Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Fountain Heights Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $700 (26 Rentals)

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Birmingham Overlook
1 Bedroom Apartments

Birmingham Overlook

2712 31st Ave NBirmingham, AL 35207
Senior Living
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Uptown Stadium
1 Bedroom Apartments

Uptown Stadium

1440 21st St NBirmingham, AL 35234
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Park Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Park Manor

1301 20th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Davis House
1 Bedroom Apartments

Davis House

1117 23rd St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Charleston Court
1 Bedroom Apartments

Charleston Court

2155 11th Ct SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Stratford
1 Bedroom Apartments

Stratford

1000-1010 18th St SBirmingham, AL 35205

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The Richmond
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Richmond

2030 Highland Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Terrace Court
1 Bedroom Apartments

Terrace Court

1124 20th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Lofts at American Life
1 Bedroom Apartments

Lofts at American Life

2308-2316 4th Ave NBirmingham, AL 35203
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Phares
1 Bedroom Apartments

Phares

2310 Highland Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205

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Foundry Yards
1 Bedroom Apartments

Foundry Yards

10 13th St SBirmingham, AL 35233

Fountain Heights, Birmingham, AL Local Guide

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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Moving is tough, especially long-distance. Learn how to minimize stress & expenses with proven strategies from a real estate pro, covering everything from logistics to finances.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Fountain Heights, Birmingham, AL

Ranked #5

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Fountain Heights Neighborhood in Birmingham, AL

Walk Score®

77 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

70 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

47 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fountain Heights Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Fountain Heights?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Fountain Heights is under $899.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fountain Heights?

The cheapest apartment in Fountain Heights is Pointe Arlington which is listed at $700, while the average apartment in Fountain Heights costs $2,243.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Fountain Heights?

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 106 regular apartments in Fountain Heights 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 Fountain Heights?

Cheap apartments in Fountain Heights have an average cost of $855 which is $1,388 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fountain Heights.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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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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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.