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2009 Avenue QEnsley, AL 35218
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Ensley, AL from $595 (69 Rentals)
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1624 Pearson Ave SW
BirminghamAL35211
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1000 4th Ave W, Unit 3
1000 4th Ave WBirmingham, AL 35204
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1017-1033 17th St SWBirmingham, AL 35211
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Fountain Blue
1561 Pike RdBirmingham, AL 35218
1001 21st Street Ensley
BirminghamAL35218
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Serenity at Valley Creek
1012 33rd St SWBirmingham, AL 35221
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1120 Bessemer Rd, Unit B4
1120 Bessemer RdBirmingham, AL 35228
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616 26th St SW
BirminghamAL35211
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1109 4th Ave W, Unit A and B
1109 4th Ave WBirmingham, AL 35204
610 16th Pl SW
BirminghamAL35211
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Park Terrace Apartments
2341 S Park Dr SWBirmingham, AL 35211
1243 Pineview Rd
BirminghamAL35228
1793 Steiner Ave SW
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1512 Ave J
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Deer Park
304 16th Plz SWBirmingham, AL 35211
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914 14th St SW
914 14th St SWBirmingham, AL 35211
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Four Winds West
1301 Monroe Ave SWBirmingham, AL 35211
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Monroe Avenue Apartments
1400 Monroe Ave SWBirmingham, AL 35211
1045 57th St
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1005 Valley Rd Pl
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Vines at Hillside
5817 Monte Sano Rd 9Birmingham, AL 35228
1782 McMillon Ave
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700 Attalla Pl
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3225 Avenue S
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340 McPherson Ave
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1848 Alemeda Ave SW
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5609 Court O
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2923 Avenue Z
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Southbrook Apartments
917 Cherry AveBirmingham, AL 35214
615 Macon St
BirminghamAL35214
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FairfieldAL35064
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1525 18th Street Ensley
1525 18th Street EnsleyBirmingham, AL 35218
1908 Princeton Ct SW
BirminghamAL35211
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1229 8th Ave W, Birmingham, AL 35208
1229 8th Ave WBirmingham, AL 35208
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Westbury Apartments
3225 Ave S Apartment HBirmingham, AL 35208
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5710 Monte Sano Dr
5710 Monte Sano DrBirmingham, AL 35228
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Ensley, AL Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ensley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Ensley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $891 | $700 | $1,015 |
| Cheap Ensley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $900 | $595 | $1,165 |
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Cheapest Available Ensley Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Ensley, AL is a 1 Bed unit found at Serenity at Valley Creek in the West End neighborhood priced from $750. Fountain Blue in the West End neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $800. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ensley apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Serenity at Valley Creek | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $750 |
| Fountain Blue | 2x1.5 | 2BR, 1BA | $800 |
| Southbrook Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $895 |
| 1525 18th Street Ensley | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $900 |
| 1229 8th Ave W, Birmingham, AL 35208 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $925 |
| 5710 Monte Sano Dr | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR, 1BA | $950 |
| Park Terrace Apartments | 1/1.00 | 1BR, 1BA | $1,015 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ensley, AL
As of September 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ensley area is the $0.93 price per square foot 2BR/1.0BA Model at 1229 8th Ave W, Birmingham, AL 35208 in the Smithfield neighborhood starting from $925. The second greatest value Ensley apartment is the 2BR/1.0BA Model at 1525 18th Street Ensley in the Sherman Heights neighborhood starting at $900 with a $1.06 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ensley apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1229 8th Ave W, Birmingham, AL 35208 | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $0.93 |
| 1525 18th Street Ensley | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $1.06 |
| Fountain Blue | 2x1.5 | 2BR, 1.5BA | $0.98 |
| Southbrook Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1.24 |
| Serenity at Valley Creek | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1.06 |
| 5710 Monte Sano Dr | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR, 1BA | $1.36 |
| Park Terrace Apartments | 1/1.00 | 1BR, 1BA | $2.03 |
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