1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Birmingham Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL (41 Rentals)

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

A Local Experts Guide to The Best Affordable Neighborhoods in the Birmingham, AL area for affordable living. Find your perfect Birmingham apartment, condo, or rental home today at ApartmentHomeliving.com

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property at 406 Skyview Dr

$950

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jan 15, 2026

406 Skyview Dr, Unit E

406 Skyview Dr
BirminghamAL35209

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property at 2725 23rd St SW

$695 - $1,385

1 Bedroom Rentals

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2725 23rd St SW

BirminghamAL35208
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Kimbrough Homes
1 Bedroom Apartments

Kimbrough Homes

2817 Wallace Covington CirBirmingham, AL 35211

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Red Top Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Red Top Apartments

2418 Green Springs HwyBirmingham, AL 35209
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Valley Crest
1 Bedroom Apartments

Valley Crest

316 Beacon Crest LnBirmingham, AL 35209
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5809 16th St S
1 Bedroom Apartments

5809 16th St S

5809 16th St SBessemer, AL 35020

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Blue Ridge Villas
1 Bedroom Apartments

Blue Ridge Villas

1236 Blue Ridge Villa BlvdHoover, AL 35226
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Southwest Birmingham, Birmingham, AL Local Guide

Largest Available Southwest Birmingham 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Southwest Birmingham area of Birmingham, AL is found at MAA Ross Bridge and is listed at 1,013 square feet priced from $1,472. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
MAA Ross BridgeAldridge1,013 Sq Ft$1,472
Colina WeHoDorian1,002 Sq Ft$2,214
Century Lakeshore CrossingsAthens Sunroom953 Sq Ft$1,300
Valley Crest1x1+Den Previous Full Reno (vca2pf)950 Sq Ft$1,075
The Station at LakeshoreA2-BH-UG893 Sq Ft$1,524
The OxmoorThe Desoto890 Sq Ft$1,342
Lakeshore RidgeCobalt868 Sq Ft$1,347
Homewood Heights Apartment Homes1 BR | 1 BA850 Sq Ft$1,045
Ashby at Ross BridgeA3826 Sq Ft$1,349
The JamesonA1R825 Sq Ft$1,040

Cheapest Available Southwest Birmingham 1 Bedroom Apartments

Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Southwest Birmingham of Birmingham, AL is the 1 Bed, 1 bath Model starting from $675 at Serenity Apartments at Valley Creek. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Southwest Birmingham is currently $1,452. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Serenity Apartments at Valley Creek1 Bed, 1 bath$675
Red Top Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bath$895
Cadence at Bluff Park1A$899
The Avenues of LakeshoreThe Galleria$969
The JamesonA1R$1,040
Homewood Heights Apartment Homes1 BR | 1 BA$1,045
The Park at Callington1 Bed/1 Bath$1,045
513 at ValleyOne Bedroom$1,049
Chestnut TreeCT1A$1,050
Valley Crest1x1+Den Previous Full Reno (vca2pf)$1,075

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team works hard to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across Alabama and customized analysis for Southwestern 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 our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places that make kids happy, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Southwest Birmingham Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Southwest Birmingham with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Southwest Birmingham is at Serenity Apartments at Valley Creek listed at $675.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Southwest Birmingham Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Southwest Birmingham is $1,452.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Southwest Birmingham Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Southwest Birmingham is a 1,013 square feet unit starting from $1,472 at MAA Ross Bridge.

What is the average size for Southwest Birmingham 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Southwest Birmingham is currently 800 sq ft.

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.

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

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

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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.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!