
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Uptown Birmingham Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL from $500 (15 Rentals)
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Park Place
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Bankhead Towers

300 20th St N

The William

1932 Portage Ave
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1611 15th Ave N

1608 18th Pl N
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Uptown Birmingham, Birmingham, AL Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Uptown Birmingham?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Uptown Birmingham Studio Apartments | $1,094 | $799 | $1,313 |
Uptown Birmingham 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,700 | $889 | $10,000+ |
Uptown Birmingham 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,192 | $800 | $3,595 |
Uptown Birmingham 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,715 | $1,385 | $5,375 |
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There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Uptown Birmingham Neighborhood of Birmingham, AL.
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Cheapest Available Uptown Birmingham Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Uptown Birmingham area of Birmingham, AL is a Studio unit found at Market Lofts on Third priced from $799. 1512 11th Ave N has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable Uptown Birmingham apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Market Lofts on Third | Studio - Design 2 | Studio,1BA | $799 |
1512 11th Ave N | Standard | 2BR,1BA | $800 |
The Frank | Studio 1 Bath-C | Studio,1BA | $869 |
Park Place | Jasmine | 1BR,1BA | $889 |
Bankhead Towers | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,007 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Uptown Birmingham, AL
As of October 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Uptown Birmingham area is the $1.40 price per square foot 1 Bedroom Model at Fix Play Lofts in the in the Smithfield neighborhood starting from $1,699. The second greatest value Uptown Birmingham 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 Uptown Birmingham apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Fix Play Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
The Dagny | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.96 |
1512 11th Ave N | Standard | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
Theatre Lofts | Muse | 1BR,1BA | $2.36 |
Park Place | Jasmine | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
Armour & Co. | 1 BR Lux-Loft Living | 1BR,1BA | $2.37 |
The William | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
Bankhead Towers | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
Market Lofts on Third | One Bedroom - Design 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.41 |
Lofts at American Life | 1/1 - Forest Park Floor Plan - 06 | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleUptown Birmingham, Birmingham, AL
Ranked #27
Among cities in Alabama for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Uptown Birmingham Neighborhood in Birmingham, AL
Walk Score®
58 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
60 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
38 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Uptown Birmingham Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Uptown Birmingham?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Uptown Birmingham is at Market Lofts on Third listed at $799.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Uptown Birmingham Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Uptown Birmingham Apartment is $889 at Park Place.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Uptown Birmingham Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Uptown Birmingham is starting from $800 at 1512 11th Ave N.
What is the most affordable Uptown Birmingham Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Uptown Birmingham Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Dagny and starts from $2,435.
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.

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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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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