
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cliff Place

1316 33rd St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Clairmont Hill
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Clairmont Hill

3652 Clairmont AveBirmingham, AL 35222
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HIGHLAND HOUSE FLATS
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

HIGHLAND HOUSE FLATS

3053 Highland Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Altamont Cliffs
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Altamont Cliffs

1300 Altamont Way SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Cliff Highlands
1 Bedroom Apartments

Cliff Highlands

1313 34th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Top of the Cliff
1 Bedroom Apartments

Top of the Cliff

3400 Cliff RdBirmingham, AL 35205
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Chateau Avalon
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Chateau Avalon

3003 13th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205

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Cavalier
1 Bedroom Apartments

Cavalier

3121 Hillside AveBirmingham, AL 35205
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The Cliffs
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Cliffs

3320 Cliff Rd SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Montcalm
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Montcalm

2927 Highland Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Carlisle Terrace
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Carlisle Terrace

1223-1225 29th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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33rd Street Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

33rd Street Apartments

1514 33rd St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Highland Club
1 Bedroom Apartments

Highland Club

1200 30th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Strata
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Strata

3630 Clairmont Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222
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Southcrest
1 Bedroom Apartments

Southcrest

4226 5th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222
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Park Hill
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Park Hill

1301 S 33rd StBirmingham, AL 35205

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Redwood Manor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Redwood Manor

1417 33rd StBirmingham, AL 35205
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Cliff Corners
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cliff Corners

3300 Cliff RdBirmingham, AL 35205
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Redmont Square
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Redmont Square

1300 29th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Hillside Manor
2 Bedroom Apartments

Hillside Manor

3200 Hillside AveBirmingham, AL 35205
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Ascent on 34th
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ascent on 34th

1310 34th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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The Apollo
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Apollo

1331 34th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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The Fairways
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Fairways

1237-1245 38th St SBirmingham, AL 35222
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Avondale Forest
2 Bedroom Apartments

Avondale Forest

4340 2nd Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222

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Avondale Point
2 Bedroom Apartments

Avondale Point

4416 5th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222
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Fourth Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Fourth Apartments

3732 4th AveBirmingham, AL 35222
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Linwood Park
2 Bedroom Apartments

Linwood Park

4241 5th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222
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La Vista
1 Bedroom Apartments

La Vista

1240 38th St SBirmingham, AL 35222
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Avondale Glen
2 Bedroom Apartments

Avondale Glen

4226 2nd Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222
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Forest Park-South Avondale, Birmingham, AL Local Guide

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 $751. HIGHLAND HOUSE FLATS has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $795. Here are the most affordable Forest Park-South Avondale apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cliff PlaceStudio Apartment, LVPStudio,1BA$751
HIGHLAND HOUSE FLATS1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$795
Altamont Cliffs1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, 1308 and 1316...1BR,1BA$809
Top of the Cliff1x1 [1st Floor, No View]1BR,1BA$818
5th Avenue Apartments1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment1BR,1BA$824
The SheratonLarge StudioStudio,1BA$860
The Cliffs1x1 [Updated, 1st Floor, W/D Connects]1BR,1BA$888
Carlisle Terrace1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Courtyard Facing1BR,1BA$912
33rd Street Apartments2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment2BR,1BA$939
Highland Club1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Type B1BR,1BA$944

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Park-South Avondale, AL

As of October 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Forest Park-South Avondale area is the $1.29 price per square foot 1 Bedroom Model at The 700 in the in the Southside Birmingham neighborhood starting from $1,090. The second greatest value Forest Park-South Avondale apartment is the 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Flat, Classic Model at Hillside Manor starting at $987 with a $1.25 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The 7001 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.29
Hillside Manor2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Flat, Classic2BR,1BA$1.25
Fourth Apartments2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1.38
Spring Street Flats2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1.50
33rd Street Apartments2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1.37
The Cliffs1x1 [Updated, 1st Floor, W/D Connects]1BR,1BA$1.35
Altamont Cliffs1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, 1308 and 1316...1BR,1BA$1.24
Highland Club1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Type B1BR,1BA$1.45
Carlisle Terrace1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Courtyard Facing1BR,1BA$1.46
5th Avenue Apartments1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1.32

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Forest Park-South Avondale, Birmingham, AL

Ranked #43

Among cities in Alabama for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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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 $944.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Forest Park-South Avondale?

The cheapest apartment in Forest Park-South Avondale is HIGHLAND HOUSE FLATS which is listed at $795, while the average apartment in Forest Park-South Avondale costs $2,017.

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 9 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 $483 which is $1,534 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Forest Park-South Avondale.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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