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Thomas Jefferson Towers
1623 2nd Ave NBirmingham, AL 35203
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Midtown Birmingham Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $700 (11 Rentals)
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University Place
951 18th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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20 Midtown
2014 3rd Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233
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Citizen Birmingham
300 18th St SBirmingham, AL 35233
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$1,134 - $2,399Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Advenir at Station 121
2000 2nd Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233
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Flats on 4th
1508 4th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233
310 Gamma St S
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The Fitzgerald in Five Points
1110 19th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Stratford
1000-1010 18th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Foundry Yards
10 13th St SBirmingham, AL 35233
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Midtown Birmingham, Birmingham, AL Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Midtown Birmingham?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midtown Birmingham Studio Apartments | $1,310 | $1,012 | $2,208 |
| Midtown Birmingham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,599 | $899 | $3,328 |
| Midtown Birmingham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,100 | $1,499 | $3,495 |
| Midtown Birmingham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,661 | $2,589 | $2,750 |
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Cheapest Available Midtown Birmingham Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Midtown Birmingham area of Birmingham, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Thomas Jefferson Towers priced from $899. University Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,065. Here are the most affordable Midtown Birmingham apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Jefferson Towers | The Cabana | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| University Place | Small Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,065 |
| Advenir at Station 121 | Sussex | Studio,1BA | $1,134 |
| 20 Midtown | Building 3: S3-B | Studio Plus | Studio,1BA | $1,174 |
| Flats on 4th | Sutton Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,206 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Midtown Birmingham, AL
As of January 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Midtown Birmingham area is the $1.74 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Ideal Building in the in the Smithfield neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value Midtown Birmingham apartment is the B5 Model at The Waites starting at $1,800 with a $1.70 price per square foot in the Smithfield neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Midtown Birmingham apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ideal Building | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.74 |
| The Waites | B5 | 2BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| Jemison Flats | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Thomas Jefferson Towers | The Grand | 2BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Southside Station | THE HIGHLAND | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| The Pizitz | Unit Type 3 | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| Advenir at Station 121 | Clipsham | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Carriage Court | The Jefferson | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Parkside Apartments | S1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| 20 Midtown | Building 3: S3-F | Studio Plus | Studio ,1BA | $2.25 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Midtown Birmingham Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Midtown Birmingham?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Midtown Birmingham is under $1,599.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Midtown Birmingham?
The cheapest apartment in Midtown Birmingham is Thomas Jefferson Towers which is listed at $899, while the average apartment in Midtown Birmingham costs $2,640.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Midtown Birmingham?
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 33 regular apartments in Midtown Birmingham 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 Midtown Birmingham?
Cheap apartments in Midtown Birmingham have an average cost of $411 which is $2,229 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Midtown Birmingham.
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