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Birmingham, AL Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Birmingham, AL

Pricing Updated: 07/25/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Birmingham, AL area range in price from $585 to $8,231 with an overall median price of $1,906. The three Birmingham neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Central Pratt at $606, North Pratt at $606, and Sandusky at $606. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Birmingham Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Central Pratt$797$60651
North Pratt$797$60651
Sandusky$797$60651
Smithfield Estates$797$60651
Northside$800$7959
Arlington West End$975$58510
Thomas$975$60659
Zion City$1,000$62013
Wylam$1,134$7253
Apple Valley$1,140$69542

Cheapest Available Birmingham Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Birmingham, AL is a Studio unit found at The Park at Forestdale in the North Pratt neighborhood priced from $606. Springville Landing Apartments in the Maple Grove neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $620. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Birmingham apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Park at ForestdaleSTUDIOStudio,1BA$606
Springville Landing Apartments1x11BR,1BA$620
University Ridge ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$625
The Park at BuckinghamThe ElmStudio,1BA$648
Valora at HomewoodQuincy1BR,1BA$649
Park at HooverAcaciaStudio,1BA$660
Montrose and MontclairStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$695
Duke Complex1x11BR,1BA$700
Spring Lake Cove Apartments2BDR -1BTH Classic2BR,1BA$705
Madison Park Apartments & TownhomesA1 StudioStudio,1BA$715

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Birmingham, AL

As of July 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Birmingham area is the $0.98 price per square foot 3x2 Model at Valley Station Apartment Homes in the in the Woodland Park neighborhood starting from $1,375. The second greatest value Birmingham apartment is the 2 Bed / 2 Bath Model at Shadesmont Apartments starting at $1,050 with a $0.98 price per square foot in the Woodland Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Birmingham apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Valley Station Apartment Homes3x23BR,2BA$0.98
Shadesmont Apartments2 Bed / 2 Bath2BR,2BA$0.98
Club View Apartments2 Bedroom Apartment in Roebuck2BR,1BA$0.85
Springville Landing Apartments1x11BR,1BA$0.71
Summer RiseA11BR,1BA$0.93
1512 11th Ave NStandard2BR,1.5BA$0.94
Duke Complex1x11BR,1BA$0.88
Villa Glen Apartments1BR1BR,1BA$1.00
Southridge Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$0.99
Ascot Place ApartmentsThe Regis1BR,1BA$1.03

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Frequently Asked Questions about Birmingham

What type of rentals are currently available in Birmingham?

There are currently 1033 Apartments for Rent in Birmingham, AL with pricing that ranges from $595 to $8,231. There are also 1007 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Birmingham ranging from $550 to $5,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Birmingham?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Birmingham ranges from $550 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,067.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Birmingham?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Birmingham range from $755 to $8,231, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $795 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,525.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

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