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1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Birmingham, AL

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    Gourmet Kitchens with Breakfast Room or Breakfast Bar with Designer Hardware at Ashby at Ross Bridge, Hoover, AL 35226 Master Bedroom Feels Large and Spacious with Impressive High Ceilings and Large Walk-In Closets at Ashby at Ross Bridge, Hoover, AL 35226
    4.5
    6 days ago

    2000 Ashby Lane, Hoover, AL 35226
    7 Units available
    1 BED $1,287+
    Gourmet Kitchens with Breakfast Room or Breakfast Bar with Designer Hardware at Ashby at Ross Bridge, Hoover, AL 35226 Master Bedroom Feels Large and Spacious with Impressive High Ceilings and Large Walk-In Closets at Ashby at Ross Bridge, Hoover, AL 35226 Gorgeous Intimate Resident Clubhouse with WiFi Cyber Cafe, TV, Bar Tables and Chairs at Ashby at Ross Bridge, Hoover Children have a place to run and play at Alden Place too! Slides, Climbing Equipment and Bike Parking at Ashby at Ross Bridge, Hoover
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    5/5 Willie A. on Mar 25, 2023

    Awesome place to live! Absolutely love the staff

    5/5 Anonymous on Feb 2, 2023

    Nice and Quiet!

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    A kitchen with a black stove top oven and white cabinets. at WildForest Apartments, Birmingham, AL A bedroom with a large bed and a ceiling fan. at WildForest Apartments, Alabama
    3.5
    Today

    1000 Wildforest Drive, Birmingham, AL 35209
    Available
    1 BED $1,314+
    A kitchen with a black stove top oven and white cabinets. at WildForest Apartments, Birmingham, AL A bedroom with a large bed and a ceiling fan. at WildForest Apartments, Alabama a patio with chairs and a table next to a pool at WildForest Apartments, Birmingham, AL, 35209 a gym with weights at WildForest Apartments, Birmingham, 35209
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    4.5/5 kate p. on Jun 30, 2023

    My first off campus experience, the staff has been so helpful. The location is great being a Samford student. Can't wait.

    4.5/5 Lauren S. on Oct 1, 2020

    Love Wild forest!

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    Kitchen First Bedroom
    4.5
    Today

    3560 Grandview Parkway, Birmingham, AL 35243
    Available
    1 BED $1,654+
    Kitchen First Bedroom Sky Lounge with TVs and Pool Table Relaxing Saltwater Pool with Wi-Fi & Sun Shelves
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    5/5 Janice T. on Mar 4, 2025

    Amazing Apartment Complex Beautiful Property The staff is very helpful, kind and considerate.

    5/5 Anonymous on Jan 20, 2025

    Great place to live. Safe environment. Recommend

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    A black refrigerator is on the right side of a kitchen at The Onyx Hoover Apartments, Hoover, AL A bedroom with a large bed and a wall decoration at The Onyx Hoover Apartments, Hoover
    5.0
    Today

    990 Wisteria Place, Hoover, AL 35216
    Available
    1 BED $942+
    A black refrigerator is on the right side of a kitchen at The Onyx Hoover Apartments, Hoover, AL A bedroom with a large bed and a wall decoration at The Onyx Hoover Apartments, Hoover A modern dining room with a glass table and yellow chairs at The Onyx Hoover Apartments, Alabama A large outdoor swimming pool surrounded by a brick patio and trees at The Onyx Hoover Apartments, Hoover, 35216
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    5/5 Heather S. on Apr 21, 2025

    We have lived at this complex for three years now. We thoroughly enjoy our community. Maintenance and staff are considerate and kind. We won't be going anywhere anytime soon.

    5/5 Cadory E. on Mar 2, 2025

    This is a great place to live and I have enjoyed the time I have been here

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    3500 Clairmont Ave, Birmingham, AL 35222
    29 Units available
    1 BED $1,390+
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    Park 35 on Clairmont Apartments raises the bar! Our luxury apartments in Birmingham, AL, deliver sophisticated style, first-class amenities, and a prime location that you won't find anywhere else. Enjoy beautiful finishes in your apartment, such as wood grain flooring, soaring 9-foot ceilings, and elegant bathroom tiles. Take full advantage of gourmet kitchens featuring stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, and custom cabinetry. Schedule your tour today!

    Amenities
    • Dishwasher
    • Pets Allowed
  • 204
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    Pool With Relaxing Chairs at Hills at Hoover Apartments, Hoover, 35216 Fitness Center at Hills at Hoover Apartments, Hoover, AL
    3.0
    Today

    3627 Cedarbrook Dr, Hoover, AL 35216
    Available
    1 BED $850+
    Pool With Relaxing Chairs at Hills at Hoover Apartments, Hoover, 35216 Fitness Center at Hills at Hoover Apartments, Hoover, AL Balcony View at Hills at Hoover Apartments, Hoover, AL Open Floor Plan at Hills at Hoover Apartments, Hoover Alabama
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    5/5 Anonymous on Sep 19, 2023

    Staff is great.. everyone I encounter with is always helpful and great attitude.

    4.5/5 SW on Dec 22, 2023

    I lived here for 9 months and I love my apartment!! The office staff especially Ajsh is so friendly and professional! I am always pleased how fast and profient the maintenance team complete my apartment issues! Thanks!

