Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southside Birmingham Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $600 (74 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Southside Birmingham area of Birmingham.

The Murals on Niazuma

The Sheraton

The Dulion

5th Avenue Apartments

Tower on Tenth

The LaSalle

Park Place
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Lakeview

20 Midtown

Bankhead Towers

University Place

The 700

Advenir at Station 121
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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 | $1,065 | $751 | $1,775 |
| Southside Birmingham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,657 | $824 | $10,000+ |
| Southside Birmingham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,174 | $949 | $3,310 |
| Southside Birmingham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,087 | $1,391 | $3,175 |
| Southside Birmingham 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,285 | $2,064 | $2,434 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 74 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southside Birmingham Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL.
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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 Cliff Place priced from $751. Charleston Court has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $778. Here are the most affordable Southside Birmingham apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cliff Place | Studio Apartment, LVP | Studio,1BA | $751 |
| Charleston Court | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Ground Level | 1BR,1BA | $778 |
| HIGHLAND HOUSE FLATS | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $795 |
| The Murals on Niazuma | 1 Bedroom C | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| Altamont Cliffs | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, 1308 and 1316... | 1BR,1BA | $809 |
| The Dulion | Medium Studio | Studio,1BA | $810 |
| Top of the Cliff | 1x1 [1st Floor, No View] | 1BR,1BA | $818 |
| 5th Avenue Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $824 |
| Highland Court | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment - Type B | 1BR,1BA | $843 |
| Lofts at American Life | 0/1 - Jefferson Floor Plan - 09 | Studio,1BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southside Birmingham, AL
As of October 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southside Birmingham area is the $1.28 price per square foot 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment Model at Carol Court in the in the Southside Birmingham neighborhood starting from $1,090. The second greatest value Southside Birmingham apartment is the 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment Model at Underwood Court starting at $1,154 with a $1.36 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carol Court | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Underwood Court | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Lakeview | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Hillside Manor | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Flat, Classic | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Park Place | Wisteria | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Highland Court | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment - Type B | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Parkview | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Altamont Cliffs | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, 1308 and 1316... | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Charleston Court | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Ground Level | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| 5th Avenue Apartments | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouthside Birmingham, Birmingham, AL
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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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 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 $850.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southside Birmingham?
The cheapest apartment in Southside Birmingham is Charleston Court which is listed at $778, while the average apartment in Southside Birmingham costs $2,221.
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 19 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 $1,103 which is $1,118 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southside Birmingham.
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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