
Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Smithfield Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $695 (29 Rentals)


1413 Princeton Ave SW

2032 Stouts Rd

2032 Stouts Rd

Pointe Arlington

1512 11th Ave N

1229 8th Ave W
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DMG Mountainside

The Ritz

1100 Cotton Ave SW

Park Place

1109 4th Ave W

1140 12th St S, Unit B

Silver Oak
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University Crossings
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Silverado

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Piedmont Terrace

The Lennox

Southside Manor
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Smithfield, Birmingham, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Smithfield?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smithfield Studio Apartments | $1,119 | $625 | $2,208 |
| Smithfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,423 | $575 | $10,000+ |
Smithfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,902 | $695 | $10,000+ |
| Smithfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,154 | $900 | $5,440 |
| Smithfield 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,193 | $2,000 | $2,300 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSmithfield, Birmingham, AL
Ranked #3
Among cities in Alabama for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Smithfield Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Smithfield?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Smithfield is under $800.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Smithfield?
The cheapest apartment in Smithfield is Pointe Arlington which is listed at $800, while the average apartment in Smithfield costs $2,187.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Smithfield?
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 148 regular apartments in Smithfield 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 Smithfield?
Cheap apartments in Smithfield have an average cost of $773 which is $1,414 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Smithfield.
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Written by: Bob Mallory
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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.