Cheap Homes for Rent in Southside Birmingham Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $900 (18 Rentals)

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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 Montrose and Montclair priced from $735. Altamont Cliffs has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $790. Here are the most affordable Southside Birmingham apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Montrose and MontclairStudio Apartment - MontroseStudio,1BA$735
Altamont Cliffs1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, 1300 Building1BR,1BA$790
Rhodes Villas1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Ground Level1BR,1BA$792
Cliff Highlands1x1 [Balcony, 2nd Floor]1BR,1BA$809
Tower on TenthFive PointsStudio,1BA$810

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southside Birmingham, AL

As of September 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southside Birmingham area is the $1.39 price per square foot Penthouse Model at The 700 in the in the Southside Birmingham neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Southside Birmingham apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at Goodall-Brown Lofts starting at $1,499 with a $1.36 price per square foot in the Smithfield 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.
The 700Penthouse2BR,2.5BA$1.39
Goodall-Brown Lofts1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.36
Lakeview1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.22
Park PlaceWisteria1BR,1BA$1.17
Clairmont Hill2 Bedroom / 1.5 Bathroom Apartment2BR,1.5BA$1.21
Highland Court1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment - Type B1BR,1BA$1.20
Altamont Cliffs1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, 1300 Building1BR,1BA$1.21
Saint Anne1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1.39
Cliff Highlands1x1 [Balcony, 2nd Floor]1BR,1BA$1.30
Rhodes Villas1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Ground Level1BR,1BA$1.39

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Southside Birmingham, Birmingham, AL

Ranked #10

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Southside Birmingham

What type of rentals are currently available in Southside Birmingham?

There are currently 157 Apartments for Rent in Southside Birmingham, AL with pricing that ranges from $785 to $3,175. There are also 35 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Southside Birmingham ranging from $900 to $4,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Southside Birmingham?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Southside Birmingham ranges from $900 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,126.

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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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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