
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Glen Iris Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $300 (21 Rentals)
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614 1st St S

Valley Station

513 at Valley

Park On Valley

Mountain Woods Apartments

High Pointe
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The Ellys

Clayton Court
820 Beacon Pkwy E

Red Top Apartments

Dana Apartments

Mesa Verde

Glen Iris Arms
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Glen Iris Place

40 20th Ave S

Fleetwood Apartments
840 Beacon Pkwy E

806 Gamma St S

Valora at Homewood
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Glen Iris, Birmingham, AL Local Guide

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 | $1,120 | $749 | $1,880 |
| Glen Iris 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,579 | $999 | $2,425 |
| Glen Iris 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,513 | $1,199 | $2,630 |
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There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Glen Iris Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL.
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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. 614 1st St S has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. 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 |
| 614 1st St S | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| Park On Valley | Studio Full Reno (pvspf) | Studio,1BA | $775 |
| Red Top Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Valora at Homewood | Lovell | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Glen Iris, AL
As of June 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the Glen Iris area is the $1.38 price per square foot 2 Phoenix Model at Crowne on 10th in the in the Woodland Park neighborhood starting from $1,760. The second greatest value Glen Iris apartment is the 2 x 2 Prem Model at Valley Station starting at $1,275 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crowne on 10th | 2 Phoenix | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| Valley Station | 2 x 2 Prem | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| Beacon Pointe Apartments | 2 Bed/2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.06 |
| Fleetwood Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| High Pointe | 1 x 1 R | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Park On Valley | 1x1 Previous Full Reno (pva1pf) | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Mountain Woods Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Red Top Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Valora at Homewood | Lovell | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| Dana Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Top Floor | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities across the United States including Glen Iris, Birmingham, and the greater Birmingham area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, family-friendly amenities, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
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 $1,500.
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 34 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 $810 which is $690 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Glen Iris.
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