Apartments for Rent in Birmingham, AL (1,147 Rentals)

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Inkwell on Grandview
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$1,577 - $3,032
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Inkwell on Grandview

3560 Grandview PkyBirmingham, AL 35243
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Lakeview Green
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$1,275 - $3,275
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Lakeview Green

2901 4th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233
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Cortland Vesta
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$1,393 - $8,156
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Cortland Vesta

2173 Highland Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Denham Lofts
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$1,664 - $2,809
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Denham Lofts

1143 1st Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233
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Stone Ridge Apartments
$1,635 - $1,685
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Stone Ridge Apartments

500 Palisades DrBirmingham, AL 35209
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Birmingham Overview

Known for its southern hospitality, Birmingham offers the perfect combination of big city amenities and small-town ambiance, without the big city prices. In fact, Forbes and Kiplinger ranked it the fifth most affordable city for renters in the nation. Apartments in Birmingham offer access to restaurants owned by award-winning chefs, theaters, art galleries, museums and a host of social and outdoor activities to choose from. Those are just a few of the reasons it’s called “The Magic City”. While the city population is only 242,820, closer to 800,000 residents make their homes in the surrounding area.

What is the history of Birmingham?

Founded in 1871 at the intersection of the Alabama and Chatanooga railroads, Birmingham served as a center for the steel-making industry. Vulcan , the second-largest metal statue in America, unveiled at the St. Louis World Fair in 1904 and now located in its own park, commemorates that history. Over the years, the city has become a financial and medical center as well. The University of Alabama School of Medicine was established in Birmingham in 1945.

How is the weather in Birmingham?

One of the attractions of Birmingham are its mild temperatures. The average high temperature during the summer months is 91 degrees, and the average low during winter months is 34 degrees. Spring and fall temperatures are consistently comfortable, and perfect for gardening, ranging between 65 and 85 degrees. Those relocating from colder climates will be pleased to learn that the average annual snowfall is zero.

How do I get around town?

Every form of transportation is available, which makes travel for residents as convenient as possible. Birmingham- Shuttlesworth International Airport provides 70 daily departures to 50 cities, and the city’s excellent public transit system includes an airport shuttle. For those who prefer rail travel, Amtrak is available. There are also a number of bus services that provide inexpensive transportation to surrounding cities, including Atlanta. For those who enjoy walking, Birmingham is also pedestrian-friendly. It has an overall walk score of 35, compared to the average of 22.

What is the Birmingham commute like?

Within the city limits, Interstate 20 and 59 both provide six lanes and connect with Interstate 65. During peak traffic hours, there are plenty of alternate routes you can take, since many of Birmingham’s major roadways have four lanes. The good news is that even during peak hours, commuter traffic is light compared to other large cities.

What are the local media outlets?

Birmingham is home to numerous media outlets that keep residents informed of current events. It’s also a major magazine publishing hub whose credits include the nationally popular Southern Living and Cooking Light magazines. One of the newest additions to the local FM radio dial is Birmingham Mountain Radio, formerly an internet sensation geared towards indie music.

Why live in Birmingham, AL?

Home to the University of Alabama at Birmingham and the Crimson Tide, Birmingham boasts a total of 13 institutions of higher learning. The mild climate makes it easy to balance work and play, and playing isn’t just for children in Birmingham. Adults can join the Birmingham Kickball League and stay younger longer. They can also paddle boat at Oak Mountain, ride the zip line at Red Mountain, and enjoy the Ruffner Mountain Nature Center, one of the biggest urban nature reserves in the United States. Within city limits, Railroad Park provides 19 acres of outdoor play space, complete with duck ponds and a skate park.

What Birmingham landmarks should I see?

The Sloss Furnaces National Historic Landmark, a museum commemorating the city’s industrial history, also serves as a center for the creation and exhibition of metal art. Outdoor concerts are often held there as well. The McWane Science Center houses four floors of hands-on exhibits, and shows educational and scientific documentary films on its large IMAX screen.

What is there to do around Birmingham?

The Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum, the Alabama Sports Hall of Fame, the Birmingham Museum of Art and the Birmingham Civil Rights Institute are just a few of the city’s major tourist attractions. Tourists and residents alike enjoy live music performed at clubs like Workplay, Iron City, and the Bottletree Café. The Botanical Gardens offer the beauty and serenity of lush secluded trails perfumed by the scent of roses, and admission is free. Every Saturday, Birmingham’s former Dr. Pepper bottling plant is transformed into a showcase for local agriculture, arts, crafts, music and talented performance artists.

Any annual festivals or Birmingham events to know?

Birmingham residents believe in celebrating just about everything. Food and drink, art and music, sports and entertainment, people and pets are all celebrated with a variety of annual festivals that showcase Birmingham’s best. Some of the most popular include the two-day Sloss Music and Arts Festival, which attracts over 25,000 music fans, the Birmingham Artwalk, featuring the work of over 100 artists and street performers, and the Sidewalk Film Festival.

