What is the average apartment size in Birmingham?

The average size for a Birmingham, AL apartment is 984 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Birmingham?

As of Jul / 2026, the average rent in Birmingham is $1,362 per month, a 1.23% increase from last years average of $1,345.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Birmingham?

In Birmingham, studios rent for $1,041 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,262 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,385 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $1,658 per month

What is the average apartment size in Birmingham?

The typical apartment in Birmingham offers about 984 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Birmingham?

Studio apartments in Birmingham average 454 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 766 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,085 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,377 sq. ft.

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Birmingham?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Birmingham include Huffman ($778/month), Spring Lake ($806/month), and Ensley Highlands ($820/month), all below the citywide average of $1,362.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Birmingham?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Birmingham are Southside Birmingham ($1,700/month), Acton Park ($1,785/month), and Cotswolds ($1,889/month), often due to premium locations and high-end amenities.

Birmingham, AL Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Birmingham?

The typical rent budget in Birmingham ranges from $1,001 to $1,500 per month, with 51% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Birmingham?

In Birmingham, 54% of households rent while 46% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: August 31, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Birmingham is $1,362, a 1.23% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,345.

Studio Apartments at $1,041 offer the most budget-friendly option with 454 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 766 square feet for $1,262, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-bedroom units at $1,385 offer 1,085 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,377 sq ft) for $1,658, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Birmingham, AL

Last updated: August 31, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,362	984 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,041	454 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,262	766 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,385	1,085 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$1,658	1,377 sq. ft.

Birmingham, AL rent trends

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

The largest share of rentals in Birmingham, AL (51%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Birmingham, AL?

48,386 or 54% of the households in Birmingham, AL are renter-occupied while 40,402 or 46% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Birmingham?

Huffman $778/month

Spring Lake $806/month

Ensley Highlands $820/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,362/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Birmingham?

Southside Birmingham $1,700/month

Acton Park $1,785/month

Cotswolds $1,889/month

These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.

Average Rent in Birmingham, AL By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Cotswolds	$1,889
Acton Park	$1,785
Southside Birmingham	$1,700
Huntington Parc	$1,669
Overton	$1,665
Ross Bridge	$1,634
Five Points South	$1,600
Cahaba Heights	$1,553
Hermitage - Woodland Village	$1,539
Crestline Holiday Gardens	$1,520
Oxmoor	$1,496
Cahaba Commons	$1,482
Forest Park	$1,461
Downtown Birmingham	$1,440
Greystone	$1,382
Devonshire Estates	$1,322
Gables - Sterling Oaks	$1,312
Chase Lake	$1,296
Castlehill - Gentilly Forest	$1,295
Crestline	$1,289
Chapel Hill	$1,239
River Oaks - Savannah Ridge	$1,212
Mountain Oaks	$1,198
Glen Iris	$1,197
West Homewood	$1,169
Southbury	$1,165
Lynngate - Tal Heim	$1,066
Highland Park	$1,009
Echo Highlands	$1,003
Ensley Highlands	$820
Spring Lake	$806
Huffman	$778

Birmingham | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Acton Park is 20% higher than in Cahaba Commons

$1,785

Acton Park rent is 31% higher than Birmingham average

Average Rent $1,785

$1,482

Cahaba Commons rent is 9% higher than Birmingham average

Average Rent $1,482

How Birmingham Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Birmingham	$1,362
Mobile	$1,194
Huntsville	$1,285
Montgomery	$1,125
Auburn	$1,967
Tuscaloosa	$1,502
Hoover	$1,302
Madison	$1,372
Prattville	$1,493
Vestavia Hills	$1,564
Homewood	$1,391
Bessemer	$1,033
Gardendale, AL	$1,354
Pelham, AL	$1,506
Center Point, AL	$882

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Birmingham apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.