Cheap Homes for Rent in Southside Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $900 (4 Rentals)

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property at 2020 5th Ave S

$1,300 - $1,450

1 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

2020 5th Ave S

BirminghamAL35294

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property at 401 20th St S

$1,500

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Now

401 20th St S

BirminghamAL35233

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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southside, AL

As of January 19, 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 The Dagny starting at $2,145 with a $1.96 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$1.39
The Dagny2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.96
The WaitesB52BR,2BA$1.70
Armour & Co.1 Bedroom / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.02
Lakeview1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.11
Linridge Apartments2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1.57
Rise LakeviewThe Vulcan1BR,1BA$1.84
South Hill (Highland Park)2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment2BR,1BA$1.41
Carlisle Terrace1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Courtyard Facing1BR,1BA$1.42
Clairmont Apartments1 BR / 1 BTH1BR,1BA$1.26

Frequently Asked Questions about Southside

What type of rentals are currently available in Southside?

There are currently 64 Apartments for Rent in Southside, AL with pricing that ranges from $716 to $14,545. There are also 18 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Southside ranging from $995 to $2,880.

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 $995 to $2,880 with an average monthly rent of $1,855.

Expert Rental Resources

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Birmingham Neighborhood Breakdown: Where to Find the Cheapest Rent Without Sacrificing Livability

Written by: Larry Allen

Hi. Larry Allen here, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Birmingham, AL.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.