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property at 3350 Altamont Rd S

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3350 Altamont Rd S, Unit A16, Unit A16

3350 Altamont Rd S
BirminghamAL35205

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 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Montrose and MontclairStudio Apartment - MontclairStudio,1BA$764
Carlisle TerraceStudio Apartment, Type B, Courtyard FacingStudio,1BA$773
Cliff Place1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Top Level1BR,1BA$787

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

As of April 24, 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The 700Penthouse2BR,2.5BA$1.28
1208 34th St S, Unit 31208 34th St S2BR,1.5BA$1.45
Linden AvondaleUlex1BR,1BA$1.64
Linwood Park2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1.59
The Avondale Apartments2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1.61
Avondale Point2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment - 4420 Building2BR,1BA$1.59
The Cliffs1x1 [1st Floor, W/D Connects]1BR,1BA$1.32
Highland Cliffs1x1 [Renovated, 2nd Floor, W/D]1BR,1BA$1.63
Carlisle Terrace1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1.37
5th Avenue Apartments1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1.36

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Forest Park-South Avondale, Birmingham, AL

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Forest Park-South Avondale

What type of rentals are currently available in Forest Park-South Avondale?

There are currently 93 Apartments for Rent in Forest Park-South Avondale, AL with pricing that ranges from $773 to $5,196. There are also 19 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Forest Park-South Avondale ranging from $995 to $3,400.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Forest Park-South Avondale?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Forest Park-South Avondale ranges from $995 to $3,400 with an average monthly rent of $1,965.

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