Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Red Mountain Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $600 (75 Rentals)

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property at 55 Hanover Cir

$1,000 - $1,100

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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55 Hanover Cir

BirminghamAL35205
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Highland Cliffs
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$1,087 - $1,174
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Highland Cliffs

3401 Cliff RdBirmingham, AL 35205
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property at 57 Hanover Cir

$1,200

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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57 Hanover Cir, Unit 220

57 Hanover Cir
BirminghamAL35205

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Highland Towers
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Highland Towers

2257 Highland Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Davis House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Davis House

1117 23rd St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Highland Court
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Highland Court

2525 Highland Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Clairmont
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Clairmont

2930 Clairmont Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Celeste Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Celeste Manor

1229 29th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Highland House
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Highland House

3053 Highland Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Cliff Place
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cliff Place

1316 33rd St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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The Murals on Niazuma
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Murals on Niazuma

2612 Niazuma Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Hermosa
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hermosa

1127 23rd St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Altamont Cliffs
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Altamont Cliffs

1300 Altamont Way SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Cavalier
1 Bedroom Apartments

Cavalier

3121 Hillside AveBirmingham, AL 35205
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The Cliffs
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Cliffs

3320 Cliff Rd SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Fourth
2 Bedroom Apartments

Fourth

3732 4th AveBirmingham, AL 35222
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St. Anne
1 Bedroom Apartments

St. Anne

2925 Clairmont Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Oakmont Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Oakmont Apartments

2305 Arlington CresBirmingham, AL 35205

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Rebecca Manor
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Rebecca Manor

1256 22nd St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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The Wright
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Wright

2148 16th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Montcalm Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Montcalm Apartments

2927 Highland Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Carlisle Terrace
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Carlisle Terrace

1223-1225 29th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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33rd Street Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

33rd Street Apartments

1514 33rd St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Strata
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Strata

3630 Clairmont Ave SBirmingham, AL 35222
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Cliff Corners
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cliff Corners

3300 Cliff RdBirmingham, AL 35205

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Red Mountain, Birmingham, AL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Red Mountain Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Red Mountain area of Birmingham, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Terrace Apartments priced from $770. Highland Court has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $788. Here are the most affordable Red Mountain apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Terrace Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath - Ground Level1BR,1BA$770
Highland CourtStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$788
The SheratonLarge StudioStudio,1BA$795
Cliff Place1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Ground Level1BR,1BA$797
Cliff Highlands1x1 [Patio, Corner]1BR,1BA$829
Charleston Court1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Ground Level1BR,1BA$843
Donegal Place1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment1BR,1BA$855
Highland Court II Apartments1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment1BR,1BA$877
Oakmont ApartmentsStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$886
Lakeview1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$890

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Red Mountain, AL

As of June 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Red Mountain area is the $1.29 price per square foot 1 Bedroom Model at The 700 in the in the Southside Birmingham neighborhood starting from $1,090. The second greatest value Red Mountain apartment is the 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom Model at Lakeview starting at $890 with a $1.10 price per square foot in the Southside Birmingham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Red Mountain apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The 7001 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.29
Lakeview1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.10
Warwick ManorWarwick Manor2BR,1BA$1.37
Redwood Manor2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment - Updated2BR,1BA$1.28
Highland Court II Apartments1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1.17
Mill House2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1.42
Montrose and Montclair1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment - Montrose1BR,1BA$1.41
Cliff Highlands1x1 [Patio]1BR,1BA$1.37
Charleston Court1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Ground Level1BR,1BA$1.35
Cliff Place1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Ground Level1BR,1BA$1.42

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Red Mountain, Birmingham, AL

Ranked #31

Among cities in Alabama for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in areas across the United States including Red Mountain, Birmingham, and the greater Birmingham area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, apartment complexes for the kids, raising pets, transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Red Mountain Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Red Mountain?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Red Mountain is under $890.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Red Mountain?

The cheapest apartment in Red Mountain is Terrace Apartments which is listed at $770, while the average apartment in Red Mountain costs $2,845.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Red Mountain?

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 31 regular apartments in Red Mountain that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

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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