
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Northside Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $300 (1 Rental)
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Northside, Birmingham, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Northside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $717 | $595 | $875 |
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Northside, AL
As of June 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Northside area is the $0.89 price per square foot Unit 1909 Model at Magnolia Creek in the in the Smithfield neighborhood starting from $799. The second greatest value Northside apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at Bon Villa Apartments starting at $850 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the Smithfield neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Northside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Magnolia Creek | Unit 1909 | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Bon Villa Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Uptown Square | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
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Best Local Schools in Northside, Birmingham, AL
George Washington Carver High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Northside Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Northside Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Northside is starting from $795 at Bon Villa Apartments.
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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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
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Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.