
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Kingston Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $500 (16 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Kingston area of Birmingham.


Park Place

5th Avenue Apartment

Avondale Glen

Hickory Hill
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Avondale Forest

Southcrest

Avondwell

Avondale Point
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Crestwood Hills

Avondale

Fourth

Linwood Park
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Kingston, Birmingham, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Kingston?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingston 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,257 | $595 | $1,651 |
| Kingston 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,704 | $595 | $8,165 |
| Kingston 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,793 | $4,793 | $4,793 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Kingston Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL.
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Cheapest Available Kingston Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Kingston area of Birmingham, AL is a 2 Beds unit found at Avondale priced from $796. Park Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $990. Here are the most affordable Kingston apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avondale | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment - AFH VLI | 2BR,1BA | $796 |
| Park Place | Willow | 1BR,1BA | $990 |
| Bankhead Towers | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,007 |
| Linwood Park | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,168 |
| Axel Row Apartments | A7 | 1BR,1BA | $1,299 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Kingston, AL
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Kingston area is the $1.31 price per square foot Azalea Model at Park Place in the in the Smithfield neighborhood starting from $1,291. The second greatest value Kingston apartment is the A7 Model at Axel Row Apartments starting at $1,299 with a $1.73 price per square foot in the Inglenook neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Kingston apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Place | Azalea | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.31 |
| Axel Row Apartments | A7 | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Linwood Park | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Avondale | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment - AFH VLI | 2BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Bankhead Towers | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleKingston, Birmingham, AL
Ranked #59
Among cities in Alabama for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Kingston Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Kingston Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Kingston Apartment is $990 at Park Place.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Kingston Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Kingston is starting from $796 at Avondale.
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