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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 (33 Rentals)
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Lakeview
724 29th St SBirmingham, AL 35233
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Carlisle Terrace
1223-1225 29th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
1340 32nd St S
BirminghamAL35205
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$958 - $1,630
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Clairview
2933 Clairmont AveBirmingham, AL 35205
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$1,015 - $2,950
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Met on 7th
2900 7th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233
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$1,053 - $3,875
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20 Midtown
2014 3rd Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233
401 20th St S
BirminghamAL35233
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$1,087 - $14,545
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The Dagny
2218 1st Ave NBirmingham, AL 35203
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The 700
700 34th St SBirmingham, AL 35222
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$1,128 - $1,217
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Highland Riviera Apartments
1205 33rd StBirmingham, AL 35205
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Linridge Apartments
827 30th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Rise Lakeview
2808 7th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233
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$1,241 - $3,416
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The Fitzroy
2400 1st Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233
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Lakeview Green
2901 4th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233
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Iron City Lofts
2725 4th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35233
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Clairmont
2930 Clairmont Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Highland House
3053 Highland Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Rhodes Villa
2901-2905 Rhodes Cir SBirmingham, AL 35205
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3015 Clairmont Ave S
3015 Clairmont Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Montcalm Apartments
2927 Highland Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Cliff Place Apartments
1316 33rd St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Townview - Highland Park
2824 Rhodes Cir SBirmingham, AL 35205
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St. Anne
2925 Clairmont Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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South Hill
909 30th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
2990 Rhodes Cir S
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Donegal Place
2964 Rhodes Cir SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Carol Court Apartments
2920-2924 10th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Fourth
3732 4th AveBirmingham, AL 35222
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Highland Court II
2830 10th Ct SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Underwood Court Apartments
2931 10th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Southtown Court Apartments
933 23rd St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Forest Park Apartments
3021 Clairmont Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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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 | $1,300 | $810 | $1,700 |
| Southside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,528 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Southside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,859 | $958 | $2,550 |
| Southside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,567 | $1,925 | $3,175 |
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Cheapest Available Southside Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southside area of Birmingham, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Clairmont priced from $738. The Sheraton has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $810. Here are the most affordable Southside apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clairmont | 1 BR / 1 BTH | 1BR,1BA | $738 |
| The Sheraton | Medium Studio | Studio,1BA | $810 |
| Lakeview | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Carlisle Terrace | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Courtyard Facing | 1BR,1BA | $857 |
| Cliff Place Apartments | 1x1 [W/D, LTV, 2nd Floor] | 1BR,1BA | $910 |
| St. Anne | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment - Updated | 1BR,1BA | $939 |
| Clairview | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $958 |
| South Hill | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $975 |
| Met on 7th | The Atlanta | 1BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| 20 Midtown | Building 3: S3-A | Studio Plus | Studio,1BA | $1,053 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southside, AL
As of March 22, 2026 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 Fix Play Lofts starting at $1,799 with a $1.29 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. |
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| The 700 | Penthouse | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.39 |
| Fix Play Lofts | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Carol Court Apartments | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Lakeview | 1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| Donegal Place | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Rise Lakeview | The Vulcan | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| South Hill | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| St. Anne | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment - Updated | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Carlisle Terrace | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Clairmont | 1 BR / 1 BTH | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
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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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southside Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Southside?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southside is under $1,053.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southside?
The cheapest apartment in Southside is Clairmont which is listed at $738, while the average apartment in Southside costs $2,680.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southside?
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 24 regular apartments in Southside 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?
Cheap apartments in Southside have an average cost of $554 which is $2,126 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southside.
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