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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
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    1000 Wildforest Drive, Birmingham, AL 35209
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    1 BED $1,319+
    2 BEDS $1,480+
    3 BEDS $1,736+
    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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    200 Hickory Knoll, Birmingham, AL 35226
    2 BEDS $1,212
    3 BEDS $1,296+
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    3450 Manor Drive, Homewood, AL 35209
    1 BED $1,129+
    2 BEDS $1,429+
    3 BEDS $1,754+
  • A modern living room with a striped sofa and a glass coffee table.
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    101 Moretti Circle, Homewood, AL 35209
    1 BED $1,715+
    2 BEDS $1,899+
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    919 Oxmoor Road, Birmingham, AL 35209
    1 BED $1,050
  • A living room with a grey couch and a coffee table.
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    195 Oxmoor Rd, Homewood, AL 35209
    2 BEDS $1,792
    3 BEDS $2,082+
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    912 Oxmoor Road, Birmingham, AL 35209
    STUDIO $825
    1 BED $925
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    900 Velmont Ln, Homewood, AL 35226
    4 BEDS $2,400
  • A living room with a green couch and a brown armchair.
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    3120 Lancaster Court, Homewood, AL 35209
    1 BED $2,199

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    1903 Vestavia Court, Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
    1 BED $998
    2 BEDS $1,398
    3 BEDS $1,298
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    1769 Vestaview Ln, Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
    3 BEDS $2,400
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    2418 Green Springs Hwy, Birmingham, AL 35209
    1 BED $895
    2 BEDS $950
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  • A kitchen with white cabinets and stainless steel appliances.
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    218 Olympia Dr, Homewood, AL 35209
    1 BED $700
    2 BEDS $920+
    3 BEDS $1,404+
  • A living room with a grey couch, a black chair, a lamp, and a painting on the wall.
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    80 West Oxmoor Road, #, Homewood, AL 35209
    1 BED $1,499+
    2 BEDS $1,799+
    3 BEDS $2,625
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    101 Penthouse Dr, Birmingham, AL 35205, Birmingham, AL 35205
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    1922 Tree Top Lane, Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
    1 BED $1,410
    2 BEDS $1,745+
    3 BEDS $2,230
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    2421 Woodmere Drive, Vestavia Hills, AL 35226
    3 BEDS $2,400
  • a kitchen with black appliances and wood cabinets
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    1407 17Th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35205
    STUDIO $760+
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    2624 Southview Pl, Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
    4 BEDS $2,350
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a sink and a stove
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    1144 16Th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35205
    STUDIO $900+
    1 BED $950+
    2 BEDS $1,100+
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    2207 Sumpter Street, Hoover, AL 35226
    1 BED $1,050
    2 BEDS $1,275
    3 BEDS $1,475
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and granite counter tops and stainless steel appliances
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    1509 16Th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35205
    1 BED $850
    2 BEDS $1,050
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    1430 13Th Place South, Birmingham, AL 35205
    2 BEDS $2,000
  • a kitchen with a sink and a stove and a window
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    1517 16Th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35205
    1 BED $964
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  • a kitchen with white cabinets and black appliances and a window
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    1534 17Th Street South, Birmingham, AL 35205
    1 BED $850+
    2 BEDS $1,300+
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Homewood, AL rent trends

Rental prices in Homewood, AL have decreased by 0.37% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,388 to $1,383.

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Compared to the national average rent of $1,750, the average rent in Homewood, AL is $1,383.

Average rent in Homewood, AL

$1,383/mo Homewood, AL average rental price, September 2025
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The average monthly rent of apartments in Homewood, AL is $1,383.

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

    About 25% of apartment rents in Homewood, AL range between $1,501-$2,000. Meanwhile, apartments around $2,001-$2,500 represent 8% of apartments. Around 48% of Birmingham’s apartments are in the $1,001-$1,500 price range. 16% of apartments are priced ≤ $1000. A share of 2% of apartment rentals in Birmingham are in the $2,501-$3,000 range.

    The largest share of rentals in Homewood, AL (48%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

    Getting around in Homewood, AL

    39 /100
    Car-Dependent
    20 /100
    Somewhat Bikeable
    Walk Score®: 39, Bike Score®: 20

    Frequently asked questions

    When were prices and availability in Homewood, AL last updated?

