
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Highland Park Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $695 (62 Rentals)
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Cliff Place

The Sheraton

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Montrose and Montclair

Lakeview

3350 Altamont Rd S, Unit E6

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Top of the Cliff

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Parkview

1504 21st Way S

The 700
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Met on 7th

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Cliff Terrace

Southridge Apartments

Highland Towers

Clairmont

HIGHLAND HOUSE FLATS

Altamont Cliffs

Celeste Manor

Redwood Manor
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Cavalier

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Rebecca Manor

1325 31st St S

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The Wright

3350 Altamont Rd S

The Murals on Niazuma

33rd Street Apartments

Highland Court

Townview - Highland Park

Chateau Avalon

Oakmont Apartments

Strata

Redmont Place
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Highland Club

Highland Court II Apartments

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Duncan Flats

Redmont Square

2727 Highland Ave

Ascent on 34th

The Apollo

Carlisle Terrace

Cliff Corners
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Highland Park, Birmingham, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Highland Park?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Park Studio Apartments | $1,013 | $794 | $1,425 |
| Highland Park 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,542 | $695 | $2,157 |
| Highland Park 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,229 | $1,010 | $2,990 |
| Highland Park 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,838 | $1,925 | $3,275 |
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There are currently 62 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Highland Park Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL.
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Cheapest Available Highland Park Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Highland Park area of Birmingham, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Southridge Apartments priced from $740. Cliff Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $794. Here are the most affordable Highland Park apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $740 |
| Cliff Place | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $794 |
| The Sheraton | Medium Studio | Studio,1BA | $810 |
| Redwood Manor | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $836 |
| Montrose and Montclair | Studio Apartment - Montrose | Studio,1BA | $844 |
| Clairmont Hill | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $865 |
| Cavalier | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Unit 2 | 1BR,1BA | $886 |
| Lakeview | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $890 |
| Chateau Avalon | Efficiency Apartment with Balcony | Studio,1BA | $937 |
| Oakmont Apartments | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $943 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highland Park, AL
As of September 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Highland Park area is the $1.14 price per square foot Penthouse Model at The 700 in the in the Southside Birmingham neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Highland Park apartment is the 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom Apartment with Washer/Dr... Model at Rhodes Villas starting at $1,292 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Southside Birmingham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Highland Park apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The 700 | Penthouse | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.14 |
| Rhodes Villas | 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom Apartment with Washer/Dr... | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| 1208 34th St S, Unit 4 | 1208 34th St S | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.45 |
| Cavalier | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Unit 2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Lakeview | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Redwood Manor | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Southridge Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
| Parkview | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Clairmont Hill | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| Oakmont Apartments | Studio Apartment | Studio ,1BA | $1.57 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Highland Park Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Highland Park?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Highland Park is under $943.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Highland Park?
The cheapest apartment in Highland Park is Southridge Apartments which is listed at $740, while the average apartment in Highland Park costs $1,675.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Highland Park?
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 26 regular apartments in Highland Park that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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