
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Oakwood Place Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $300 (41 Rentals)
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618 1st St W

2421 29th Street Ensley, Unit c

The Park at Buckingham

Serenity Apartments at Valley Creek

Fountain Blue

Pointe Arlington

1012 4th Ave W, Unit 2
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1024 4th Ave W, Unit b

1142 4th Ave W

1100 Cotton Ave SW, Unit b

5312 Terrace J

5512 Ter Q

908 4th Ave W

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Deer Park

The Park at Carlyle and Callington

The View on Cotton

413 Fulton Ave SW

408 Tuscaloosa Ave

University Crossings

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1808 Jefferson Ave SW
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1061 57th St

2028 Lee Terrace SW

Vines at Hillside

1272 Meadow Ln

614 1st St N

5836 Court Q

1782 McMillon Ave
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3332 Walnut Ave SW

1532 31st St Ensley

1508 Dennison Ave SW

219 12th St W

5712 Monte Sano Dr

2529 20th Street Ensley

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Oakwood Place, Birmingham, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Oakwood Place?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oakwood Place Studio Apartments | $756 | $648 | $865 |
| Oakwood Place 1 Bedroom Apartments | $912 | $675 | $1,370 |
| Oakwood Place 2 Bedroom Apartments | $968 | $600 | $1,769 |
| Oakwood Place 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,371 | $900 | $1,625 |
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Cheapest Available Oakwood Place Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Oakwood Place area of Birmingham, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Serenity Apartments at Valley Creek priced from $675. Fountain Blue has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $675. Here are the most affordable Oakwood Place apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serenity Apartments at Valley Creek | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Fountain Blue | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $675 |
| Pointe Arlington | 1/1.00 | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Vines at Hillside | 2 Bed, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $799 |
| The Park at Callington | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,045 |
| The Pearl at Homewood | Three Bedroom Two Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1,349 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oakwood Place, AL
As of April 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Oakwood Place area is the $1.31 price per square foot Three Bedroom Two Bath Model at The Pearl at Homewood in the in the West End neighborhood starting from $1,589. The second greatest value Oakwood Place apartment is the 2 BR | 1 BA with W/D Model at Homewood Heights Apartment Homes starting at $1,225 with a $1.29 price per square foot in the West End neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Oakwood Place apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pearl at Homewood | Three Bedroom Two Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Homewood Heights Apartment Homes | 2 BR | 1 BA with W/D | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| The Park at Callington | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Serenity Apartments at Valley Creek | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| Pointe Arlington | 1/1.00 | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Fountain Blue | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleOakwood Place, Birmingham, AL
Ranked #77
Among cities in Alabama for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oakwood Place Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Oakwood Place Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Oakwood Place Apartment is $675 at Serenity Apartments at Valley Creek.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Oakwood Place Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Oakwood Place is starting from $750 at Serenity Apartments at Valley Creek.
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