
Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Birmingham Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL (122 Rentals)


The Station at Lakeshore

The Avenues of Lakeshore

Colina WeHo

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Stone Ridge Apartments

Stonegate Apartment Homes

Woodmere Creek Apartments

The Oaks at Lakeshore

Serenity at Valley Creek

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Lotus Homewood
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513 at Valley

2700 at Homewood

The Oxmoor

Lakeshore Ridge

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832 Beacon Pky E, Unit D

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1600 Lakeshore Ct, Unit 1600 Lakeshore Court
828 Beacon Pky E, Unit A

Furnished Studio-Birmingham - Wildwood

2800 Milan Ct, Unit 3225

2800 Milan Ct, Unit 114
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1738 31st St SW

2800 Milan Ct, Unit 216

2800 Milan Ct, Unit 113

100 Wildwood Ct, Unit 2-238

2800 Milan Ct, Unit 3219

100 Wildwood Ct, Unit 6-611

100 Wildwood Ct, Unit 5-534

100 Wildwood Ct, Unit 2-239

100 Wildwood Ct, Unit 3-325

2800 Milan Ct, Unit 3224
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2800 Milan Ct, Unit 3227

2800 Milan Ct, Unit 215

100 Wildwood Ct, Unit 5-528

4600 Grasselli Blvd SW

1645 18th Way SW

2704 Wenonah-Oxmoor Rd

525 Karen St

1838 31st St SW

6113 Court O

1243 Pineview Rd
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422 Skyview Dr

2300 31st St SW

358 Kingston Cir

366 Kingston Cir

2742 Oxmoor Way

257 Oxmoor Pl

222 Oxmoor Pl

2720 23rd St SW

710 Valley St

3640 Wenonah Rd SW
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Southwest Birmingham, Birmingham, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwest Birmingham?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Birmingham Studio Apartments | $1,150 | $780 | $2,099 |
| Southwest Birmingham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,348 | $700 | $2,240 |
| Southwest Birmingham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,585 | $800 | $3,600 |
| Southwest Birmingham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,826 | $1,295 | $2,850 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Southwest Birmingham?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $1,236 | $895 | $2,000 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $1,382 | $750 | $2,820 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $2,236 | $875 | $3,750 |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $4,097 | $3,200 | $4,995 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouthwest Birmingham, Birmingham, AL
Ranked #23
Among cities in Alabama for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Southwest Birmingham, Birmingham, AL
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Southwest Birmingham, Birmingham, and the greater Birmingham area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best outdoor access, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Family-Friendly Rating
Do you have little ones? Southwest Birmingham has come to be a top part of town for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly submarkets have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. Family Friendly neighborhoods provide resources like parks, and more.
Outdoors Rating
Love the outdoors? this area has now become known as providing great access to nice outdoor spaces, with a score of 3.5 out of 4.
Luxury Living Rating
This section of town is now ranked as one of the best luxury neighborhoods in town, with a score of 3.5 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like racquetball and tennis courts, luxury pools, concierge services, and quartz countertops in the kitchen with high-end appliances. Other luxury items often include tile or hardwood floors, access to sports facilities like golf, raquetball, and tennis, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.
Pet Friendly Rating
This area is one of our favorite submarkets for renters with pets, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Southwest Birmingham
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Southwest Birmingham area of Birmingham, AL?
As of today, August 29, 2026, there are currently 122 available Southwest Birmingham apartments priced from $700 to $3,600, with an average monthly rent of $1,569.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Southwest Birmingham Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Southwest Birmingham ranges from $700 to $2,240 with an average monthly rent of $1,348.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Southwest Birmingham cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Southwest Birmingham range from $800 to $3,600. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,585.
How expensive are Southwest Birmingham Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 30 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Southwest Birmingham on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,295 to $2,850 - averaging $1,826 for the location.
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