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    Large kitchen areas at Park Place in Birmingham, Alabama Safe play area for children at Park Place in Birningham, Alabama
    Today

    600 24Th Street North, Birmingham, AL 35203
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $934+
    Large kitchen areas at Park Place in Birmingham, Alabama Safe play area for children at Park Place in Birningham, Alabama Private balconies and patios at Park Place in Birmingham, Alabama Spacious living rooms at Park Place in Birmingham, Alabama
    Amenities
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Patio/Balcony
    • Large Closets
    • Extra Storage
  • a white kitchen with a sink and two windows
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    1054 24Th Street South, Birmingham, AL 35205
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  • a kitchen with a sink and a black refrigerator
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    2312 Highland Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35205
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  • a kitchen with a stove and two windows
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    1127 23Rd Street South, Birmingham, AL 35205
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  • a small kitchen with a sink and a refrigerator
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    1117 23Rd Street South, Birmingham, AL 35205
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  • a living room with furniture and a ceiling fan
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    6 days ago

    2000 Ashby Lane, Hoover, AL 35226
    1 BED $1,287+
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  • a kitchen with a stove and a refrigerator and a sink
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    2310 Highland Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35205
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  • a kitchen with black appliances and granite counter tops and a black refrigerator
    99
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    917 Cherry Avenue, Birmingham, AL 35214
    1 BED $885
  • an open living room with couches and a table
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    1 Lake Heather Reserve, Birmingham, AL 35242
    1 BED $1,316+
  • an open living room and dining room with a table and chairs
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    2870 Regal Circle, Hoover, AL 35216
    1 BED $1,190+
  • a living room with a couch and chairs and a television
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    1000 Wildforest Drive, Birmingham, AL 35209
    1 BED $1,314+
  • a living room with couches and chairs and a rug
    25
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    2725 4Th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35233
    1 BED $1,330+
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  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    1701 1St Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35233
    1 BED $1,299+
  • a kitchen with a stove and sink and wooden cabinets
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    1055 24Th Street South, Birmingham, AL 35205
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  • a bedroom with a bed and a dresser and a closet
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    951 18Th Street South, Birmingham, AL 35205
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  • a pool table in a living room with large windows and a view
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    3560 Grandview Parkway, Birmingham, AL 35243
    1 BED $1,654+
  • a living room with a couch and a table
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    2601 Evergreen Drive, Birmingham, AL 35235
    1 BED $999
  • a living room with a couch and a ceiling fan
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    One Turtle Lake Drive, Birmingham, AL 35242
    1 BED $1,225+
  • a living room with couches and chairs and a television
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    3545 Grandview Pkwy, Birmingham, AL 35243
    1 BED $1,215+
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Birmingham, AL rent trends

Check out the average rent prices in Birmingham by neighborhood.

The average rent for an apartment in Birmingham, AL is $1,243, whereas the average monthly rent in the U.S. is $1,750.

Average rent in Birmingham, AL

$1,243/mo Birmingham, AL average rental price, September 2025
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The average rent for an apartment in Birmingham, AL is $1,243 per month.

What's the typical rent budget in Birmingham, AL?

A share of 29% of apartments in Birmingham, AL are in the ≤ $1000 price range. Around 2% of rentals in this city are in the range of $2,001-$2,500. Around 47% of Birmingham’s apartments have monthly rents between $1,001-$1,500. There are 21% of apartments with rents between $1,501-$2,000.

The largest share of rentals in Birmingham, AL (47%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Getting around in Birmingham, AL

40 /100
Car-Dependent
31 /100
Some Transit
24 /100
Somewhat Bikeable
Walk Score®: 40, Transit Score®: 31, Bike Score®: 24

Frequently asked questions

What is the price of a 1 bedroom apartment in Birmingham, AL?

The price range of a 1 bedroom apartment is between $400 and $3,528.

How many 1 bedroom apartments for rent are available in Birmingham, AL on RentCafe?

There are 941 1 bedroom rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Birmingham, AL were last updated on 18 Nov 2025.

What is the average size of a 1 bedroom apartment in Birmingham, AL?

The average Birmingham, AL 1 bedroom apartment size is 727 sq. ft.

What are the advantages of renting a 1 bedroom apartment in Birmingham, AL?

Renting a 1 bedroom apartment comes with more living and storage space compared to a studio apartment.

What are the downsides of renting a 1 bedroom apartment in Birmingham, AL?

1 bedroom apartments are usually more expensive than studio apartments in terms of rent and utility costs.

Living and Renting in Birmingham, AL

Living in location

Birmingham, known for its rich history and vibrant cultural scene, has become an attractive place to call home for many. The rental housing landscape in Birmingham offers an assortment of choices ranging from upscale condos to cozy one-bedroom apartments. Renters in Birmingham enjoy comprehensive rights, including legal protections against unlawful eviction and discrimination, guaranteeing a safe and just living environment.

The "Magic City" offers residents a plethora of attractions, including a zoo, art galleries, a varied dining scene, and shopping centers, making it an exciting city for apartment living.

One-Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Birmingham, AL

For renters seeking a blend of comfort and convenience, one-bedroom apartments in Birmingham have proven to be an excellent choice. These units particularly attract young professionals and students, who appreciate the compact design and affordability. One-bedroom apartments provide a perfect balance, offering enough space for living and entertaining without overwhelming maintenance needs.

The amenities provided by one-bedroom apartments in Birmingham are nothing short of appealing. They typically come with a fully equipped kitchen, central heating and air, and sometimes even a fitness center within the apartment community. Other perks include communal spaces, on-site management, and often, pet-friendly policies.

Popular neighborhoods such as Five Points South and Avondale offer an array of one-bedroom apartments for rent. These areas are notable for their proximity to dining spots, shopping outlets, and entertainment venues like the Iron City Birmingham. As a resident, you'll enjoy the vibrant nightlife, varied cuisine, and lively festivals that these neighborhoods have to offer.

If you're looking for one-bedroom apartments in Birmingham, you can use RentCafe.com to find the ideal place for you. You can filter your search by location, amenities, price and more. You can also view photos and floor plans and read reviews of different properties.

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