Birmingham, AL Apartments For Rent
1,216 rentals
- NEW - 1 DAY AGOSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYTotal price$1,578 - $2,256/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsCortland Vesta | 2173 Highland Ave S #H1509,
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- NEW - 1 DAY AGOSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$1,152 - $1,718/moStudio-2 Beds1-2 BathsSomerset at Trussville | 3539 Mary Taylor Rd #6-619,
Birmingham, AL 35235 - PET FRIENDLY
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- $1,328 - $1,817/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsCentury Lakeshore Crossings | 251 London Pkwy #1035,
Birmingham, AL 35211 - $1,550 - $3,600/mo1-3 Beds1-3 BathsThe Whitby Birmingham | 120 Whitby Ln #3113,
Birmingham, AL 35242 - $1,283 - $2,563/moStudio-4 Beds1-4 BathsSteelhaven Birmingham | 1001 20th St S #411,
Birmingham, AL 35205 - $740 - $1,200/moStudio-2 Beds1-2 BathsPark On Valley | 741 Barcelona Ct #740-F,
Birmingham, AL 35209 - $1,379 - $1,629/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsBluffs at Riverview | 2801 Riverview Rd #4-4303,
Birmingham, AL 35242 - $949 - $1,199/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsMadison Place | 850 Shoal Run Trl #1B-1Ba-700Sqft,
Birmingham, AL 35242 - $830 - $1,090/mo1-2 Beds1-2 Baths2700 At Homewood Apartments | 2700 Temple Crest Dr #bfdaf3fcb,
Birmingham, AL 35209 - $775 - $1,899/moStudio-4 Beds1-4 BathsThe Marshall on 5th | 1300 5th Ave S #2-1119867,
Birmingham, AL 35233 - $780 - $1,300/moStudio-3 Beds1-2 Baths513 At Valley | 513 Valley Ave #e64b6fe71,
Birmingham, AL 35209 - $799 - $1,479/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsThe Park at Sunderland | 660 Valley Crest Dr #72a2a6eb8,
Birmingham, AL 35215 - $659 - $1,649/moStudio-4 Beds1-4 BathsThe Marshall on 3rd | 302 13th St S #2-1119846,
Birmingham, AL 35233 - $849 - $1,425/moStudio-3 Beds1-2 BathsThe Avenues of Lakeshore | 901 Wildwood Xing #1-2204,
Birmingham, AL 35211 - $1,575 - $3,205/moStudio-2 Beds1-2 BathsThe James on Highland | 2230 Highland Ave S #349,
Birmingham, AL 35205 - Total price$880 - $1,100/moStudio-1 Bed1 BathLaSalle Apartments | 2020 11th Ave S #6A,
Birmingham, AL 35205
What Locals Say about Birmingham
Review Highlights
Birmingham buzzes with easy living: close-in comforts, lively eats, quick commutes, parks. People love the friendly vibe, affordable homes, UAB and downtown access, parks and events. They dislike spotty walkability, rough roads, some crime, traffic, and occasional safety worries.
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Average Rent Trends in Birmingham, AL
Rent in Birmingham, AL varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent stayed about the same in Jul 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Apr 2025.
| Month | Average rent |
|---|---|
| Aug 2025 | $1,200 |
| Sep 2025 | $1,195 |
| Oct 2025 | $1,175 |
| Nov 2025 | $1,150 |
| Dec 2025 | $1,150 |
| Jan 2026 | $1,150 |
| Feb 2026 | $1,142 |
| Mar 2026 | $1,100 |
| Apr 2026 | $1,130 |
| May 2026 | $1,135 |
| Jun 2026 | $1,150 |
| Jul 2026 | $1,150 |
Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type
In July 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 | $950 | $1,000 | $1,200 | $1,300 | $1,150 |
| Townhomes | $1,000 | $1,195 | $2,000 | — | $1,450 |
| Apartments and Condos | $950 | $875 | $1,500 | $1,400 | $925 |
| Houses | $775 | $950 | $1,200 | $1,300 | $1,200 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Birmingham, AL
- What is the average rent of an apartment in Birmingham, AL?The average rent of an apartment in Birmingham, AL is $913 per month. This is about 53% lower than the national average.
- When is the average rent cheapest in Birmingham, AL?In the last year, the average rent in Birmingham, AL was lowest in Jan 2025 when it was $1,150 per month.
- When is the average rent most expensive in Birmingham, AL?In the last year, the average rent in Birmingham, AL was highest in Apr 2025 when it was $1,200 per month.
- How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in Birmingham, AL?The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Birmingham, AL is $950 per month. That is about $31 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
- How many available rental listings are in Birmingham, AL?There are 1,300 available rental listings in Birmingham, AL.
- What colleges and universities are in Birmingham, AL?Colleges and universities in Birmingham, AL include: University of Alabama at Birmingham, Samford University.
- What are some neighborhoods in Birmingham, AL?Some neighborhoods in Birmingham, AL include: Five Points South, Glen Iris, South East Lake, Highland Lakes, Oxmoor.
- What are some zip codes in Birmingham, AL?
- What are some cities near Birmingham, AL?Some nearby cities include: Mountain Brook, Homewood, Vestavia Hills, Tarrant, Irondale. These cities may have more rental options to explore.
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