
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Sand Ridge Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $800 (10 Rentals)
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The Avenues of Lakeshore

Lakeshore Ridge

The Oxmoor
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Cadence at Bluff Park

MAA Ross Bridge
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Sand Ridge, Birmingham, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Sand Ridge?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sand Ridge Studio Apartments | $873 | $841 | $881 |
| Sand Ridge 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,510 | $899 | $2,214 |
| Sand Ridge 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,749 | $1,008 | $2,690 |
| Sand Ridge 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,114 | $1,099 | $3,595 |
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There are currently 10 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Sand Ridge Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL.
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Cheapest Available Sand Ridge Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Sand Ridge area of Birmingham, AL is a Studio unit found at The Avenues of Lakeshore priced from $841. Cadence at Bluff Park has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $899. Here are the most affordable Sand Ridge apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Avenues of Lakeshore | The Brookwood | Studio,1BA | $841 |
| Cadence at Bluff Park | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Lakeshore Ridge | Indigo | 1BR,1BA | $1,256 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Sand Ridge, AL
As of December 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Sand Ridge area is the $1.18 price per square foot Ranier Elite Model at Stonegate in the in the Southwest Birmingham neighborhood starting from $1,409. The second greatest value Sand Ridge apartment is the Admiral with Garage Model at Lakeshore Ridge starting at $1,558 with a $1.55 price per square foot in the Southwest Birmingham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Sand Ridge apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stonegate | Ranier Elite | 2BR,2BA | $1.18 |
| Lakeshore Ridge | Admiral with Garage | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| The Oxmoor | The Desoto | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Century Lakeshore Crossings | Athens Patio | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| MAA Ross Bridge | Berkeley | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Cadence at Bluff Park | 1AX | 1BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Colina WeHo | Avonlea I | 1BR,1BA | $2.34 |
| The Station at Lakeshore | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| Ashby at Ross Bridge | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| The Avenues of Lakeshore | The Brookwood | Studio ,1BA | $1.44 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSand Ridge, Birmingham, AL
Ranked #44
Among cities in Alabama for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Sand Ridge, Birmingham, AL
Jones Valley Middle School
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Getting Around the Sand Ridge Neighborhood in Birmingham, AL
Walk Score®
14 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
19 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
17 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
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 Sand Ridge Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Sand Ridge?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Sand Ridge is under $1,499.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Sand Ridge?
The cheapest apartment in Sand Ridge is Cadence at Bluff Park which is listed at $899, while the average apartment in Sand Ridge costs $2,210.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Sand Ridge?
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 322 regular apartments in Sand Ridge 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 Sand Ridge?
Cheap apartments in Sand Ridge have an average cost of $1,350 which is $860 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Sand Ridge.
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