Cheap Apartments for Rent in 35242
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Birmingham, AL 35242
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Use arrow keys to navigateSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$949 - $1,199/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsMadison Place | 850 Shoal Run Trl #1B-1Ba-700Sqft,
Birmingham, AL 35242
Use arrow keys to navigateSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$963 - $1,473/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsThe Trails at Cahaba River | 801 Cahaba Forest Cv #1-0214,
Birmingham, AL 35242
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SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$1,130 - $1,647/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsAventura Oak Mountain | 1 Stonecrest Dr #3-0316,
Birmingham, AL 35242
SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$1,149 - $1,660/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsThe Outlook at Greystone Apartment Homes | 7278 Cahaba Valley Rd #1237A,
Birmingham, AL 35242
SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$1,216 - $2,131/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsHawthorne at Lake Heather | 1 Lake Heather Reserve #324,
Birmingham, AL 35242
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SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$1,334 - $1,599/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsBluffs at Riverview | 2801 Riverview Rd #1-1234,
Birmingham, AL 35242
SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$1,488 - $2,138/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsMAA Liberty Park | 1750 Bartholdi Pkwy #10923,
Birmingham, AL 35242
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SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$1,695 - $3,437/mo1-3 Beds1-3 BathsLivano Liberty Park | 3345 Endeavor Ln #1-134,
Birmingham, AL 35242
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SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$1,750 - $2,300/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsThe Cottages at Greystone | 7273 Cahaba Valley Rd #515,
Birmingham, AL 35242
SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$1,815 - $3,155/mo1-3 Beds1-3 BathsThe Whitby Birmingham | 120 Whitby Ln #1110,
Birmingham, AL 35242
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Average Rent Trends in 35242
Rent in 35242 varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent decreased in May 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Jan 2025.
| Month | Average rent |
|---|---|
| Jun 2025 | $2,135 |
| Jul 2025 | $2,100 |
| Aug 2025 | $2,099 |
| Sep 2025 | $2,195 |
| Oct 2025 | $2,100 |
| Nov 2025 | $1,950 |
| Dec 2025 | $1,945 |
| Jan 2026 | $1,945 |
| Feb 2026 | $1,995 |
| Mar 2026 | $2,255 |
| Apr 2026 | $2,100 |
| May 2026 | $1,995 |
Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type
In May 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Houses and Townhomes.
| 1 bed | 2 beds | 3 beds | 4 beds | All | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All home types | $1,109 | $1,371 | $2,183 | $2,833 | $1,980 |
| Townhomes | — | $1,700 | $2,399 | — | $2,350 |
| Apartments and Condos | — | $1,300 | $3,500 | — | $1,300 |
| Houses | — | $2,000 | $2,250 | $2,833 | $2,328 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in 35242
- What is the average rent of an apartment in 35242?The average rent of an apartment in 35242 is $1,421 per month. This is about 26% lower than the national average.
- What is the average rent of a house in 35242?The average rent of a house in 35242 is $2,328 per month. This is about 21% higher than the national average.
- What is the average rent of a townhome in 35242?The average rent of a townhome in 35242 is $2,350 per month. This is about 22% higher than the national average.
- When is the average rent cheapest in 35242?In the last year, the average rent in 35242 was lowest in Dec 2025 when it was $1,945 per month.
- When is the average rent most expensive in 35242?In the last year, the average rent in 35242 was highest in Jan 2025 when it was $2,200 per month.
- How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in 35242?The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in 35242 is $1,109 per month. That is about $32 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
- How many available rental listings are in 35242?There are 47 available rental listings in 35242.
- What are some cities near 35242?Some nearby cities include: Lake Purdy, Vestavia Hills, Indian Springs Village, Mountain Brook, Chelsea, Irondale. These cities may have more rental options to explore.