
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Forest Park Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $600 (31 Rentals)
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The Sheraton

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The Dulion

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Celeste Manor

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Donegal Place

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Lakeview Green

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Forest Park, Birmingham, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Forest Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Park Studio Apartments | $1,239 | $795 | $2,336 |
| Forest Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,640 | $779 | $10,000+ |
| Forest Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,027 | $914 | $8,156 |
| Forest Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,408 | $1,039 | $5,375 |
| Forest Park 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,266 | $785 | $3,785 |
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There are currently 31 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Forest Park Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL.
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Cheapest Available Forest Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Forest Park area of Birmingham, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at DMG Mountainside priced from $779. The Sheraton has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $810. Here are the most affordable Forest Park apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| DMG Mountainside | Mtn One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $779 |
| The Sheraton | Medium Studio | Studio,1BA | $810 |
| Celeste Manor | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $831 |
| Lakeview | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $890 |
| University Place | Small Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| Park Place | Jasmine | 1BR,1BA | $906 |
| Donegal Place | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $914 |
| The Dulion | Medium 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
| Union at Cooper Hill | Hamilton | 2BR,1BA | $949 |
| The LaSalle | Medium 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $980 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Forest Park, AL
As of July 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Forest Park 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 apartment is the 1139 A Model at 1139 14th St S starting at $2,199 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the Smithfield neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Forest Park 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 |
| 1139 14th St S | 1139 A | 3BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| Park Place | Magnolia | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Crestwood Green Apartments | Bamboo | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.04 |
| DMG Mountainside | Mtn Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Union at Cooper Hill | Southern | 2BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| Lakeview | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Fourth Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment - AFH VLI | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Donegal Place | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Celeste Manor | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Forest Park Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Forest Park?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Forest Park is under $980.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Forest Park?
The cheapest apartment in Forest Park is DMG Mountainside which is listed at $779, while the average apartment in Forest Park costs $2,594.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Forest Park?
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 154 regular apartments in Forest Park 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?
Cheap apartments in Forest Park have an average cost of $946 which is $1,648 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Forest Park.
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