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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Birmingham, AL

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Apartments Under $500

  • a large house with a lawn in front of it
    25
    Today

    3Rd Floor Corner, Birmingham, AL 35243
    1 BED $400
  • A house with a brown roof and a white car parked in front.
    Today

    Michael Kittinger, Birmingham, AL 35243
    1 BED $437

Apartments Under $700

Apartments Under $800

  • an old brick building with a staircase on the side
    10
    Today

    2413 14Th Avenue North, Birmingham, AL 35234
    2 BEDS $700+
  • a living room with two yellow chairs and a table and a window
    107
    Today

    600 Earline Cr., Birmingham, AL 35215
    2 BEDS $705+
  • a living room with tables and chairs and a fireplace
    143
    Today

    544 Gadsden Highway, Birmingham, AL 35235
    1 BED $720+
    2 BEDS $765+
    3 BEDS $1,000
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a black refrigerator
    45
    Today

    1927 15Th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35205
    STUDIO $725
    1 BED $750
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a stove and a sink
    70
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    1931 15Th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35205
    STUDIO $725+
    1 BED $800+
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  • a kitchen with white cabinets and stainless steel appliances
    94
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    3901-3909 Clairmont Avenue, Birmingham, AL 35205
    STUDIO $750+
    1 BED $850+
  • a kitchen with black appliances and wood cabinets
    31
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    1407 17Th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35205
    STUDIO $760+
  • a set of stairs in front of a building
    25
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    2909 Highland Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35205
    1 BED $785
    2 BEDS $1,325
    3 BEDS $1,900+

Apartments Under $900

  • a living room with a door to a kitchen
    7
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    11-13 5Th Court South, Birmingham, AL 35205
    Income Restricted
    1 BED $800
  • a kitchen with black appliances and white cabinets and a washing machine
    77
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    1428 FL Shuttlesworth Drive, Birmingham, AL 35234
    2 BEDS $825+
  • a living room with a couch and chairs and a kitchen
    37
    4 days ago

    2021 Tenth Ave South, Birmingham, AL 35205
    STUDIO $827+
    1 BED $1,235+
  • a living room with couches and a chandelier
    40
    Today

    901 Wildwood Crossing, Birmingham, AL 35211
    STUDIO $841+
    1 BED $897+
    2 BEDS $998+
  • a living room with a fireplace and a tv on the wall
    68
    6 days ago

    3800 Galleria Woods Dr, Hoover, AL 35244
    1 BED $845+
    2 BEDS $1,110+
    3 BEDS $1,300+
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  • 204
    Resident Rated
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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+
    2 BEDS $925+
    3 BEDS $1,075+
    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
    Property reviews
    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!

  • a kitchen with white cabinets and granite counter tops and stainless steel appliances
    61
    Today

    1509 16Th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35205
    1 BED $850
    2 BEDS $1,050
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and black appliances and a window
    44
    Today

    1534 17Th Street South, Birmingham, AL 35205
    1 BED $850+
    2 BEDS $1,300+
  • a living room with a couch and a table
    39
    Today

    2225 3Rd Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35203
    STUDIO $855
    1 BED $950
    2 BEDS $1,599
  • an empty kitchen with white appliances and wooden cabinets
    9
    Today

    1400 7Th Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35203
    1 BED $857
    2 BEDS $1,021
  • an old building with a red door and a sign that reads the elbow
    10
    Today

    2030 11Th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35205
    1 BED $860
    2 BEDS $1,300
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  • A modern kitchen with a glass table and yellow chairs.
    7
    Today

    550 Hampton Park Drive, Hoover, AL 35216
    1 BED $879+
    2 BEDS $971+
    3 BEDS $1,137+
  • a picture of a tall building with a tree
    11
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    2020 11Th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35205
    1 BED $880
  • a kitchen with black appliances and granite counter tops and a black refrigerator
    99
    Today

    917 Cherry Avenue, Birmingham, AL 35214
    1 BED $885
    2 BEDS $945+
  • the kitchen of our studio apartment atrium with sink and stove
    14
    Today

    2418 Green Springs Hwy, Birmingham, AL 35209
    1 BED $895
    2 BEDS $950
  • a living room with a couch and a coffee table
    37
    Today

    5775 Summer Place Pkwy, Hoover, AL 35244
    1 BED $895+
    2 BEDS $994+
    3 BEDS $1,361+

Apartments Under $1,000

  • a kitchen with a stove microwave and a sink
    49
    Today

    32 Westchester Court, Birmingham, AL 35215
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  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a sink and a stove
    43
    Today

    1144 16Th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35205
    STUDIO $900+
    1 BED $950+
    2 BEDS $1,100+
  • a living room with a desk and chairs and sliding glass doors
    98
    Today

    801 Cahaba Forest CV, Birmingham, AL 35242
    1 BED $913+
    2 BEDS $1,032+
    3 BEDS $1,354+
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a black stove
    59
    Today

