Apartments for Rent in Birmingham, AL

564 rentals available

Apartments for Rent in Birmingham, AL

564 rentals available

Park at Forestdale

115 Crabapple Lane, Birmingham, AL 35214

(205) 735-4689

$683+ moTotal price7-mo lease

19 units available

1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed

Amenities

W/D hookup, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Walk in closets, Gym + more

Verified

TUDOR

$1,495

1325 19th Street South, Birmingham, AL 35205

(205) 528-3612

1 unit available

2 bed

Amenities

W/D hookup, Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Air conditioning, and Fireplace

Verified

McCormic 2

$588

1327 16th Street Apt. 1, Birmingham, AL 35205

(205) 880-8207

1 unit available

Studio

Amenities

In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Carport, Air conditioning + more

Verified

The James on Highland

1142 22nd Street South, Birmingham, AL 35205

(205) 668-5394

$1,630+ moTotal price6-mo lease

121 units available

1 bed • 2 bed

Amenities

In unit laundry, Golf room, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance, Stainless steel + more

Verified

Colina Hillside

$1,325

201 ATI Parkway, Birmingham, AL 35244

(205) 619-6808

228 units available

Studio • 1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed

Amenities

In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Pet friendly, Stainless steel, 24hr gym + more

Verified

Laurelton Oaks

$1,052

1429 18th Street South, Birmingham, AL 35205

(205) 852-8557

1 unit available

1 bed

Amenities

On-site laundry, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Air conditioning, Range, and Oven

Verified

Highland Court II

$877

2830 10th Ct S, Birmingham, AL 35205

(205) 797-3399

1 unit available

1 bed

Amenities

Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Pet friendly, Parking, Air conditioning, and Range

Verified

Flanagan Flats

$1,044

633 Idlewild Circle, Birmingham, AL 35205

(659) 336-4106

1 unit available

1 bed

Amenities

In unit laundry, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance, Walk in closets + more

Verified

Signal Hill

$865

1321 18th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35205

(205) 336-6925

1 unit available

1 bed

Amenities

Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Parking, Air conditioning, and Range

Verified

Cordelle

$793

1415 13th Street S, Unit 103, Birmingham, AL 35205

(205) 984-2920

1 unit available

Studio

Amenities

In unit laundry, Pet friendly, Parking, Air conditioning, E-payments, Online portal + more

Verified

5.0

Colina WeHo

80 West Oxmoor Road, Birmingham, AL 35209

(205) 896-3140

$1,575+ moTotal price12-mo lease

Top rated for Location

26 units available

1 bed • 2 bed • 3 bed

Amenities

In unit laundry, Granite counters, Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance, Garage, Stainless steel + more

Verified

South Hill HP

$1,008

909 30th Street South Apt 13, Birmingham, AL 35205

(205) 852-8194

1 unit available

2 bed

Amenities

In unit laundry, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Parking, E-payments, Online portal + more

Verified

Breezeway

$901

1640 12th Street South, Unit I, Birmingham, AL 35205

(205) 927-4367

2 units available

1 bed • 2 bed

Amenities

In unit laundry, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Parking, Air conditioning, E-payments + more

Verified

Montrose and Montclair

$741

1226-1228 29th Street South, Birmingham, AL 35205

(205) 880-6781

2 units available

Studio • 1 bed

Amenities

On-site laundry, Hardwood floors, Pet friendly, Parking, Air conditioning, and Range

Verified

Glen Iris Place Apartments

$1,083

1119 11th Place South, Birmingham, AL 35205

(205) 509-4243

1 unit available

2 bed

Amenities

In unit laundry, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Parking, Air conditioning, and Bbq/grill

Verified

Terrace View

$981

1301 18th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35205

(205) 415-2938

2 units available

1 bed

Amenities

In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Dogs allowed, Parking, Microwave, and Range

Verified

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Birmingham is $1,445+, while the average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment is $1,774+. Rent rates updated 7 days ago

Studio: $1,250+
Prices trending down
1 Bed: $1,445+
Prices trending down
2 Beds: $1,774+
Prices trending down
3+ Beds: $2,072+
Prices trending down

* Averages are based on the rental prices of properties listed on Apartment List that don’t include fees

Top neighborhoods

Top neighborhoods in Birmingham, AL

South Eastlake
What's it 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
View 35 listings
Highland Park
What's it 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
View 28 listings
Five Points South
What's it 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
View 60 listings

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Birmingham Rent Report: June 2026

Welcome to the Apartment List June 2026 Rent Report for Birmingham, AL. Currently, the overall median rent in the city stands at $1,126, roughly the same as last month. Prices are now down 2.2% year-over-year. Read on to learn more about what’s been happening in the Birmingham rental market and how it compares to trends throughout the nation as a whole.

