Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southside Birmingham Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $600 (95 Rentals)

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University Place
$899 - $2,315
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$899 - $2,315
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University Place

951 18th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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property at 55 Hanover Cir

$1,000 - $1,100

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55 Hanover Cir

BirminghamAL35205
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Highland Cliffs
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$1,087 - $1,174
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$1,087 - $1,174
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Highland Cliffs

3401 Cliff RdBirmingham, AL 35205
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property at 57 Hanover Cir

$1,200

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$1,200
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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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57 Hanover Cir, Unit 220

57 Hanover Cir
BirminghamAL35205

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Cliff Terrace
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$1,257 - $1,399
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$1,257 - $1,399
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Cliff Terrace

3477 Cliff Ter SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Highland Towers
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Highland Towers

2257 Highland Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Davis House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Davis House

1117 23rd St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Highland Court
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Highland Court

2525 Highland Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Clairmont
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Clairmont

2930 Clairmont Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Celeste Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Celeste Manor

1229 29th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Highland House
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Highland House

3053 Highland Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Cliff Place
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cliff Place

1316 33rd St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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The Murals on Niazuma
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Murals on Niazuma

2612 Niazuma Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Hermosa
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hermosa

1127 23rd St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Altamont Cliffs
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Altamont Cliffs

1300 Altamont Way SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Cavalier
1 Bedroom Apartments

Cavalier

3121 Hillside AveBirmingham, AL 35205
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Southside Birmingham, Birmingham, AL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Southside Birmingham Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southside Birmingham area of Birmingham, AL is a Studio unit found at Highland Court priced from $788. The Sheraton has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $795. Here are the most affordable Southside Birmingham apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Highland CourtStudio ApartmentStudio,1BA$788
The SheratonLarge StudioStudio,1BA$795
Cliff Place1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Ground Level1BR,1BA$797
Cliff Highlands1x1 [Patio, Corner]1BR,1BA$829
Charleston Court1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Ground Level1BR,1BA$843
Donegal Place1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment1BR,1BA$855
Highland Court II Apartments1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment1BR,1BA$877
The LaSalleStudioStudio,1BA$880
Lakeview1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$890
University PlaceSmall StudioStudio,1BA$899

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southside Birmingham, AL

As of June 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southside Birmingham area is the $1.15 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Fix Play Lofts in the in the Smithfield neighborhood starting from $1,599. The second greatest value Southside Birmingham apartment is the 2 Bedroom x 1 Bathroom Model at Linden Apartments starting at $1,390 with a $1.30 price per square foot in the Southside Birmingham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southside Birmingham apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Fix Play Lofts2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.15
Linden Apartments2 Bedroom x 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.30
Park PlaceAzalea2BR,1.5BA$1.31
The 7001 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.29
Lakeview1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.10
Redwood Manor2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment - Updated2BR,1BA$1.28
Highland Court II Apartments1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1.17
Montrose and Montclair1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment - Montrose1BR,1BA$1.41
Cliff Highlands1x1 [Patio]1BR,1BA$1.37
Charleston Court1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Ground Level1BR,1BA$1.35

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

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Southside Birmingham, Birmingham, AL

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Among cities in Alabama for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Birmingham. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southside Birmingham Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Southside Birmingham?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Southside Birmingham is at Highland Court listed at $788.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southside Birmingham Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southside Birmingham Apartment is $797 at Cliff Place.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southside Birmingham Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southside Birmingham is starting from $988 at Redwood Manor.

What is the most affordable Southside Birmingham Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Southside Birmingham Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Steelhaven Birmingham and starts from $1,748.

Expert Rental Resources

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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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.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.