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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Fountain Heights Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $300 (50 Rentals)
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904 3rd St W
BirminghamAL35204
1006 4th Ave W
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$745 - $1,300Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Dulion
2030 11th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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$750 - $9501 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 30
Pointe Arlington
409 Tuscaloosa Ave SWBirmingham, AL 35211
1000 4th Ave W
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2032 Stouts Rd
BirminghamAL35234
1512 11th Ave N
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$855 - $1,075Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The LaSalle
2020 11th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Market Lofts on Third
2225 3rd Ave NBirmingham, AL 35203
2608 20th Ave N
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The Highlands Communities
2312 Highland Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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$899 - $1,7101 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Park Place
600 24th St NBirmingham, AL 35203
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$940 - $1,890Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Tower on Tenth
2021 10th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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$999 - $1,5291 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Thomas Jefferson Towers
1623 2nd Ave NBirmingham, AL 35203
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Bankhead Towers
2300 5th Ave NBirmingham, AL 35203
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$1,0341 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Terrace Court
1124 20th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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$1,049 - $1,664Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Frank
201 20th St NBirmingham, AL 35203
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University Place
951 18th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Advenir at Station 121
2000 2nd Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233
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Lakeview Green
2901 4th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233
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Met on 7th
2900 7th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233
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Fountain Heights, Birmingham, AL Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fountain Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fountain Heights Studio Apartments | $1,426 | $785 | $2,499 |
| Fountain Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,635 | $649 | $4,721 |
| Fountain Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,124 | $595 | $5,893 |
| Fountain Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,563 | $950 | $5,235 |
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Cheapest Available Fountain Heights Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Fountain Heights area of Birmingham, AL is a Studio unit found at The Dulion priced from $745. 1512 11th Ave N has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Fountain Heights apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Dulion | Medium Studio | Studio,1BA | $745 |
| 1512 11th Ave N | Standard | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| Ramsay Apartments | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $829 |
| Park Place | Wisteria | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Market Lofts on Third | Studio - Design 2 | 1BR,1BA | $909 |
| Tower on Tenth | Five Points | Studio,1BA | $940 |
| The LaSalle | Medium 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $955 |
| Lakeview | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $982 |
| Thomas Jefferson Towers | The Zeppelin | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| Bankhead Towers | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,007 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fountain Heights, AL
As of July 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fountain Heights area is the $1.28 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Ideal Building in the in the Smithfield neighborhood starting from $1,725. The second greatest value Fountain Heights apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at Goodall-Brown Lofts starting at $1,499 with a $1.36 price per square foot in the Smithfield neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fountain Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Ideal Building | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| Goodall-Brown Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Iron City Lofts | 2 Bed 2 Bath Plan C | 2BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| Jemison Flats | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| The Kessler Lofts - Parking Included! | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| 1512 11th Ave N | Standard | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
| Lakeview | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Park Place | Willow | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Ramsay Apartments | Studio Apartment | Studio ,1BA | $1.23 |
| Terrace Court | 1x1 [6th Floor] | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in metropolitan areas across the United States including Fountain Heights, Birmingham, and the greater Birmingham area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $1,007.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Fountain Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Fountain Heights is Park Place which is listed at $899, while the average apartment in Fountain Heights costs $2,860.
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 19 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 $249 which is $2,611 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Fountain Heights.
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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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Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.
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If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.