
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Woodlawn Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $595 (85 Rentals)
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Heritage and Sherman Oaks

Twin Gates

25 68th St S

8115 2nd Ave S

7720 5th Ave S

7720 5th Ave S, Unit D

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7720 5th Ave S

8102 4th Ave S, Unit b

8225 Rugby Ave
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7720 5th Ave S, Unit A

7329 3rd Ave S

6609 6th Ct S

7749 5th Ave S

7792 Rugby Ave

The Views at Irondale

Vue at Crestwood

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Union at Cooper Hill

201 70th St S
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7005 2nd Ave S

462 86th St S

6905 65th St S

800 Chester Ave

8409 9th Ave S

8432 9th Ave S

8437 9th Ave S

630 63rd St S

Crestwood Hills

Duke Complex
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Madrid Apartments

8144 Rugby Ave

4515 74th St N

Rosewood Apartments

R Apartments @ 4th Avenue

7742 Rugby Ave

7237 Queenstown Ave

1217 43rd St N

4231 40th Ave N

7704 7th Ave S
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Westridge Apartments East

7719 7th Ave S

7750 Rugby Ave

7721 1st Avenue South

7428 Paris Ave

559 63rd St S

224 69th Pl N

134 69th Pl N

913 Green St

Avondale Forest
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South Woodlawn, Birmingham, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Woodlawn?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Woodlawn Studio Apartments | $1,279 | $959 | $1,500 |
| South Woodlawn 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,163 | $595 | $1,500 |
| South Woodlawn 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,307 | $705 | $4,887 |
| South Woodlawn 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,672 | $1,219 | $3,910 |
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Cheapest Available South Woodlawn Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Woodlawn area of Birmingham, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Twin Gates priced from $700. Rosewood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable South Woodlawn apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twin Gates | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Rosewood Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $750 |
| Westridge Apartments East | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| 7721 1st Avenue South | Apt 8 | 3BR,1BA | $899 |
| Vue at Crestwood | The Cahaba | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| The Views at Irondale | 1-1 | 1BR,1BA | $899 |
| Avondale Forest | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $935 |
| Union at Cooper Hill | Hamilton Phase 2 | 2BR,1BA | $949 |
| Crestwood Green Apartments | Bamboo | 2BR,1BA | $989 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Woodlawn, AL
As of August 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Woodlawn area is the $1.17 price per square foot The Berkley Model at Retreat at Mountain Brook in the in the Eastwood neighborhood starting from $1,271. The second greatest value South Woodlawn apartment is the Apt 8 Model at 7721 1st Avenue South starting at $899 with a $0.94 price per square foot in the Woodlawn neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Woodlawn apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Retreat at Mountain Brook | The Berkley | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.17 |
| 7721 1st Avenue South | Apt 8 | 3BR,1BA | $0.94 |
| Westridge Apartments East | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $0.89 |
| Crestwood Green Apartments | Bamboo | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.04 |
| Union at Cooper Hill | Southern Phase 2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| Vue at Crestwood | The Cahaba | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Twin Gates | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Avondale Forest | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Linwood Park | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment - Water Included | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| The Views at Irondale | 1-1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Woodlawn Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Woodlawn?
The cheapest apartment in South Woodlawn is Twin Gates which is listed at $700, while the average apartment in South Woodlawn costs $1,299.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Woodlawn?
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 4 regular apartments in South Woodlawn 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 South Woodlawn?
Cheap apartments in South Woodlawn have an average cost of $144 which is $1,155 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Woodlawn.
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