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property at 1504 12th St S

$700 - $1,100

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1504 12th St S

BirminghamAL35205
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Highland Cliffs
$895 - $1,177
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$895 - $1,177
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Highland Cliffs

3401 Cliff RdBirmingham, AL 35205
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University Place
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$899 - $1,685
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University Place

951 18th St SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Fox Hall
$935 - $1,257
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Fox Hall

1613 13th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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property at 55 Hanover Cir

$1,000 - $1,500

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55 Hanover Cir

BirminghamAL35205
property at 57 Hanover Cir

$1,000 - $1,300

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57 Hanover Cir

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Melrose Place
$1,013 - $1,103
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Melrose Place

1501 15th Ave SBirmingham, AL 35205
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Cliff Terrace
$1,034 - $1,369
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Cliff Terrace

3477 Cliff Ter SBirmingham, AL 35205
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property at 1022 28th Pl S

$1,100 - $2,700

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1022 28th Pl S

BirminghamAL35205

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

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Mountain Brook, AL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Mountain Brook Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Mountain Brook, AL is a Studio unit found at University Ridge Apartments in the Smithfield neighborhood priced from $625. Terrace Apartments in the Five Points South neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $715. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mountain Brook apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
University Ridge ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$625
Terrace ApartmentsStudio 1 Bath - Ground LevelStudio,1BA$715
Tower on TenthFive PointsStudio,1BA$735
The CordelleStudio Apartment, Ground Level, CornerStudio,1BA$737
Montrose and MontclairStudio Apartment - MontclairStudio,1BA$737
Element 261x1 [1st Floor, Street Facing]1BR,1BA$768
Carlisle TerraceStudio Apartment, Type B, Courtyard FacingStudio,1BA$773
Cliff Place1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Top Level1BR,1BA$774
The Hillside Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$775
Redwood Manor1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment1BR,1BA$780

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mountain Brook, AL and Nearby

As of May 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mountain Brook area is the $0.94 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at Branchwater in the in the Hoover Vestavia Hills neighborhood starting from $1,599. The second greatest value Mountain Brook apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Fix Play Lofts starting at $1,599 with a $1.15 price per square foot in the Smithfield neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mountain Brook apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Branchwater3 Bedroom 2 Bath3BR,2BA$0.94
Fix Play Lofts2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.15
1425 13th St S, Unit A1425 13th St S2BR,1BA$1.06
Retreat at Mountain BrookThe Kent1BR,1.5BA$1.16
Terrace Court1x1 [2nd Floor]1BR,1BA$1.09
The Marshall on 5th2BR/2BA - B22BR,2BA$1.09
Lakeview1 Bedroom/ 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.10
The Richmond1.5 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom Apartment, B1BR,2BA$0.99
Places at Red Rocks1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.13
Magnolia Court1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Apartment, Back Building...1BR,1BA$1.17

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mountain Brook Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Mountain Brook?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Mountain Brook is at University Ridge Apartments listed at $625.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mountain Brook Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mountain Brook Apartment is $768 at Element 26.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mountain Brook Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mountain Brook is starting from $875 at The Hillside Apartments.

What is the most affordable Mountain Brook Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Mountain Brook Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Wood Springs and starts from $1,129.

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I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.