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The Sheraton
2909 Highland Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southside Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $700 (23 Rentals)
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20 Midtown
2014 3rd Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233
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1205 33rd StBirmingham, AL 35205
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Lakeview Green
2901 4th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233
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Rise Lakeview
2808 7th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233
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Southside, Birmingham, AL Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southside Studio Apartments | $1,313 | $785 | $1,714 |
| Southside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,527 | $910 | $2,058 |
| Southside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,051 | $1,300 | $2,700 |
| Southside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,774 | $2,568 | $2,950 |
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There are currently 23 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southside Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL.
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Cheapest Available Southside Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southside area of Birmingham, AL is a Studio unit found at The Sheraton priced from $785. Rhodes Villas has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $792. Here are the most affordable Southside apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Sheraton | Medium Studio | Studio,1BA | $785 |
| Rhodes Villas | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Ground Level | 1BR,1BA | $792 |
| Saint Anne | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $892 |
| Fourth Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment - AFH VLI | 2BR,1BA | $973 |
| Lakeview | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $982 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southside, AL
As of September 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southside 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 apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at The Dagny starting at $2,295 with a $2.09 price per square foot in the Smithfield neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The 700 | Penthouse | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.39 |
| The Dagny | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.09 |
| The Waites | B5 | 2BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| Clairview Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom Apartment - Ground Level | 2BR,2BA | $1.76 |
| Lakeview | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| Fourth Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment - AFH VLI | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Rise Lakeview | The Vulcan | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Saint Anne | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Rhodes Villas | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Ground Level | 1BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| The Sheraton | Medium Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.96 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
This website compiles millions of data points to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central Birmingham. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendly amenities, proximity to transit, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the Southside Neighborhood in Birmingham, AL
Walk Score®
73 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
56 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
36 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southside Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Southside?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Southside is at The Sheraton listed at $785.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southside Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southside Apartment is $792 at Rhodes Villas.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southside Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southside is starting from $973 at Fourth Apartments.
What is the most affordable Southside Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Southside Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Dagny and starts from $2,435.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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