View full Birmingham Rent Report

Birmingham Renter Confidence Survey

National study of renter’s satisfaction with their cities and states

Here’s how Birmingham ranks on:

Overview of Findings

Apartment List has released Birmingham’s results from the third annual Apartment List Renter Satisfaction Survey. This survey, which drew on responses from over 45,000 renters nationwide, provides insight on what states and cities must do to meet the needs of the country’s 111 million renters.

"Birmingham renters expressed general dissatisfaction with the city overall," according to Apartment List. "Some categories received above average scores, and many received near-average scores."

Key Findings in Birmingham include the following:

Birmingham renters gave their city a C overall.
The highest-rated categories for Birmingham were pet-friendliness (A), affordability (A-) and quality of local schools (B+).
The areas of concern to Birmingham renters are state and local taxes and public transit, which both received D grades.
Birmingham did relatively poorly compared to other Southern cities like Atlanta (B), New Orleans (B), Charleston (A-) and Columbia (B-).
Birmingham did relatively poorly compared to cities nationwide, including Houston (B+), Chicago (B-) and Raleigh (A).
The top rated cities nationwide for renter satisfaction include Scottsdale, AZ, Irvine, CA, Boulder, CO and Ann Arbor, MI. The lowest rated cities include Tallahassee, FL, Stockton, CA, Dayton, OH, Detroit, MI and Newark, NJ.

For more information on the survey methodology and findings or to speak to one of our researchers, please contact our team at rentonomics@apartmentlist.com.

View our national survey results.

Apartments for Rent in Birmingham, AL

Apartments for Rent in Birmingham, AL

Apartments for Rent in Birmingham, AL

Listings

Average rent in Birmingham, Alabama

Top neighborhoods

Top neighborhoods in Birmingham, AL

South Eastlake

What's it like to live in South Eastlake?

Great for

Neighborhood vibe

Highland Park

What's it like to live in Highland Park?

Great for

Neighborhood vibe

Five Points South

What's it like to live in Five Points South?

Great for

Neighborhood vibe

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How can I find off-campus housing in Birmingham, AL?

How can I find off-campus housing in Birmingham, AL?

Birmingham Renter Confidence Survey

Here’s how Birmingham ranks on:

Overview of Findings

Apartments for Rent in Birmingham, AL

Listings

Average rent in Birmingham, Alabama

Top neighborhoods

Top neighborhoods in Birmingham, AL

South Eastlake

What's it like to live in South Eastlake?

Great for

Neighborhood vibe

Highland Park

What's it like to live in Highland Park?

Great for

Neighborhood vibe

Five Points South

What's it like to live in Five Points South?

Great for

Neighborhood vibe

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

How much is rent in Birmingham, AL?

How much is rent in Birmingham, AL?

How can I find a cheap apartment in Birmingham, AL?

How can I find a cheap apartment in Birmingham, AL?

How can I find a pet-friendly apartment in Birmingham, AL?

How can I find a pet-friendly apartment in Birmingham, AL?

How much should I pay for rent in Birmingham, AL?

How much should I pay for rent in Birmingham, AL?

How can I find off-campus housing in Birmingham, AL?

How can I find off-campus housing in Birmingham, AL?

Birmingham Renter Confidence Survey

Here’s how Birmingham ranks on:

Overview of Findings

Listings

Average rent in Birmingham, Alabama

Top neighborhoods

Top neighborhoods in Birmingham, AL

South Eastlake

What's it like to live in South Eastlake?

Great for

Neighborhood vibe

Highland Park

What's it like to live in Highland Park?

Great for

Neighborhood vibe

Five Points South

What's it like to live in Five Points South?