Cheap Homes for Rent in Southside Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $1,100 (3 Rentals)

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property at 401 20th St S

$1,300 - $1,350

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$1,300 - $1,350

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$1,300 - $1,350

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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401 20th St S

BirminghamAL35233

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southside, AL

As of June 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southside area is the $1.28 price per square foot Penthouse Model at The 700 in the in the Southside Birmingham neighborhood starting from $2,020. The second greatest value Southside apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Fix Play Lofts starting at $1,599 with a $1.15 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The 700Penthouse2BR,2.5BA$1.28
Fix Play Lofts2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.15
The Dagny2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.82
Lakeview1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.10
Highland Court II Apartments1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1.17
Rise LakeviewThe Rhodes1BR,1BA$1.64
South Hill (Highland Park)2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1.44
Rhodes Villas1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Ground Level,...1BR,1BA$1.46
Donegal Place1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1.45
Cliff Place1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Ground Level1BR,1BA$1.42

Frequently Asked Questions about Southside

What type of rentals are currently available in Southside?

There are currently 66 Apartments for Rent in Southside, AL with pricing that ranges from $810 to $14,545. There are also 27 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Southside ranging from $1,150 to $2,900.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Southside ranges from $1,150 to $2,900 with an average monthly rent of $2,144.

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