Apartments For Rent in Birmingham, AL
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- SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYTotal price$1,498 - $2,196/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsCortland Vesta | 2173 Highland Ave S #M212,
Birmingham, AL 35205 - NEW - 1 DAY AGOSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$1,123 - $1,613/moStudio-2 Beds1-2 BathsSomerset at Trussville | 3539 Mary Taylor Rd #11-1131,
Birmingham, AL 35235 - SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$1,236 - $1,991/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsCentury Lakeshore Crossings | 251 London Pkwy #1035,
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- $1,283 - $2,697/moStudio-4 Beds1-4 BathsSteelhaven Birmingham | 1001 20th St S #309,
Birmingham, AL 35205 - $1,699 - $3,600/mo1-3 Beds1-3 BathsThe Whitby Birmingham | 120 Whitby Ln #1302,
Birmingham, AL 35242 - $1,620 - $2,275/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsRise Red Mountain | 1010 Beacon Pkwy E #2-1417,
Birmingham, AL 35209 - $1,339 - $1,609/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsBluffs at Riverview | 2801 Riverview Rd #4-4303,
Birmingham, AL 35242 - $899 - $1,099/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsThe Park at Sunderland | 660 Valley Crest Dr #72a2a6eb8,
Birmingham, AL 35215 - $945 - $1,090/mo1-2 Beds1-2 Baths2700 At Homewood Apartments | 2700 Temple Crest Dr #bfdaf3fcb,
Birmingham, AL 35209 - $949 - $1,199/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsMadison Place | 850 Shoal Run Trl #1B-1Ba-700Sqft,
Birmingham, AL 35242 - $899 - $1,300/moStudio-3 Beds1-2 Baths513 At Valley | 513 Valley Ave #e64b6fe71,
Birmingham, AL 35209 - $775 - $1,899/moStudio-4 Beds1-4 BathsThe Marshall on 5th | 1300 5th Ave S #2-1119867,
Birmingham, AL 35233 - $854 - $1,599/moStudio-3 Beds1-2 BathsThe Avenues of Lakeshore | 901 Wildwood Xing #1-0110,
Birmingham, AL 35211 - $1,575 - $3,205/moStudio-2 Beds1-2 BathsThe James on Highland | 2230 Highland Ave S #349,
Birmingham, AL 35205 - $659 - $1,649/moStudio-4 Beds1-4 BathsThe Marshall on 3rd | 302 13th St S #2-1119846,
Birmingham, AL 35233 - Total price$880 - $1,100/moStudio-1 Bed1 BathLaSalle Apartments | 2020 11th Ave S #6A,
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What Locals Say about Birmingham
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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 increased in Jun 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Apr 2025.
| Month | Average rent |
|---|---|
| Jul 2025 | $1,195 |
| 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 |
Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type
In June 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 | $960 | $997 | $1,200 | $1,382 | $1,150 |
| Townhomes | $1,000 | $1,345 | $1,295 | — | $1,295 |
| Apartments and Condos | $978 | $850 | $1,000 | $1,300 | $895 |
| Houses | $775 | $950 | $1,200 | $1,385 | $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 $933 per month. This is about 52% lower than the national average.
- What is the average rent of a house in Birmingham, AL?The average rent of a house in Birmingham, AL is $1,200 per month. This is about 38% lower than the national average.
- What is the average rent of a townhome in Birmingham, AL?The average rent of a townhome in Birmingham, AL is $1,295 per month. This is about 33% 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 $960 per month. That is about $39 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
- How many available rental listings are in Birmingham, AL?There are 1,287 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.














