337 Iota Ave S
BirminghamAL35205
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Glen Iris Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $300 (16 Rentals)
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341 Iota Ave S
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$749 - $1,1991 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Beacon Pointe Apartments
925 Beacon Pky EBirmingham, AL 35209
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$875 - $1,6751 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Valley Station Apartment Homes
834 Golden Gate LnBirmingham, AL 35209
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$875 - $1,2701 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Highpointe Apartments
1229 Beacon Pky EBirmingham, AL 35209
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$900 - $1,0951 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Park On Valley
741 Barcelona CtBirmingham, AL 35209
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Glen Iris Place
1119 11th PlBirmingham, AL 35205
57 17th Ct S
BirminghamAL35205
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$949 - $1,425Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
513 at Valley
513 Valley AveBirmingham, AL 35209
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$950 - $1,3751 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Mountain Woods Apartments
1000 Beacon Pky EBirmingham, AL 35209
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481 Iota Ave S
BirminghamAL35205
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Clayton Court
705 1st St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Glen Iris Arms
1620 11th Pl SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Red Top Apartments
2418 Green Springs HwyBirmingham, AL 35209
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Mesa Verde
731 16th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
Birmingham Neighborhood Breakdown: Where to Find the Cheapest Rent Without Sacrificing Livability
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$699 - $2,1391 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Valora at Homewood
915 Valley Ridge DrHomewood, AL 35209
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Glen Iris, Birmingham, AL Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Glen Iris?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glen Iris Studio Apartments | $949 | $949 | $949 |
| Glen Iris 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,147 | $500 | $2,025 |
| Glen Iris 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,614 | $960 | $3,130 |
| Glen Iris 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,662 | $1,150 | $2,560 |
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Cheapest Available Glen Iris Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Glen Iris area of Birmingham, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Beacon Pointe Apartments priced from $749. Glen Iris Arms has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $781. Here are the most affordable Glen Iris apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beacon Pointe Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $749 |
| Glen Iris Arms | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Ground Level,... | 1BR,1BA | $781 |
| Highpointe Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Valley Station Apartment Homes | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $875 |
| Red Top Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Glen Iris, AL
As of January 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Glen Iris area is the $1.55 price per square foot 2 Bedroom / 2 Bath Model at The Ellys in the in the Woodland Park neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value Glen Iris apartment is the 2 Bed/2 Bath Model at Beacon Pointe Apartments starting at $999 with a $1.06 price per square foot in the Woodland Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Glen Iris apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ellys | 2 Bedroom / 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| Beacon Pointe Apartments | 2 Bed/2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| Highpointe Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Valora at Homewood | Rainsford | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Park On Valley | 1x1 Previous Full Reno (pva1pf) | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Red Top Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Mountain Woods Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Valley Station Apartment Homes | 1x1A | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Flanagan Flats | 1x1 - Renovated Kitchen and Shower | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Glen Iris Arms | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, First Level, ... | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Glen Iris Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Glen Iris?
The cheapest apartment in Glen Iris is Beacon Pointe Apartments which is listed at $749, while the average apartment in Glen Iris costs $1,700.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Glen Iris?
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 39 regular apartments in Glen Iris 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 Glen Iris?
Cheap apartments in Glen Iris have an average cost of $542 which is $1,158 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Glen Iris.
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