    2000 Colony Park Dr, Birmingham, AL 35243
    1 BED $917+
    2 BEDS $1,020+
    3 BEDS $1,324+
  • a view of a kitchen with white cabinets and white subway tile
    41
    Today

    27 5Th Court South, Birmingham, AL 35205
    Income Restricted
    2 BEDS $925
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  • a view of a kitchen with white cabinets and white subway tile
    31
    Today

    29 5Th Court South, Birmingham, AL 35205
    2 BEDS $925
  • a view of a kitchen with white cabinets and white subway tile
    41
    Today

    25 5Th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35205
    Income Restricted
    2 BEDS $925
  • a blue square with a black and
    11
    Today

    15 5Th Court South, Birmingham, AL 35205
    Income Restricted
    2 BEDS $925
  • a kitchen with white cabinets and a refrigerator next to a window
    43
    Today

    1248 22Nd Street South, Birmingham, AL 35205
    1 BED $925+
  • a living room with a couch and chairs
    73
    Today

    701 Crest Valley Way, Birmingham, AL 35212
    1 BED $929+
    2 BEDS $989+
    3 BEDS $1,219+
  • A living room with a grey couch and a wooden coffee table.
    9
    Today

    100 Tree Crossing Pkwy, Hoover, AL 35244
    1 BED $934+
    2 BEDS $1,113+
    3 BEDS $1,353+
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  • A living room with a couch and a staircase.
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    2505 Lane Park Road, Mountain Brook, AL 35223
    1 BED $940
    2 BEDS $1,085
    3 BEDS $1,200
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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+
    2 BEDS $984+
    3 BEDS $1,365+
    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
    Property reviews
    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

  • a living room with chairs and a desk and a television
    58
    Today

    2600 Waterford Place, Hoover, AL 35244
    1 BED $955+
    2 BEDS $1,220+
    3 BEDS $1,430+
  • A living room with a grey couch, a coffee table, and three paintings on the wall.
    8
    Today

    100 Summerchase Drive, Hoover, AL 35244
    1 BED $964+
    2 BEDS $1,053
  • a living room with a couch and a table
    51
    Today

    2601 Evergreen Drive, Birmingham, AL 35235
    1 BED $999
    2 BEDS $1,089

Apartments Under $1,100

  • a living room with a blue accent wall and a gray couch
    41
    Today

    2912 Pawnee Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35205
    1 BED $1,000+
    2 BEDS $1,200+
  • a living room with two brown couches and a fireplace
    47
    Today

    1000 Autumn Wood Drive, Hoover, AL 35216
    1 BED $1,020+
    2 BEDS $1,153+
  • an empty kitchen with wooden floors and white cabinets
    7
    Today

    919 Oxmoor Road, Birmingham, AL 35209
    1 BED $1,050
  • a bedroom with a bed and a dresser and a closet
    13
    Today

    951 18Th Street South, Birmingham, AL 35205
    STUDIO $1,050+
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $1,670
  • A house with a green lawn and a blue sky in the background.
    Today

    3213 Lee Ave SW, Birmingham, AL 35221
    3 BEDS $1,150
  • a kitchen with a sink and a black refrigerator
    37
    Today

    2312 Highland Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35205
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
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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 cheap apartment in Birmingham, AL?

The price range of a cheap apartment is between $400 and $2,965.

How many cheap rentals are available in Birmingham, AL on RentCafe?

There are 337 cheap rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Birmingham, AL were last updated on 17 Nov 2025.

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

The average Birmingham, AL cheap apartment size is 847 sq. ft.

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

Cheap apartments in Birmingham, AL are usually less expensive, smaller, and easier to maintain. They also come with lower utility costs.

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

A cheap apartment in Birmingham, AL offers little storage space and fewer amenities compared to other apartments.

Renting a cheap apartment in Birmingham, AL

Steel production, banking and biotech dominate the economy of this Southern city. Birmingham was a center of the civil rights movement and is Alabama’s largest city. Many of the city’s residential communities are located near idyllic water features. Several major universities and companies are located in the area. In an effort to crack down on crime, a specialized patrol that focuses on the city’s downtown has had major success. There are a variety of venues for art and cultural experiences, and the annual Sidewalk Moving Picture Festival is a draw for visitors and locals alike. Enjoy the area’s golf courses and nearby mountain recreation opportunities, and come home to a comfortable Birmingham apartment. Lots of options await in our listings.

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Looking for a cheap apartment for rent in Birmingham, AL? With RentCafe, finding an affordable apartment in Birmingham, AL has never been easier. We feature 672 low-priced rentals directly from property managers, with rents lower than the Birmingham, AL average. What is a cheap rent in Birmingham, AL? The average apartment rent in Birmingham is $1,354 per month so any rental south of $1,083 would be considered cheap here. On RentCafe, Birmingham, AL rents go as low as $400/mo.

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