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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southside Birmingham Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $600 (53 Rentals)
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The Sheraton
2909 Highland Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Montrose and Montclair
1226-1228 29th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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The Murals on Niazuma
2612 Niazuma Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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University Place
951 18th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Altamont Cliffs
1300 Altamont Way SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Lofts at American Life
2308-2316 4th Ave NBirmingham, AL 35203
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The LaSalle
2020 11th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Market Lofts on Third
2225 3rd Ave NBirmingham, AL 35203
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Tower on Tenth
2021 10th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Park Place
600 24th St NBirmingham, AL 35203
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The Dagny
2218 1st Ave NBirmingham, AL 35203
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Advenir at Station 121
2000 2nd Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233
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The Fitzroy
2400 1st Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233
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Met on 7th
2900 7th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233
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Lakeview Green
2901 4th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233
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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 |
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| Southside Birmingham Studio Apartments | $1,281 | $745 | $2,831 |
| Southside Birmingham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,581 | $802 | $3,028 |
| Southside Birmingham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,986 | $962 | $4,036 |
| Southside Birmingham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,456 | $1,317 | $4,290 |
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There are currently 53 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 $721. Carlisle Terrace has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $737. Here are the most affordable Southside Birmingham apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Cliff Place | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $721 |
| Carlisle Terrace | Studio Apartment, Type B | Studio,1BA | $737 |
| The Frank | Studio 1 Bath-I | Studio,1BA | $779 |
| Montrose and Montclair | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $794 |
| The Murals on Niazuma | 1 Bedroom C | 1BR,1BA | $799 |
| University Place | Small Studio | Studio,1BA | $799 |
| Altamont Cliffs | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, 1300 Building | 1BR,1BA | $802 |
| Rhodes Villas | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Ground Level | 1BR,1BA | $804 |
| Park Hill | 1x1 [Balcony, 2nd Floor] | 1BR,1BA | $810 |
| Bankhead Towers | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $811 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southside Birmingham, AL
As of June 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southside Birmingham area is the $1.28 price per square foot 1 Bedroom Model at Fix Play Lofts in the in the Smithfield neighborhood starting from $1,699. The second greatest value Southside Birmingham apartment is the Two Bedroom - 1F Model at Lakeview Green starting at $1,800 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the Titusville 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. |
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| Fix Play Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Lakeview Green | Two Bedroom - 1F | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| Phares | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| Lakeview | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Park Place | Jasmine | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Highland Court | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment - Type B | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Parkview | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| Altamont Cliffs | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, 1300 Building | 1BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| Park Hill | 1x1 [Balcony, 2nd Floor] | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Carlisle Terrace | Studio Apartment, Type B | Studio ,1BA | $1.24 |
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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 $811.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southside Birmingham?
The cheapest apartment in Southside Birmingham is The Murals on Niazuma which is listed at $799, while the average apartment in Southside Birmingham costs $2,375.
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 $381 which is $1,994 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.
The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour
Written by: Marie Brown
You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.
Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.
The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters
Written by: Bobbi Jackson
If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.
Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters
Written by: Sandy Baker
Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.