
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Norwood Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $300 (35 Rentals)
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Norwood, Birmingham, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Norwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norwood Studio Apartments | $1,246 | $855 | $1,500 |
| Norwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,542 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Norwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,039 | $695 | $3,595 |
| Norwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,456 | $1,358 | $3,460 |
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There are currently 35 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Norwood Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL.
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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 $850. Here are the most affordable Norwood apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1512 11th Ave N | Standard | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
| Lofts at American Life | 0/1 - Jefferson Floor Plan - 09 | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Lakeview | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Market Lofts on Third | One Bedroom - Design 3 | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Park Place | Jasmine | 1BR,1BA | $953 |
| South Hill (Highland Park) | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $994 |
| Thomas Jefferson Towers | The Cabana | 1BR,1BA | $999 |
| The Frank | Studio 1 Bath-H | Studio,1BA | $1,003 |
| Bankhead Towers | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,007 |
| 5th Avenue Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,043 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Norwood, AL
As of November 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Norwood area is the $1.36 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Fix Play Lofts in the in the Smithfield neighborhood starting from $1,899. The second greatest value Norwood apartment is the The Lakeview Model at Rise Lakeview starting at $1,889 with a $1.59 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fix Play Lofts | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Rise Lakeview | The Lakeview | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| Avondale Gardens | Clover | 3BR,2BA | $1.51 |
| 5th Avenue Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| 1512 11th Ave N | Standard | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
| Lakeview | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Fourth Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Park Place | Jasmine | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Spring Street Flats | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| South Hill (Highland Park) | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
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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!
Getting Around the Norwood Neighborhood in Birmingham, AL
Walk Score®
44 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
36 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
28 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Norwood Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Norwood?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Norwood is under $1,043.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Norwood?
The cheapest apartment in Norwood is Lakeview which is listed at $900, while the average apartment in Norwood costs $2,762.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Norwood?
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 45 regular apartments in Norwood 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 Norwood?
Cheap apartments in Norwood have an average cost of $346 which is $2,416 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Norwood.
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