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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Birmingham, AL
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Apartments Under $500

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    1320 15Th Court North, Birmingham, AL 35204
    2 BEDS $450+

Apartments Under $600

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    11-13 5Th Court South, Birmingham, AL 35205
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    1 BED $550
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    115 Crabapple Lane, Birmingham, AL 35214
    Studio $577
    1 BED $640
    2 BEDS $759+
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    600 Earline Cr., Birmingham, AL 35215
    1 BED $580
    2 BEDS $705+
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    1316 15Th Court North, Birmingham, AL 35215
    2 BEDS $595+

Apartments Under $700

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    7740 Madrid Ave, Birmingham, AL 35206
    2 BEDS $610
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    412 Fairfax Drive #6, Fairfield, AL 35064
    1 BED $620+
    2 BEDS $670+
    3 BEDS $920+
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    25 5Th Court South, Birmingham, AL 35205
    2 BEDS $650
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    7749 5Th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35206
    2 BEDS $675

Apartments Under $800

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    1148 Skyline Dr, Birmingham, AL 35214
    2 BEDS $700
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    2413 14Th Avenue North, Birmingham, AL 35234
    2 BEDS $700+
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    544 Gadsden Highway, Birmingham, AL 35235
    1 BED $720+
    2 BEDS $755+
    3 BEDS $990+
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    1428 FL Shuttlesworth Drive, Birmingham, AL 35234
    2 BEDS $725
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    1931 15Th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35205
    Studio $725+
    1 BED $800+
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    5013 Georgia Rd, Birmingham, AL 35212
    2 BEDS $750
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    330 1St Street South, Birmingham, AL 35205
    3 BEDS $750
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    3901-3909 Clairmont Avenue, Birmingham, AL 35205
    Studio $750+
    1 BED $850+
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    1440 21St Street North, Birmingham, AL 35234
    2 BEDS $750+
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    1407 17Th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35205
    Studio $760+
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    513 Valley Ave, Birmingham, AL 35209
    Studio $795+
    1 BED $880+
    2+ BEDS $985+
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    1324 14Th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35205
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    2000 Stouts Road, Birmingham, AL 35234
    2 BEDS $799

Apartments Under $900

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    1000 Beacon Parkway East, Birmingham, AL 35209
    1 BED $839+
    2 BEDS $919+
    3 BEDS $1,181+
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    917 Cherry Avenue, Birmingham, AL 35214
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    3627 Cedarbrook Dr, Hoover, AL 35216
    1 BED $850+
    2 BEDS $925+
    3 BEDS $1,075+
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    2225 3Rd Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35203
    Studio $855
    1 BED $1,062
    2 BEDS $2,421
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    32 Westchester Court, Birmingham, AL 35215
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    2505 Lane Park Road, Mountain Brook, AL 35223
    1 BED $865
    2 BEDS $1,010
    3 BEDS $1,120
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    550 Hampton Park Drive, Hoover, AL 35216
    1 BED $870+
    2 BEDS $925+
    3+ BEDS $1,130+
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    701 Crest Valley Way, Birmingham, AL 35212
    1 BED $879
    2 BEDS $939
    3 BEDS $1,159
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    1610 Valley Avenue, Birmingham, AL 35209
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $1,110
    3 BEDS $894

Apartments Under $1,000

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    5013 9Th Court N, Birmingham, AL 35216
    3 BEDS $900
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    1620 15Th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35205
    1 BED $900+
    2 BEDS $1,000+
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    1534 17Th Street South, Birmingham, AL 35205
    1 BED $900+
    2 BEDS $1,300+
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    1144 16Th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35205
    Studio $900+
    1 BED $950+
    2 BEDS $1,100+
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    2700 Temple Crest Drive, Birmingham, AL 35209
    1 BED $905+
    2 BEDS $1,065+
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    101 Penthouse Drive, Birmingham, AL 35205
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    1 BED $919
    2+ BEDS $1,119
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    1517 16Th Ave S, Birmingham, AL 35205
    1 BED $924
    2 BEDS $1,055
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    1248 22Nd Street South, Birmingham, AL 35205
    1 BED $925+
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    925 Beacon Pkwy, Birmingham, AL 35209
    1 BED $925+
    2 BEDS $1,015+
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    2829 Thornhill Road, Birmingham, AL 35213
    1 BED $930
    2 BEDS $1,244
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    801 Cahaba Forest CV, Birmingham, AL 35242
    1 BED $939+
    2 BEDS $990+
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    1000 Autumn Wood Drive, Hoover, AL 35216
    1 BED $940+
    2 BEDS $995+
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    1509 16Th Avenue South, Birmingham, AL 35205
    1 BED $950
    2 BEDS $1,150
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    1800 Arboretum Cir, Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
    1 BED $962+
    2 BEDS $1,105+
    3 BEDS $1,240+
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    1522 Cooper Hill Road, Birmingham, AL 35210
    1 BED Ask for Pricing
    2 BEDS $985
    3 BEDS $1,235+
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    2000 Colony Park Dr, Birmingham, AL 35243
    1 BED $985+
    2 BEDS $1,070+
    3 BEDS $1,405+
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    2824 Rhodes Circle, Birmingham, AL 35205
    1 BED $995+
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    300 18Th St. S, Birmingham, AL 35233
    Studio $999
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    1623 2Nd Ave N, Birmingham, AL 35203
    1 BED $999+
    2 BEDS $1,582+
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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 $450 and $3,366. Find cheap apartments in Birmingham, AL.

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

There are 286 cheap rentals available on RentCafe. Prices and availability in Birmingham, AL were last updated on 5 Dec 2023.

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

The average Birmingham, AL cheap apartment size is 821 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. You might be interested in studio apartments, 1 bedroom apartments, 2 bedroom apartments or 3 bedroom apartments, or browse all RentCafe apartments for rent in Birmingham, AL.

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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Finding the right apartment as far as size and location go is one aspect of apartment searching, but making sure that it provides all that you need within a reasonable price is another. On RentCafe, you can search for cheap apartments near you and ensure that you find one that suites your needs. Worried the neighborhood or city you are looking to move to is known to have higher rents? You can browse our listings and find the cheap apartments in any location, whether you are looking at a specific neighborhood, ZIP code, or city.

The perfect apartment for you is out there, either near you or anywhere in the U.S. that you are looking to move to. So, let's find the one that satisfies your wants and needs, but that also comes at an affordable price.

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 295 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 $1,306 per month so any rental south of $1,045 would be considered cheap here. On RentCafe, Birmingham, AL rents go as low as $450/mo.

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