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- 3928 37th Avenue North, Birmingham, AL 35217(205) 843-6536$1,200
3928 37th Avenue
- 1 unit available
- 4 bed
- 3609 Doby Avenue Southwest, Birmingham, AL 35221(205) 843-6536$1,300
3609 Doby Avenue
- 1 unit available
- 5 bed
- 719 Washington Avenue Southwest, Birmingham, AL 35211(205) 843-6536$1,100
719 Washington Avenue
- 1 unit available
- 3 bed
- 820 McMillon Avenue, Birmingham, AL 35211(205) 843-6536$1,350
820 McMillon Avenue
- 1 unit available
- 5 bed
- 405 11th Street Southwest, Birmingham, AL 35211(205) 843-6536$1,000
405 11th Street
- 1 unit available
- 2 bed
- 3609 Ellis Avenue Southwest, Birmingham, AL 35221(205) 843-6536$1,250
3609 Ellis Avenue
- 1 unit available
- 5 bed
- 1300 Gulfport Street, Birmingham, AL 35224(205) 843-6536$1,200
1300 Gulfport Street
- 1 unit available
- 3 bed
- 6820 Division Avenue, Birmingham, AL 35206(205) 843-6536$1,200
6820 Division Avenue
- 1 unit available
- 3 bed
- 4200 29th Avenue North, Birmingham, AL 35207(205) 843-6536$1,200
4200 29th Avenue
- 1 unit available
- 3 bed
- 3732 4th Street West, Birmingham, AL 35207(205) 843-6536$1,000
3732 4th Street W
- 1 unit available
- 4 bed
Average rent in Birmingham, Alabama
- Studio
- $1,104+Trending down
- 1 Bed
- $1,474+Trending down
- 2 Beds
- $1,836+Trending down
- 3+ Beds
- $1,978+Trending down
* Averages are based on the rental prices of properties listed on Apartment List that don’t include fees
Top neighborhoods in Birmingham
Five Points South
What it’s like to live in Five Points South
Historic vibrancy defines this Civil Rights District anchor. Renters love loft-style conversions but face 2AM noise from The Nick's live blues shows. Limited parking during Sloss Fest weekends.
Great for
Families
Retirees
Professionals
Young Renters
Commuters
Neighborhood vibe
Mixed-Use
Peaceful
Mixed-Use & Commercial
South Eastlake
What it’s like to live in South Eastlake
South Eastlake offers historic homes with downtown accessibility in this eastern Birmingham neighborhood. Rental options include traditional Birmingham architecture with details like front porches and hardwood floors unavailable in newer construction. The area provides excellent access to both Pepper Place markets and downtown employment, creating an ideal environment for urban enthusiasts seeking authentic character at more accessible rates than similar properties in Highlands or Forest Park.
Great for
Families
Retirees
Dog Owners
Outdoor Enthusiasts
Commuters
Neighborhood vibe
Suburban
Green Spaces
Family-Friendly
Highland Park
What it’s like to live in Highland Park
Historic character defines Highland Park, where Birmingham's distinguished neighborhood offers architectural significance and mature landscaping minutes from downtown employment. The district features distinctive properties from Victorian mansions to Craftsman bungalows creating streetscapes increasingly valued beyond purely functional housing considerations. Highland Park's elevation provides both spectacular city views and natural cooling through hilltop positioning reducing air conditioning requirements increasingly valuable as energy costs continue affecting overall housing affordability calculations, while strategic positioning between both downtown Birmingham employment and Five Points South entertainment creates ideal convenience for professionals seeking sophisticated environments beyond purely practical considerations increasingly important as quality-of-life factors continue affecting housing decisions.
Great for
Families
Retirees
Dog Owners
Outdoor Enthusiasts
Commuters
Neighborhood vibe
Suburban
Green Spaces
Family-Friendly
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Find an apartment for rent in Birmingham, AL
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The average rent in Birmingham is $1,104 for a studio, $1,474 for a one-bedroom apartment, and $1,836 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you are looking for a deal, keep an eye out for a red pulsing icon that indicates rent specials.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
In Birmingham, the average rent is $1,104+ for a studio, $1,474+ for a 1-bedroom, $1,836+ for a 2-bedroom, and $1,978+ for a 3-bedroom.*
*Based on base prices that don’t include fees
You can find the lowest-priced apartments in Birmingham by using the cheap apartments filter or you can search by apartments that are offering move-in specials.
You can use the pet-friendly filter to find Birmingham apartments that allow pets.
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You can use the off-campus housing filters to find apartments near colleges located in or around Birmingham. Some of the colleges and universities in the area include University of Alabama at Birmingham, Miles College, Birmingham Southern College, Lawson State Community College-Birmingham Campus, Jefferson State Community College, and Samford University.