Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Green Acres Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $600 (4 Rentals)

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Vines at Hillside
2 Bedroom Apartments

Vines at Hillside

5817 Monte Sano Rd 9Birmingham, AL 35228
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300 55th St
2 Bedroom Apartments

300 55th St

300 55th StFairfield, AL 35064

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Green Acres, Birmingham, AL Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Green Acres, AL

As of April 12, 2026 the best value apartment in the Green Acres area is the $1.51 price per square foot Athens Sunroom Model at Century Lakeshore Crossings in the in the Southwest Birmingham neighborhood starting from $1,441. The second greatest value Green Acres apartment is the Turquoise Model at Lakeshore Ridge starting at $1,322 with a $1.56 price per square foot in the Southwest Birmingham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Green Acres apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Century Lakeshore CrossingsAthens Sunroom1BR,1BA$1.51
Lakeshore RidgeTurquoise1BR,1.5BA$1.56
Serenity Apartments at Valley Creek1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$0.96
Fountain Blue1x11BR,1BA$1.23

10 Hidden Costs of Renting You Should Budget for Before Signing a Lease

Avoid financial stress when renting. Learn about the 10 most common hidden costs—from pet fees to utilities—you must budget for before you sign a lease.

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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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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Green Acres, Birmingham, AL

Ranked #82

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Green Acres Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Green Acres?

The cheapest apartment in Green Acres is Serenity Apartments at Valley Creek which is listed at $675, while the average apartment in Green Acres costs $1,986.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Green Acres?

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 15 regular apartments in Green Acres 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 Green Acres?

Cheap apartments in Green Acres have an average cost of $538 which is $1,448 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Green Acres.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Birmingham Neighborhood Breakdown: Where to Find the Cheapest Rent Without Sacrificing Livability

Written by: Larry Allen

Hi. Larry Allen here, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Birmingham, AL.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.