    Prices and availability in Homewood, AL were last updated on 18 Nov 2025.

    What are the best apartments in Homewood, AL?

    The best apartments in Homewood, AL are: WildForest Apartments, Hickory Knoll, The Brookwood, Moretti and Edgewood Terrace.

    What is the average rent in Homewood, AL?

    The average rent in Homewood, AL is $1,304.

    What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Homewood, AL?

    The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Homewood, AL is between $1,050 and $2,892.

    What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Homewood, AL?

    The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Homewood, AL is between $1,200 and $3,633.

    What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Homewood, AL?

    The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Homewood, AL is between $1,280 and $3,633.

    What type of rental buildings are in Homewood, AL?

    In Homewood, 36% of the residents are renting compared to 64% owning a home, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Large-scale apartment buildings with more than 50 units represent 15% of Homewood’s rentals, 71% are small-scale complexes with under 50 units, and 14% are single-family rentals.

    What do typical apartment communities look like in Homewood, AL?

    The age and size of multifamily buildings are among the most visible characteristics of the rental market in a city.  In this case, the apartment buildings in Homewood are about 44 years old, on average. Of these, 18% have been built since 2000, representing the newer options on the market and typically offering more amenities. Rental buildings in the city have an average height of 3 stories. About all of the rental communities here are low-rise, garden-style communities, none are mid-rises, and none are high-rise buildings. These are true especially for large-scale multifamily buildings with over 50 apartments.

    What apartment floorplans are common in Homewood, AL?

    Studio apartments in Homewood are around 6% of rentals, while 1-bedroom floor plans represent 35% of the total stock. For those in search of larger rentals, 2-bedroom floorplans make up 50% of all rentals. More generous apartments with 3 bedrooms or more are also available in this city for those in search of more space.

    Living in Homewood, AL

    Homewood is one of the best suburbs of Birmingham, Alabama, located near the southeastern part of the state. The lush, green landscaping all around this small town gives it a densely suburban feel that has an excellent public school system for families. Renters enjoy the southern charm and have access to lots of restaurants, coffee shops and public parks, as well as plenty of hiking and biking trails in the nearby Red Mountain Park. For renters who commute for work in the downtown Birmingham area, the ride is only around 5 miles to the north along U.S. Highway 31.

    Renting in Homewood, AL

    About a third of the people living in Homewood are renters as opposed to homeowners. That means there are plenty of affordable apartments for rent in Homewood. Apartments in Homewood are usually found in large communities with two- to three-story buildings, although there are some high-rise style apartments that overlook the University of Alabama in nearby Birmingham. Renters will enjoy a variety of amenities in these apartment communities, such as in-ground pools, grilling areas, walking trails and tennis courts. Most rental apartments in Homewood are pet friendly, which is good news for renters who own cats and dogs. For renters looking for walkable neighborhoods, many apartments in Homewood are near local amenities like grocery stores, gas stations and small restaurants.

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    Shopping in Homewood, AL

    The main street that runs through Homewood is filled with fun, local shops. That includes upscale clothing shops, boutiques and art galleries where renters can find locally made goods. There is also Soho Square, a more recent shopping complex that also features local stores and boutiques with goods you won’t find in a regular chain mall. Many restaurants and pub-style dining places are available there right below some apartment complexes. For grocery stores, renters have quite a few options, including the Piggly Wiggly, Aldi, The Fresh Market and Hometown Supermarket. For big-box stores, there is a Target in Homewood at the Brookwood Village shopping plaza, which is close to rental apartments.

    Transportation in Homewood, AL

    Many renters who live in the Homewood area commute to downtown Birmingham for work. There is also a heavy student scene there for the University of Birmingham that requires excellent public transportation. The MAX Transit is the public transportation that is run by the Jefferson County Transit Authority. It’s made up of bus routes, including the MAX Direct and the Magic City Connector, that go through the town at different stops near apartment communities and into Birmingham. For renters who need to travel by air internationally or domestically, the closest airport is the Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport that’s only around 22 minutes away by car. In getting around Homewood by car, the major highway is Interstate 280, which connects with U.S. Highway 31. Over on the east side of Homewood, renters can also take Highway 65 to get to Birmingham.

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