
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Parkside Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $600 (18 Rentals)
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Market Lofts on Third

Thomas Jefferson Towers

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Parkside, Birmingham, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Parkside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkside Studio Apartments | $1,192 | $699 | $2,145 |
| Parkside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,552 | $899 | $10,000+ |
| Parkside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,002 | $1,299 | $3,495 |
| Parkside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,121 | $1,600 | $2,805 |
| Parkside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,193 | $2,000 | $2,300 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Parkside Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL.
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Cheapest Available Parkside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Parkside area of Birmingham, AL is a Studio unit found at Tower on Tenth priced from $699. Thomas Jefferson Towers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable Parkside apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tower on Tenth | Five Points | Studio,1BA | $699 |
| Thomas Jefferson Towers | The Cabana | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Market Lofts on Third | One Bedroom - Design 4 | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| The Frank | Studio 1 Bath-H | Studio,1BA | $999 |
| Advenir at Station 121 | Purbeck | Studio,1BA | $1,034 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Parkside, AL
As of December 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Parkside area is the $1.29 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Fix Play Lofts in the in the Smithfield neighborhood starting from $1,799. The second greatest value Parkside apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Ideal Building starting at $2,350 with a $1.74 price per square foot in the Smithfield neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Parkside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fix Play Lofts | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Ideal Building | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.74 |
| Flats on 4th | Bartley | 2BR,2BA | $1.94 |
| The Dagny | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.96 |
| The Waites | B5 | 2BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| Terrace Court | 2x1 [5th Floor] | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Alight Birmingham | 2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH | 2BR,2BA | $0.77 |
| Southside Station | THE HIGHLAND | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Carriage Court | The Jefferson | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Thomas Jefferson Towers | The Cabana | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleParkside, Birmingham, AL
Ranked #17
Among cities in Alabama for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central Birmingham. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the Parkside Neighborhood in Birmingham, AL
Walk Score®
78 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
68 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
47 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Parkside Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Parkside?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Parkside is under $1,174.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Parkside?
The cheapest apartment in Parkside is Thomas Jefferson Towers which is listed at $899, while the average apartment in Parkside costs $2,187.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Parkside?
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 101 regular apartments in Parkside 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 Parkside?
Cheap apartments in Parkside have an average cost of $952 which is $1,235 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Parkside.
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