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Smithfield, Birmingham, AL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Smithfield Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Smithfield area of Birmingham, AL is a Studio unit found at University Ridge Apartments priced from $625. Pointe Arlington has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable Smithfield apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
University Ridge ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$625
Pointe Arlington1/1.001BR,1BA$700
Tower on TenthFive PointsStudio,1BA$760
The Hillside Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$775
Manor Village1x1 [1st Floor]1BR,1BA$793
1512 11th Ave NStandard2BR,1BA$800
The DulionMedium StudioStudio,1BA$810
Lofts at American Life0/1 - Jefferson Floor Plan - 09Studio,1BA$850
The BendC-E 1 BR / 1 BTH1BR,1BA$864
Magnolia Court2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment2BR,1BA$865

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Smithfield, AL

As of December 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the Smithfield area is the $1.23 price per square foot 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom, Top Floor Model at The Cecil in the in the Smithfield neighborhood starting from $1,227. The second greatest value Smithfield apartment is the Mtn Two Bedroom Two Bath Model at DMG Mountainside starting at $1,144 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the Woodland Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Smithfield apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Cecil2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom, Top Floor2BR,1BA$1.23
DMG MountainsideMtn Two Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.20
The Ivy2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Ground Level2BR,1BA$1.24
Southside Manor2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1.20
1512 11th Ave NStandard2BR,1.5BA$0.94
Alight Birmingham2 BEDROOM, 2 BATH2BR,2BA$0.77
Park PlaceWisteria1BR,1BA$1.17
Manor Village2x1 [2nd Floor]2BR,1BA$1.27
Magnolia Court2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1.24
Pointe Arlington1/1.001BR,1BA$1.25

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Frequently Asked Questions about Smithfield

What type of rentals are currently available in Smithfield?

There are currently 302 Apartments for Rent in Smithfield, AL with pricing that ranges from $625 to $14,545. There are also 165 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Smithfield ranging from $675 to $3,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Smithfield?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Smithfield ranges from $675 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,457.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Smithfield?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Smithfield range from $900 to $3,460, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $700 to $2,495. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,000.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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