
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Southside Birmingham Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $695 (73 Rentals)


Carlisle Terrace

5th Avenue Apartments

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Highland Cliffs

Saint Anne

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Cliff Terrace

Lakeview

1227 29th St S

The Sheraton

The Dulion
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The LaSalle

3350 Altamont Rd, Unit E11, Unit E11

57 Hanover Cir

55 Hanover Cir

Bankhead Towers

The Dagny

The 700

Highland Riviera

Carriage Court
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1022 28th Pl S

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The Villas

Met on 7th

The Frank

Tower on Tenth

Rise Lakeview

2308 4th Ave N, Unit 611

2308 4th Ave N, Unit 411

2308 4th Ave N, Unit 211

2308 4th Ave N, Unit 607
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2308 4th Ave N, Unit 1007

Magnolia South Apartment Homes

Davis House

Cliff Place

Clairmont Apartments

Celeste Manor

Clairmont Hill

Highland House

Cliff Highlands

Park Hill Apartments
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Rhodes Villas

Cavalier

Charleston Court

Park View Apartments

Chateau Avalon

Top of the Cliff

The Cliffs

Donegal Place

The Highlands Communities

Montcalm Apartments
Birmingham Neighborhood Breakdown: Where to Find the Cheapest Rent Without Sacrificing Livability
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Southside Birmingham, Birmingham, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southside Birmingham?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southside Birmingham Studio Apartments | $1,126 | $735 | $2,129 |
Southside Birmingham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,591 | $695 | $10,000+ |
| Southside Birmingham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,091 | $1,200 | $3,060 |
| Southside Birmingham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,574 | $1,800 | $3,282 |
| Southside Birmingham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,166 | $2,399 | $3,942 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouthside Birmingham, Birmingham, AL
Ranked #11
Among cities in Alabama for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southside Birmingham Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Southside Birmingham?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southside Birmingham is under $875.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southside Birmingham?
The cheapest apartment in Southside Birmingham is Carlisle Terrace which is listed at $809, while the average apartment in Southside Birmingham costs $2,399.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southside Birmingham?
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 77 regular apartments in Southside Birmingham 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 Southside Birmingham?
Cheap apartments in Southside Birmingham have an average cost of $1,145 which is $1,254 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southside Birmingham.
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Birmingham Neighborhood Breakdown: Where to Find the Cheapest Rent Without Sacrificing Livability
Written by: Larry Allen
Hi. Larry Allen here, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Birmingham, AL.

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back
Written by: Lauren Harrington
I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.