Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Norwood Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $300 (51 Rentals)

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Birmingham Overlook
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Birmingham Overlook

2712 31st Ave NBirmingham, AL 35207
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Uptown Stadium
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Uptown Stadium

1440 21st St NBirmingham, AL 35234
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The Pointe North
2 Bedroom Apartments

The Pointe North

2012 30th Ave NBirmingham, AL 35207

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Clairmont Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Clairmont Apartments

2930 Clairmont Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Clairmont Hill
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Clairmont Hill

3652 Clairmont AveBirmingham, AL 35222
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Lofts at American Life
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lofts at American Life

2308-2316 4th Ave NBirmingham, AL 35203
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Saint Anne
1 Bedroom Apartments

Saint Anne

2925 Clairmont Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Avondale Forest
2 Bedroom Apartments

Avondale Forest

4340 2nd Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222
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Strata
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Strata

3630 Clairmont Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222
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Southcrest
1 Bedroom Apartments

Southcrest

4226 5th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222

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Jemison Flats
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Jemison Flats

1827 1st Ave NBirmingham, AL 35203
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Fourth Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Fourth Apartments

3732 4th AveBirmingham, AL 35222
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Carol Court
2 Bedroom Apartments

Carol Court

2920-2924 10th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Avondale Glen
2 Bedroom Apartments

Avondale Glen

4226 2nd Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222
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Linwood Park
2 Bedroom Apartments

Linwood Park

4241 5th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222
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Underwood Court
1 Bedroom Apartments

Underwood Court

2931 10th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Norwood, Birmingham, AL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Norwood Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Norwood area of Birmingham, AL is a 2 Beds unit found at 1512 11th Ave N priced from $800. Lofts at American Life has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $875. Here are the most affordable Norwood apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
1512 11th Ave NStandard2BR,1BA$800
Lofts at American Life0/1 - Five Points Floor Plan - 04Studio,1BA$875
Park PlaceWisteria1BR,1BA$899
Lakeview1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$900
Market Lofts on ThirdOne Bedroom - Design 41BR,1BA$900
Avondale Forest2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$910
South Hill (Highland Park)2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment2BR,1BA$976
Bankhead Towers1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,007
Advenir at Station 121PurbeckStudio,1BA$1,034
Spring Street Flats2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1,044

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Norwood, AL

As of January 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Norwood area is the $1.39 price per square foot Penthouse Model at The 700 in the in the Southside Birmingham neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Norwood apartment is the The Lakeview Model at Rise Lakeview starting at $1,839 with a $1.55 price per square foot in the Southside Birmingham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Norwood apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The 700Penthouse2BR,2.5BA$1.39
Rise LakeviewThe Lakeview2BR,2BA$1.55
1512 11th Ave NStandard2BR,1.5BA$0.94
Lakeview1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.11
Fourth Apartments2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1.38
Park PlaceWisteria1BR,1BA$1.17
Avondale Forest2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.22
Linwood Park2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1.55
Spring Street Flats2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1.46
South Hill (Highland Park)2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1.38

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website compiles millions of data points to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Alabama, including Birmingham. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Norwood Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Norwood?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Norwood is at Lofts at American Life listed at $875.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Norwood Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Norwood Apartment is $899 at Park Place.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Norwood Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Norwood is starting from $800 at 1512 11th Ave N.

What is the most affordable Norwood Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Norwood Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Avondale Gardens and starts from $1,750.

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Birmingham Neighborhood Breakdown: Where to Find the Cheapest Rent Without Sacrificing Livability

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