Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Birmingham Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $600 (66 Rentals)

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Red Top Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Red Top Apartments

2418 Green Springs HwyBirmingham, AL 35209

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property at 2335 20th Pl SW

2335 20th Pl SW

BirminghamAL35211
property at 2335 20th Pl SW

2335 20th Pl SW

BirminghamAL35211

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Lotus Homewood
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lotus Homewood

825 Oak Leaf CirBirmingham, AL 35209
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Valley Crest
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Valley Crest

316 Beacon Crest LnBirmingham, AL 35209
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Southwest Birmingham, Birmingham, AL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Southwest Birmingham Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Birmingham area of Birmingham, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Serenity Apartments at Valley Creek priced from $675. The Avenues of Lakeshore has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable Southwest Birmingham apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Serenity Apartments at Valley Creek1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$675
The Avenues of LakeshoreThe BrookwoodStudio,1BA$850
The Pearl at HomewoodTwo Bedroom Two Bath Large2BR,2BA$920
513 at ValleyStudioStudio,1BA$949
Cadence at Bluff Park2TAR2BR,1BA$969
The Park at Callington1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,045
Valley Crest2x1 Previous Full Reno (vcb1pf)2BR,1BA$1,049
The Crescent at LakeshoreTwo Bedroom/ One Bath (P/B)2BR,1BA$1,055
The OxmoorThe Desoto1BR,1BA$1,065
Homewood Heights Apartment Homes2 BR | 1 BA2BR,1BA$1,095

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Birmingham, AL

As of October 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Southwest Birmingham area is the $1.31 price per square foot Suite Model at The Abbey at Regents Walk in the in the Woodland Park neighborhood starting from $2,199. The second greatest value Southwest Birmingham apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2 Bedroom Model at Hickory Knoll starting at $1,540 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Southwest Birmingham neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Birmingham apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Abbey at Regents WalkSuite3BR,2BA$1.31
Hickory Knoll3 Bedroom 2 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.14
The Pearl at HomewoodThree Bedroom Two Bath3BR,2BA$1.16
Stone Ridge Apartments3 Bedroom / 3 Bathroom Terrace3BR,3BA$1.16
Cadence at Bluff Park3TX3BR,1.5BA$1.27
Valley Crest2x1 Classic (vcb1)2BR,1BA$1.10
Homewood Heights Apartment Homes2 BR | 1 BA2BR,1BA$1.15
StonegateAlpine Elite1BR,1BA$1.30
The Park at Callington1 Bed/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.33
Serenity Apartments at Valley Creek1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$0.96

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Southwest Birmingham, Birmingham, AL

Ranked #23

Among cities in Alabama for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities across the United States, including Birmingham. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, features that make it easier to raise kids, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Birmingham Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Birmingham Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Southwest Birmingham Apartment is $675 at Serenity Apartments at Valley Creek.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southwest Birmingham Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southwest Birmingham is starting from $750 at Serenity Apartments at Valley Creek.

What is the most affordable Southwest Birmingham Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Southwest Birmingham Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cadence at Bluff Park and starts from $1,269.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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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! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.