Where are the nearby vacation spots?

Birmingham is located in the center of the state, with great road trips and vacation destinations in every direction. To the south is the Alabama Coastal Birding Trail that ends at the Gulf of Mexico. To the north lies Decatur, called “The River City”, famous for its outdoor recreation, including Point Mallard Park. For those that prefer a city vacation, Atlanta is just two hours east.

Where is the best place to move in Birmingham?

" Birmingham boasts eight distinct neighborhoods, each popular for different reasons. Homewood is popular with families for its great schools and shopping. Five Points South is home to the university and lots of restaurants and entertainment. The historic Lakeview district along 29th Street South and Seventh Avenue South also has several popular night spots. The Civil Rights District, east of the downtown business district, is the city’s cultural center. Mountain Brook is an upscale neighborhood with antique shops, art galleries and fine dining establishments. Forest Park is home to Highland Park Golf Course and Tennis Club. Whatever your preferences and priorities, there’s a perfect apartment to accommodate them."

Nothing says happiness, excitement, joy and freedom like living in Birmingham apartments for rent! Each day is a breath of fresh air with many new adventures for local residents to enjoy and be living proof that Birmingham apartment living is like no other! Hi, I’m Trey, the Official Birmingham apartment living guide and I am looking forward to helping you find a fun place just like the hundreds of happy residents who I’ve helped find Birmingham apartments for rent. As your Birmingham apartment resource I want to make your apartment shopping experience stress-free and as easy as can be by showing you the most apartments in Birmingham, Alabama and providing you with accurate info on each one, updated every single day. So I invite you to come on in and explore Birmingham apartments and the excitement and joy that comes along with Birmingham apartment renting! There is no doubt about it, living in Birmingham apartments is the "bee’s knees"! You never have to deal with ever-rising property taxes or the ridiculous headaches of landscaping and taking care of a lawn. In most communities there is a pool that you aren’t responsible for cleaning and a rockin’ fitness center. The apartment lifestyle is awesome to begin with, but living in Birmingham apartments is a recipe for the best "Life Brownies" you could ever taste. The options for adventures out of the apartment are plentiful, exciting and waiting for you within just a few miles from the doorstep of your Birmingham apartment. But if your idea of fun is kicking back at your place with a with a bottle of wine and your favorite movie, that’s cool too. Your Birmingham apartment grants you all the nearby necessities to make this "loungy" life possible and as comfortable as can be. From spacious floor plans and patios to on-site laundry facilities convienient parking, Birmingham rentals have everything you need to live with ease and keep a smile on your face. So renting your Birmingham apartment offers you the things necessary for an unrivaled life of freedom and fun, but what else? I’ll tell you what else! You can make your place your own! Although you may be renting, an apartment gives you a blank canvas to express yourself to all your guests. Whether it’s bold colors or fancy furnishings and decor, you have the option of making your place look anyway possible. Then, when you get tired of how your place looks, you have the freedom to try something else. Whether you like bold and risky or tame and conservative, your apartment can easily become a reflection of you all at the simple cost of a little of the tons of extra time and money you’ll save by renting. With all of that money and time you’ll be saving by renting apartments in Birmingham, you’ll free up more money than just for your apartment decor. You’ll be able to splurge a little on that special someone, get a boat load of gifts to give your family the best Christmas ever, or take that excursion to see the Great Barrier reef that you’ve been dreaming about. All while the non-renters are trying to pay all their bills! And all of this is just the tip of the iceberg on how awesome your life can be in Birmingham apartments. Finding your fun new place is easy, so hop to it by taking a look at my top picks in Birmingham apartments for rent and discover just how amazing Apartment Home Living can truly be.

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Great place for singles or families, with unique southern charm and lots of interesting history and culture.

Frequently Asked Questions about Birmingham

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL?

As of today, July 29, 2026, there are currently 1,147 available Birmingham apartments priced from $530 to $14,545, with an average monthly rent of $1,592.

What Birmingham neighborhoods have the most available apartments?

There are 112 neighborhoods in the Birmingham area with available listings as of today. The three neighborhoods with the most options are Downtown Birmingham with 606 listings, Smithfield with 430 listings, and Homewood with 294 listings.

How much are Studio apartments in Birmingham?

There are currently 140 Studio Apartments in Birmingham with rent ranges from $625 to $2,336 with an average price of $1,223.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Birmingham Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Birmingham ranges from $530 to $14,545 with an average monthly rent of $1,429.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Birmingham cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Birmingham range from $565 to $8,156. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,654.

How expensive are Birmingham Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 267 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Birmingham on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $665 to $5,375 - averaging $1,845 for the location.

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