
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Glen Iris Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $325 (22 Rentals)
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Beacon Pointe Apartments

513 at Valley
828 Beacon Pky E, Unit A

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832 Beacon Pky E, Unit D

Valley Station

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High Pointe

1732 11th Pl S

Glen Iris Arms

Clayton Court

614 1st St S

609 Idlewild Circle
832 Beacon Pkwy E
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Valora at Homewood
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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 | $770 | $695 | $910 |
| Glen Iris 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,178 | $840 | $1,895 |
| Glen Iris 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,535 | $749 | $2,480 |
| Glen Iris 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,688 | $1,199 | $2,660 |
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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 2 Beds unit found at Beacon Pointe Apartments priced from $749. 513 at Valley has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $780. Here are the most affordable Glen Iris apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beacon Pointe Apartments | 2 Bed/2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $749 |
| 513 at Valley | Studio | Studio,1BA | $780 |
| 609 Idlewild Circle | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $875 |
| Park On Valley | 1x1 Previous Full Reno (pva1pf) | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Valora at Homewood | Chatham | 2BR,1BA | $960 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Glen Iris, AL
As of September 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Glen Iris area is the $0.90 price per square foot 3 x 2 R Model at High Pointe in the in the Woodland Park neighborhood starting from $1,275. The second greatest value Glen Iris apartment is the 3BD 1 BATH Model at 621 19th Ct S starting at $1,500 with a $1.07 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| High Pointe | 3 x 2 R | 3BR,2BA | $0.90 |
| 621 19th Ct S | 3BD 1 BATH | 3BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Valley Station | 2 x 1 A-R | 2BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Park On Valley | 1x1 Previous Full Reno (pva1pf) | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Beacon Pointe Apartments | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Flanagan Flats | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Renovated Bat... | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Valora at Homewood | Logan | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| 832 Beacon Pky E, Unit D | 832 Beacon Pky E | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| 609 Idlewild Circle | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| 513 at Valley | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
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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 $1,275.
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 18 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 $442 which is $833 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Glen Iris.
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